Word Wisdom 4.1

Which of the following best describes a "conversational" tone?

• Formal and structured

• Informal and everyday

• Loud and aggressive

• Quiet and reserved

Tags

CCSS.L.4.3C

CCSS.SL.4.6

CCSS.SL.5.6

CCSS.SL.6.6

CCSS.W.6.1D

If someone speaks with a "drawl," how do they likely sound?

• Fast and hurried

• Slow and stretched out

• High-pitched and squeaky

• Whispered and soft

Tags

CCSS.L.1.2D

CCSS.L.K.2C

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What is a "quip" most similar to?

• A long story

• A clever remark

• A serious lecture

• A quiet whisper

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which activity involves "impersonating" someone?

• Writing a letter

• Copying someone's voice and actions

• Drawing a picture

• Reading a book

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

In a play, what is a "monologue"?

• A conversation between two characters

• A long speech by one character

• A song performed by the cast

• A dance routine

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.RI.4.4

What does "spontaneous" mean when describing an action?

• Carefully planned

• Done suddenly without planning

• Repeated often

• Done with hesitation

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following sentences uses "conversational" correctly?

• The lawyer's speech was very conversational and full of legal terms.

• The teacher's conversational style made the lesson more engaging.

• The book was written in a conversational manner, full of complex equations.

• The scientist's report was conversational and difficult to understand.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

How might a cowboy with a "drawl" greet someone?

• "Hello, how are you today?"

• "Howdy, partner!"

• "Good morning, sir!"

• "Hey, what's up?"

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Which of the following is an example of a "quip"?

• "The early bird catches the worm."

• "Why did the chicken join a band? Because it had the drumsticks!"

• "To be or not to be, that is the question."

• "Once upon a time, in a faraway land..."

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A

What might someone do if they are "impersonating" a famous singer?

• Sing in their own voice

• Sing and act like the famous singer

• Write a song about the singer

• Listen to the singer's music

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E