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What is the definition of fortitude?

Mental strength

"The rigors of football took a toll on my health." What does the word "rigors" mean in this sentence?

Difficult and unpleasant experiences

What is the setting of a story?

WHERE and WHEN the story takes place.

What does the adage, "many hands make light work" mean?

Working as a team makes a job easier.

What does the adage "Rome wasn't built in a day" mean?

Difficult tasks take time and patience to accomplish.

"I was grounded since I was went to a party without permission." What is the cause and effect in this sentence?

Cause: Went to a party without permission Effect: I got grounded

"All my clothes were dirty so I did my laundry." What is the problem and solution in this situation?

Problem: All my clothes were dirty Solution: I did laundry so they were clean

What is an adage?

A short saying or piece of advice that usually has some truth to it.

"I was undaunted by the long journey ahead of me." What does the word "undaunted" mean in this sentence?

Not discouraged or afraid in the face of danger.

What is a synonym for infinite?

Endless; never-ending; limitless, etc

What does disposed mean?

To give a tendency to; an inclination

Use the word "eavesdropping in a sentence."

The boy learned about his surprise part by eavesdropping on his parents conversation.

If we are asked to summarize a piece of writing, what are we being asked to do?

Restate the MAIN points of the writing.

What is the definition of retaliation?

To strike back or get revenge on someone

"I worked out everyday therefore I lost 10 pounds." What is the cause and effect in this sentence?

Cause: I worked out everyday Effect: I lost 10 pounds

"I had to do lots of chores in order to get my allowance." What is the cause and effect in this sentence?

Cause: Doing lots of chores Effect: Got my allowance

"A penny saved is a penny earned" is an example of what figurative language?

An Adage