Wit and Wisdom Module 1 Vocabulary

Front

What does it mean to pay attention?

Back

To concentrate or focus one's mind on something.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.6

Front

What term describes something related to the heart?

Back

Cardiac.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What is imagery in writing?

Back

A style of writing that uses the five senses to create vivid descriptions.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Front

What is meter in poetry?

Back

A pattern of beats or rhythm in a poem, consisting of stressed and unstressed syllables.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What does it mean to be immortal?

Back

Unable to die; living forever.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Front

What is the definition of concentration?

Back

The ability to focus one's attention on a specific task or subject.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What are the five senses?

Back

Sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the significance of rhythm in poetry?

Back

It creates a musical quality and enhances the emotional impact of the poem.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What is the difference between stressed and unstressed syllables?

Back

Stressed syllables are emphasized in pronunciation, while unstressed syllables are not.

Tags

CCSS.RF.1.3D

CCSS.RF.2.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Front

What is a poetic device that uses imagery?

Back

Metaphor, simile, and personification are examples of poetic devices that create imagery.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5