FRIDAY: Language Flashcard

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What part of speech is an interjection?

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An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise. Examples include 'Wow!', 'Oh no!', and 'Yay!'.

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What part of speech is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What does 'On the other hand' mean?

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'On the other hand' is a phrase used to present an alternative perspective or contrast to what has been previously mentioned.

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What is the meaning of the word 'so' in a sentence?

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The word 'so' can function as a conjunction, meaning 'therefore' or 'for that reason'. For example, 'It was raining, so we stayed inside.'

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a part of speech that names a person, place, thing, or idea. Examples include 'dog', 'city', and 'happiness'.

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What is an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun. Examples include 'happy', 'blue', and 'tall'.

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a part of speech that expresses an action or state of being. Examples include 'run', 'is', and 'think'.

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What is a pronoun?

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A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun. Examples include 'he', 'she', 'it', and 'they'.