One of the most interesting of all the specie is the balloon spider. This creature was flying long before humans learned the secrets of aviation. A balloon spider does its travelling by climbing to the top of a bush and spinning a thread from its abdomen. Additional threads are added and, when a breeze comes along, the spider is wafted above the land with the aid of its “web balloon.” This ability explains the great dispersion of these spiders throughout the earth. Balloon spiders have even been seen by sailors hundreds of miles out at sea!

The paragraph suggests that balloon spiders—

The most famous ocean current, the Gulf Stream, begins near the coast of South America. The trade winds push it toward the west. As the earth revolves on its axis, the Gulf Stream bends from the equator toward the north. The main branch, which swings through the Gulf of Mexico, heads between Florida and Cuba and out into the Atlantic Ocean. It follows the eastern coast of the United States northward, gradually veering eastward across the Atlantic Ocean and sending off branches to warm the British Isles, the Scandinavian countries, and the countries bordering the North Sea.

You can tell that the Gulf Stream is like a river because it—

An inference is...

When making an inference, the most important thing is...

Rachel was on her way to volunteer at the Humble Animal Shelter. She was very excited! She really liked dogs. Her brother was allergic to dogs, however, so she was rarely around them. Rachel had a lot of fun playing with the puppies, but after her shift, itchy bumps appeared on her arms.

It is likely that:

Tiffany held her breath as her teacher returned the math test the class had taken last week. Tiffany had not studied very hard or long for the test, and she was worried about her grade. Her teacher handed Tiffany her test. Tiffany groaned and put her head down on her desk.

It is likely that:

Macey's mom noticed that she was squinting as she read her book, which was only a few inches away from her face. She scheduled a doctor's appointment for the next week, and when the doctor said Macey needed glasses, she tried on every single pair in the office. After spending an hour looking at glasses, mom suggested that perhaps she should sleep on it and come back and decide in the morning. Macey agreed, but she kept talking about the pros and cons of each pair all night long.

What can you infer about Macey?

As Mrs. Knight lectured the class about how important it was to pay attention, Brian found himself staring out the window again. Suddenly, a little boy came up to the window and peeked in. The boy blew a bubble with his gum and it exploded all over his face and the window. Brian began laughing so hard he fell out of his seat. The rest of the class silently stared at him as the Mrs. Knight walked to his desk.

What can you infer about how the Mrs. Knight will react?

Mr. Stewart was enjoying his vacation in the California sun. He was lying on adrift in the ocean. This was perfect, Mr. Stewart thought. There was no noise—no children screaming, no horns honking—and there were no papers to grade. All he could hear was the crashing of the waves onto the beach. Mr. Stewart sighed and looked around him at the beauty of the ocean. Then he saw something long and gray coming toward him on an approaching wave. He thought, “This could only be one thing!” and started yelling for help. He paddled back to shore as quickly as he could. He made it to the shore in one piece , but he realized that many people were laughing at him.

We can infer that the "thing" was not a...

Stephen and Joseph Montgolfier were papermakers, but they had been interested in flying for many years. One night, in 1782, Joseph noticed something that gave him an idea. He was sitting in front of the fire when he saw some small pieces of scorched paper being carried up the chimney.Soon afterwards, the brothers conducted an experiment. They lit a fire under a small silk bag, which was open at the bottom; at once, the bag rose to the ceiling. After this, Stephen and Joseph conducted many more experiments, both indoors and in the open air. Eventually, they built a huge balloon of linen and paper. On June 5th, 1783, they launched their balloon in the village of Annonay.

Which sentence in this article provides text evidence for the inference that the Montgolfier brothers used hot air to lift their balloon?

Which best explains how point of view affects a piece of literature?

1.Which best determines the connotation of the boldfaced term? Margot and I got in the same bed together last evening; it was a frightful squash, but that was just the fun of it.

Which best identifies the author's tone towards her mother?

All this comes about particularly because I have in my mind's eye an image of what a perfect mother and wife should be; and in her whom I must call "Mother" I find no trace of that image.

Which identifies the tone of the passage and analyzes how it is created?

Margot has grown so sweet; she seems quite different from what she used to be, isn't nearly so catty these days and is becoming a real friend.

Which of the following words has the strongest positive connotation?

What is the denotation of the word 'elated'?

Which sentence is an example of formal diction?

Which sentence demonstrates parallel structure?

It was the first football game for the Gators. The coach asked if everyone was ready. The players jumped and replied, "Yes!"

In what tone did the Gators's reply?

What is textual evidence?

Which tone is represented in the following passage?

"Wow! With a top speed of one hundred fifty miles per hour, that car can almost fly!"

What is the "tone" of a story?

"We have some important news for you, Mr. President. We have discovered a terrorist plot against the United States," said the CIA agent. The President closed the book, set it on the desk, and leaned forward, his eyes fixed straight ahead. "Tell me everything you know."

What is the tone of the dialogue?

Just when I thought things could not get more ridiculous, Rebecca's little terrier, all dressed up in its knitted blue winter outfit, poked its head out of the pink polka dot doggy tote! The outfit was an odd sweater-and-hood combination. Perhaps Rebecca thought it flattered Fluffy's eyes. Fluffy looked around blankly, as if to ask what was so amusing.

What word would you use to describe the tone of this passage?

What is the tone of the following text?

"I will not!" she shouted. "I will not be left at the mercy of our enemies while you run away and hide, you coward!"

Authors set a TONE or MOOD in literature by conveying an emotion or emotions through _____________.

How does imagery help us understand the story?

Stacey fragrance was like sweet cherry blossoms.

What sense is the author trying to appeal too?

Which of these is the best definition of imagery?

What type of imagery is this?

The thunder clapped loudly shaking the house

What is the best definition of imagery?

Which of the following statements is true of imagery?

Which of these is an example of exaggeration (hyperbole)?

Which of these is an example of personification?

Diction is the literary term that means

Refers to the feelings and ideas a word evokes.

Denotation is a word's ____________.

What is the denotation of the word "immature"?

Mood refers to...

"Ten more steps. Eight. Seven. We were walking slowly, as one follows a hearse, our own funeral procession. Only four more steps. Three. There it was now, very close to us, the pit and its flames" (31)

What is the mood of this passage?

Diction is the literary term that means

Which word has to do with our personal connections with words, and can be discussed in terms of positive, negative, or neutral?

"Bae" in English is an example of ___ that means "baby". For the Danish, it's still an example of ____, but it means "poop." (something to think about the next time you call your girl/boyfriend that!)

A metaphor for deliberately ignoring someone.

Completely exhausted.

To call someone on the telephone.

To deflect responsibility onto someone else.