The definition of beleaguered is...

able to speak fluently and clearly

This story conveys the theme that

fairy tales do not relate to real life at all.

doing the right thing never works out.

life in the Middle East is difficult.

What does the flash-forward show us?

That Sergei uses his last wish to save Yoni

That Yoni dies and is going to be dumped in the ocean

That Sergei will not use the wish

That Yoni's documentary was a failure

What is ironic about Yonatan discovering a goldfish in Sergei's home?

It is a magic talking fish that grants wishes, like Yonatan's scenario for his film.

Israelis do not normally keep pets in their homes.

A fisherman would never keep a goldfish in a bowl.

People in Jaffa were not the type to have pet fish in their homes.

You are writing an open letter to a group of students in your school, which would be the most appropriate opening?

Dear fellow students, I would like to thank you in advance for taking the time to read this letter.

Hey, thanks so much for taking the time to read my letter.

Fellow pupils, I am delighted that you have take the time out of your day to read my letter, as it is a true masterpiece.

Dear Students, thanks so so so much for taking the time to read my letter.

What is the basic difference between formal and informal languages?

Formal language is less personal than informal language.

Formal language is often used in communicating for professional and/or academic purposes, while informal is typically used for communicating with people we are familiar with.

Formal language makes use of a unique tone and choice of words, while informal language is not very particular about it.

Improve the following statement into a formal language. "The research assistant checked out the incident and got back to him the next day."

The research assistant investigated the incident and reported to him the following day.

The research assistant navigated the incident and returned to him the following day.

The research assistant know more about the matter and reported to him the following day.

The research assistant explored the incident but failed to coordinate with him the following day.

Improve the following statement in a formal language: " I think/believe that the issue of global warming will be the primary concern at the meeting."

There is little doubt/It is clear that the issue of global warming will be the primary concern at the meeting.

You seriously think we will talk about global warming at the meeting?

I do not suggest to talk about global warming at the meeting.

I suppose we shall talk about global warming at the meeting.

18.Which statement is more formal?

When she saw my grades, my mother became very angry.

When she saw my grades, my mom threw a fit.

Choose the sentence that uses informal language.

We'd all enjoyed picking out toys for the Angel Tree kids.

It clearly stated to arrive by 6pm.

Should you have a problem, please feel free to call.

Salvation Army received the donated gifts.

Which of the following sentences contains informal writing?

The kids really liked the cool new toys that were delivered.

The fifth graders at Pleasant View Elementary donated monetary amounts to supply toys for children.

The toys were selected at Walmart and paid for in full.

Mrs. Spartz wrapped and delievered the gifts to Salvation Army.

Improve the following statement into a formal language. "The research assistant checked out the incident and got back to him the next day."

The research assistant investigated the incident and reported to him the following day.

The research assistant navigated the incident and returned to him the following day.

The research assistant know more about the matter and reported to him the following day.

The research assistant explored the incident but failed to coordinate with him the following day.

Improve the following statement in a formal language: " I think/believe that the issue of global warming will be the primary concern at the meeting."

There is little doubt/It is clear that the issue of global warming will be the primary concern at the meeting.

You seriously think we will talk about global warming at the meeting?

I do not suggest to talk about global warming at the meeting.

I suppose we shall talk about global warming at the meeting.

What of this Goldfish Assessment

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English

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9th - 12th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Medium

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CCSS

RL.9-10.4, SL.9-10.6, L.1.6

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Victoria Deshun Ashby

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Poignant

causing or having a very sharp feeling of sadness

having an allergic reaction to candy

causing or having a very sharp feeling of anger

an area of France

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Wizened

A wizened person is out of breath from running.

A wizened person is old and has a lot of lines on their skin.

A wizened person has a lot of wisdom.

a wizened person has read many, many books.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Beleaguered

A beleaguered person has been worried for too long.

A beleaguered person is someone who isn't able to sleep.

A beleaguered person, organization, or project that has been very successful over many years.

A beleaguered person, organization, or project is experiencing a lot of difficulties, opposition, or criticism.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Fluent

Someone who plays the flute.

Someone who originally is from France.

Someone who is fluent in a particular language can speak the language easily and correctly. You can also say that someone speaks fluent French, Chinese, or some other language.

Someone who is fluent in only one of several languages. You can say that a person is fluent in only one language of many that they may be able to speak.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Evoking a sense of sadness of sadness or regret

Wizened

Beleaguered

Fluent

Poignant

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

To become shrunken or wrinkled

Poignant

Wizened

Beleaguered

Fluent

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Troubled with many problems

Poignant

Wizened

Beleaguered

Fluent

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What of this Goldfish Assessment

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Poignant

Wizened

Beleaguered

Fluent

Evoking a sense of sadness of sadness or regret

To become shrunken or wrinkled

Troubled with many problems

Able to express oneself clearly and easily

To hold back or prevent from acting

To come between two things, persons, or events

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