iReady Lesson 10

​iReady Lesson 10

By Brittany Little

Figurative, Connotative & Technical

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​Lesson 10- Determining Work Meanings:

​Read part 3 and answer the questions.

Multiple Choice

Based on the text, which of the following is closest to the figurative meaning of the phrase "shined a light on many rock star's paths"?

• made it possible for musicians to play rock and roll for a living

• drew attention to the talents of other rock musicians

• helped musicians learn their craft by studying his songwriting and performing

• exposed the secrets of rock musicians and the music business

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains why you chose your answer?

• The phrase means giving recognition or attention to others.

• The phrase means showing people how to do something so they can improve.

• The phrase means providing financial or career opportunities.

• The phrase means revealing hidden truths or secrets.

Multiple Choice

What sentence from the passage shows readers that many musicians were influenced by Berry's music?

• "Berry also revolutionized guitar showmanship with his signature duck walk."

• "Even the Beatles' John Lennon credited Berry's sound and style."

​Read the passage and answer the questions.

Multiple Choice

Which words from the account have a positive connotation?

• fretted, acoustic, vibrations, amplify

• evolving, specific, modern, solid

• wonders, rich, delight, fascinating

• ancient, smaller, hollow, louder

Multiple Choice

What does the author mean when he writes that guitars were often "drowned out" by singers and other instruments?

• There was a chance that guitars would be replaced by other instruments.

• The moisture in a hollow-body guitar kept it from being loud enough

• It was difficult to hear acoustic guitars over other instruments and voices.

• Other instruments were becoming more popular than the acoustic guitar.

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