Something That Doesn't Exist

Identify the correct sentence:

• The unicorns is a mythical creature.

• Unicorns are a mythical creature.

• A unicorn is a mythical creature.

• Unicorns is a mythical creature.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'The concept of a _______ is often used in literature to symbolize hope and purity.'

• dragon

• unicorn

• phoenix

• griffin

Which of the following is an example of a paradox?

• A wise fool

• A real unicorn

• A flying pig

• A talking dog

What is the main theme of a story about a creature that doesn't exist?

• Reality vs. illusion

• War and peace

• Love and hate

• Friendship and betrayal

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Select the correct plural form: 'The _______ in the story were all imaginary.'

• unicorn

• unicorns

• unicorn's

• unicorns'

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which sentence uses the word 'mythical' correctly?

• The mythical creature was seen by everyone in the village.

• The mythical creature is a common sight in the zoo.

• The mythical creature is a type of bird.

• The mythical creature is a real animal.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What literary device is used when describing something that doesn't exist as if it does?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5A

Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?

• There is no such things as unicorns.

• There are no such thing as unicorns.

• There is no such thing as unicorns.

• There are no such things as unicorns.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

In literature, what is a common purpose of including creatures that don't exist?

• To confuse the reader

• To add realism

• To explore themes and ideas

• To provide factual information

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 'The _______ of Atlantis is a famous example of a fictional place.'

• legend

• myth

• story

• tale

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D