Understanding Unknown Words and Phrases

What is the meaning of the word 'perplexed' in the sentence: 'She looked perplexed as she tried to solve the puzzle'?

• relaxed

• confused or puzzled

• excited

• happy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the sentence 'The sun smiled down on the happy couple', what type of figurative language is used to describe the sun?

• Personification

• Onomatopoeia

• Metaphor

• Simile

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5A

Using context clues, what does the word 'ominous' mean in the sentence: 'The dark clouds in the sky looked ominous'?

• Bright

• Foreboding or threatening

• Joyful

• Happy

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Identify the figurative language used in the sentence: 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Onomatopoeia

• Personification

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5A

What does the word 'furtive' mean in the sentence: 'He cast a furtive glance over his shoulder'?

• Acting in a loud and attention-seeking manner

• Attempting to avoid notice or attention

• Being very open and obvious

• Feeling content and satisfied

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the sentence 'The flowers danced in the breeze', what type of figurative language is used to describe the flowers?

• Onomatopoeia

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5A

Using context clues, what does the word 'furtive' mean in the sentence: 'The furtive movements of the squirrel caught my attention'?

• Slow and deliberate

• Secretive or stealthy

• Friendly and outgoing

• Loud and obnoxious

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Identify the figurative language used in the sentence: 'The stars were diamonds in the sky'.

• Simile

• Hyperbole

• Onomatopoeia

• Metaphor

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

What is the meaning of the word 'vivid' in the sentence: 'She had a vivid imagination'?

• boring, uninteresting, and uninspiring

• exciting, thrilling, and exhilarating

• clear, detailed, and intense

• faint, blurry, and dull

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

In the sentence 'The moon is a loyal companion', what type of figurative language is used to describe the moon?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Onomatopoeia

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5A