Understanding Descriptive Language

Which of the following best describes "gleaming"?

• Dirty and dull

• Shiny and bright

• Heavy and rough

• Cold and wet

What might the word "stuck" tell us about how the character felt?

• Excited and free

• Tired and sleepy

• Trapped or unable to move forward

• Happy and relaxed

Why might a "fireplace" be an important symbol in a story?

• It helps cook food faster

• It shows wealth and power

• It adds mystery and danger

• It creates a feeling of warmth and comfort

How does describing the bed as being made of "hay" help us understand the story better?

• It shows the characters are poor

• It tells us it is a farm story

• It tells us about the time period or rural lifestyle

• It means the bed is soft and fancy

What could the presence of "fir" trees in the story tell us about the location?

• It's a tropical area

• It's a cold and possibly mountainous place

• It's a desert landscape

• It's an urban neighborhood

If something is described as "gleaming" in a memory, what does that tell us about how the character feels about it?

• They didn't notice it much

• They were scared of it

• They remember it as special or beautiful

• They want to forget it

Which of the following best describes "gleaming"?

• Dirty and dull

• Shiny and bright

• Heavy and rough

• Cold and wet

What is "hay" mainly used for?

• Making toys

• Feeding animals

• Writing letters

• Cleaning the house