The Black Stallion

What does the word diminishing mean?

We watched the diminishing sunset while sitting on the porch.

• abrupt

• fading

• mysterious

What does the word fitful mean?

I had a fitful nights sleep.

• irregular

• gleeful

• irresistible

What does the word delicacy mean?

Some people might think raw fish is a delicacy.

• raw salad

• cooked meat

• special food item

What does the word descended mean?

On Christmas morning the children quickly descended from their rooms.

• stopped quietly

• came down

• slipped and fell

What does the word marveling mean?

Mrs. Watts could not stop marveling at all of the chocolate in the case.

• expressing wonder

• pausing for a break

• showing frustration

What does the simile she is as sharp as a tack mean?

Ms. Little always knows the right answer- she is as sharp as a tack.

• She is impolite.

• She is snobby.

• She is smart.

What does the sentence below mean?

The doctors do not see eye to eye.

• The doctors do not have fun.

• The doctors do not agree.

• The doctors do not see each other.

What does the metaphor the soccer team was a story of energy mean?

The soccer team was a storm of energy as the captain led her players onto the field.

• There was a rainstorm approaching.

• The players were excited to start the game.

• The captain had a strong leadership style.

What does the sentence below mean?

The elevator can stop on a dime.

• The elevator can stop quietly.

• The elevator can stop quickly.

• The elevator can stop awkwardly.

Which sentence has a simile?

• She dragged her feet on the math assignment.

• His loneliness was like a deep, empty well.

• Aunt Gertie encouraged her nieces to stay in touch.