5th Grade ELA Knowledge Bowl

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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, 'He is as brave as a lion.'

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What can you infer about sheepdogs based on their description?

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Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.

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What is the purpose of a concluding sentence in a paragraph?

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A concluding sentence summarizes the main idea and provides closure to the paragraph.

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What are examples of text structure?

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Text structures include Cause/Effect, Sequence, Problem/Solution, and Compare/Contrast.

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What is the correct verb phrase in the sentence: 'Mariana ___ the appointment when she gets off work tomorrow.'?

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The correct verb phrase is 'will schedule'.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey.

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.

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What is an argument in writing?

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An argument is a statement or series of statements that support a particular viewpoint or claim.