RL.3.4 - Dark Day in the Deep Sea; Word Meaning CH1

Literal or Nonliteral?

Question: When the author writes, "The treehouse started to spin. It spun faster and faster. Then everything was still. Absolutely still." --- is this literal or nonliteral language?

• Literal

• Nonliteral

Word Meaning in Context

Question: What does the word "sorrow" most likely mean in this sentence?

"Merlin still suffers from an unspoken sorrow," Kathleen said sadly.

• A type of magic

• a deep sadness

• A secret spell

• A loud noise

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Figurative Language

Question: What does the phrase "keep your wits about you" mean when Teddy says it to Jack and Annie?

• Don't forget your backpack

• Stay smart and alert

• Bring your wand

• Be funny

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Understanding Nonliteral Language

Question: When Annie says, "The ocean always makes me happy," is she using literal or nonliteral language?

• Literal

• Nonliteral

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Word Meaning in Context

Question: What does the word "mission" mean in this sentence?

"Morgan sent us to tell you about your next mission for Merlin," said Teddy.

• A secret

• A magical creature

• A special job or task

• A place to visit

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4