CKLA Gr 4 Unit 1 Review

Front

What is a secondhand account?

Back

A secondhand account is a retelling of an event by someone who did not experience it directly, often based on what others have said.

Front

What does the simile 'as quiet as a mouse' mean?

Back

It means that the person was very quiet.

Front

What does the term 'annual' mean?

Back

Annual means something that happens once a year.

Front

What are sensory details?

Back

Sensory details are descriptions that appeal to the senses (sight, sound, taste, touch, smell) to create a vivid picture.

Front

What does 'diagnosed' mean?

Back

Diagnosed means to identify an illness or condition.

Front

What is the purpose of using sensory details in writing?

Back

The purpose is to engage the reader's senses and create a more immersive experience.

Front

What is the difference between a firsthand account and a secondhand account?

Back

A firsthand account is based on direct experience, while a secondhand account is based on someone else's experience.

Front

Can you give an example of an annual event?

Back

An example of an annual event is a birthday celebration or a holiday like Christmas.

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

Why are definitions important in understanding a text?

Back

Definitions help clarify the meaning of words and concepts, making it easier to understand the text.