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Volcanic Eruptions: Earth's Fiery Force - Literary Devices 8: Imagery, Symbolism in informational texts and Sensory Lang
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English
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6th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
Angela Lock
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The passage describes 'a sharp, acrid scent of gas, like rotten eggs.' Which sense does this description most strongly appeal to?
Sight
Smell
Touch
Hearing
Answer explanation
The words 'scent' and 'smell, like rotten eggs' directly describe what a person would smell during an eruption, appealing to the sense of smell.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the most likely reason the author describes the ash cloud as a 'choking gray blanket'?
To suggest that the ash is soft and comfortable.
To show that the ash is useful for staying warm.
To emphasize that the ash is thick, heavy, and dangerous to breathe.
To explain that the ash is gray instead of another color.
Answer explanation
The words 'choking' and 'blanket' create an image of something that covers everything and makes it hard to breathe, highlighting its dangerous and heavy nature.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the passage, how is a volcano a symbol of creation?
By producing pyroclastic flows that race down slopes.
By releasing a sharp, acrid scent into the air.
By building new land and making soil fertile.
By causing the ground to tremble and shake.
Answer explanation
The passage states that volcanoes are a symbol of creation and gives the examples of the Hawaiian Islands being 'built entirely from volcanic lava flows' and ash enriching the soil.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main effect of the phrase 'a deafening, ground-shaking roar'?
It helps the reader imagine the quiet before the eruption.
It shows that volcanoes are usually not very loud.
It makes the eruption seem small and distant.
It helps the reader understand the immense power and sound of the eruption.
Answer explanation
The words 'deafening' (extremely loud) and 'ground-shaking' create a sensory experience for the reader that emphasizes the great force of the volcano.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which phrase from the passage best creates an image of the intense heat of lava?
a glowing river of orange-red rock
a deep rumble
a choking gray blanket
gritty, fine powder
Answer explanation
The words 'glowing' and 'orange-red' create a visual image that is associated with extreme heat and fire, effectively conveying the temperature of the lava.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The author describes pyroclastic flows as 'furious.' What does this word choice suggest about the flows?
They are angry about the eruption.
They are slow and easy to escape.
They are colorful and beautiful to watch.
They are extremely fast, violent, and powerful.
Answer explanation
The word 'furious' has a connotative meaning of intense, wild energy. In this context, it is used to create an image of a powerful and violent natural force, not a literal emotion.
7.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match each descriptive phrase from the passage to the primary sense it appeals to.
Sight
glowing river of orange-red rock
Touch
sharp, rotten-egg smell
Smell
gritty, fine powder of the ash
Sound
deafening, ground-shaking roar
Answer explanation
The phrase 'glowing river' appeals to sight. The 'deafening roar' appeals to sound. The 'rotten-egg smell' appeals to smell. The 'gritty powder' appeals to touch.
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