What is figurative language?

What is theme?

The author describes the forest as “peaceful,” “quiet,” and “full of life.” What is the tone? A. angry B. suspenseful C. appreciative D. fearful

What is a counterclaim?

The abandoned house looked eerie in the moonlight. What does eerie most nearly mean? A. Calm B. Strange C. Bright D. Comfortable

Because the roads were icy, many schools closed for the day. What text structure is used? A. cause and effect B. sequence C. description D. problem and solution

In the sentence, “The author’s use of vivid imagery helps convey the mood of the story,” what does convey most nearly mean? A. Hide B. Communicate C. Question

In the sentence, “The scientist made a significant discovery that changed the field,” what does significant most nearly mean? A. Important B. Small C. Useless

In the sentence, “The coach’s encouraging words motivated the team,” what does encouraging most nearly mean? A. Discouraging B. Inspiring C. Confusing

In the sentence, “His explanation was so vague that no one understood his point,” what does vague most nearly mean? A. Lacking clarity B. Extremely detailed C. Slightly humorous

In the sentence, “The plan was feasible, given the time and resources available,” what does feasible most nearly mean? A. Impossible to complete B. Able to be done C. Risky but exciting

In the sentence, “She gave a brief explanation before moving on,” what does brief most nearly mean? A. Long B. Short C. Detailed

What is a rebuttal?