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  • As the attorneys argued back and forth, the courtroom felt less like a place of order and more like a battlefield. What is this suggesting?
    The situation was intense and combative
    The judge lost control
    The room was physically damaged
    The lawyers were unprepared
  • “Time is a river that flows without stopping.” What is the metaphor’s meaning?
    Rivers are fast
    Time flows only during the day
    Time moves continuously and cannot be controlled
  • "Her silence was loud." What does this metaphor suggest about the character’s silence?
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    Explain how silence can be “loud.
  • What does "on thin ice" mean in this sentence? "After missing 3 assignments, Jordan knew he was on thin ice with his teacher."
    About to fall
    In danger of getting in trouble
    Very cold
    Feeling nervous
  • “I can’t believe I lost my phone—my life is over!” Which figurative language is used, and what does it show?
    D. Personification; shows the phone is alive
    Simile; shows nervousness
    Hyperbole; shows the speaker’s frustration or dramatization
    Metaphor; shows sadness about the phone
  • What does the hyperbole ‘I’ve told you a million times’ convey?
    A precise number
    Extreme frustration or emphasis
    Confusion
    A precise number
  • “The classroom was a zoo during lunch.” What does this sentence mean?
    The classroom was noisy and chaotic.
    The classroom smelled bad.
    There were animals in the classroom.
  • What does the idiom “hit the nail on the head” mean?
    To make a mistake
    To speak too harshly
    To be exactly correct
    To exaggerate the truth
  • "After the argument, everyone felt like they were walking on eggshells around him." What does the metaphor "walking on eggshells" mean?
    Being overly cautious to avoid conflict
    Ignoring a tense situation
    Acting carelessly
    Looking for conflict
  • A dove is released at the end of a story. What might it symbolize?
    A bird is escaping
    The character is going on a trip
    Peace or resolution has been achieved
  • A black cat crosses the path of a character in a story. What might the author be suggesting?
    The cat is very hungry
    Bad luck, mystery, or superstition
    The character likes animals
  • “Bittersweet memories lingered in her mind.” What does the oxymoron show?
    Memories are confusing
    Memories are only happy
    Memories are both happy and sad at the same time
    Memories are only sad
  • Imagine a fire station burns down. Why is this situation ironic?
    It is humorous
    It is unrelated
    It contradicts what would normally be assumed
    It is expected
  • “The icy wind cut through my jacket as the snow crunched under my boots.” Which senses are being appealed to?
    Touch and sound
    Sight only
    Taste only
  • What symbol does an "open door" most likely represent?
    An opportunity
    A boundary
    A physical entrance
    A threat
  • What quality is being emphasized in the simile 'as fragile as glass'?
    Delicacy or vulnerabulity
    Transparency
    Smoothness
    Strength
  • What does the metaphor "he carried the weight of the world" suggest?
    Global travel
    Power and control
    Physical strength
    Responsibility and emotional burden
  • “Rain canceled the school’s annual water fight.” Why is this situation ironic?
    Rain is good for water fights
    The students wanted rain
    Rain caused the event, which is supposed to involve water, t
  • “She spilled the beans about the surprise party.” What does this idiom mean?
    She cooked dinner
    She ruined the surprise by revealing it
    She told a joke
  • Explain what this sentence means in your own words: "After the argument, there was a lot of tension in the air."
  • What does "hit the books" mean?
    Read for fun
    Study
    Damage textbooks
    Join boxing
  • “Books are doors to other worlds.” What does this mean?
    Books can transport the reader to new experiences, ideas, or imaginary places. Reading is a fun opportunity and not just a task.
  • "His words cut deeper than a knife." What does this suggest about how the listener felt?
  • "Turn a blind eye." What does this idiom mean?
    To ignore something intentionally
    To misunderstand instructions
    To investigate closely
    To lose vision
  • What does the metaphor 'time is a thief' mean?
    Time creates new possibilities
    Time gradually takes away experiences or opportunities
    Time passes without consequences
    Time can be controlled
  • “I’m so tired I could sleep for a year.” What is the author expressing with this hyperbole?
    very tired, literally want to sleep forever, or they dislike sleeping?
  • What does the phrase "spill the tea" most likely mean?
    Tell the truth in court
    Make a mess
    Calm down
    Share gossip or information
  • “He finally decided to bite the bullet and apologize.” What does this idiom mean?
    He literally bites a bullet
    He ignored the problem
    He faced a difficult or unpleasant task bravely
  • What effect does the following personification create: “The wind whispered through the trees”?
    It gives human qualities to a nonhuman element
    It explains cause and effect
    It introduces conflict
    It adds literal accuracy
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