DEFINITIONS:
Define and give an example of each term:
Synonym
Definition: words that are the same or have the same meaning
Example: Cheerful is a synonym of happy.
Root (4.06)
Definition: a word that is a clue to the meaning of the word
Example: In audience, the audi means ‘’hear’’
Affix (4.06)
Definition: letters added to a word that changes its meaning
Example: Dis + advantage = disadvantage.
Prefix (4.06)
Definition: group of letters added to the root word to create a new meaning
Example: In replay the re means ‘’again’’
Suffix (4.06)
Definition: a letter or a group of letters attached to the end of the word to add meaning and/or identify the part of speech.
Example: biology means the study of life because logy means the’’ study of’’
Allusion (4.07)
Definition: indirect reference to someone of something that is supposed to be recognized.
Example: She was the Serina Williams of the tennis team.
Analogy (4.07)
Definition: A comparison between two sets of things or ideas that share a relationship
Example: Socks are to the feet. As gloves are to the hand.
Imagery (4.07)
Definition: Descriptions that appeal to the senses: sight, sound, touch, taste, smell
Example: The warm blanket hovered over me as I ate a soft chewy brownie.
Metaphor (4.07)
Definition: A word or phrase used to describe someone or something that does not make literal sense
Example: He is a statue. Standing quietly. Not making one move.
Simile (4.07)
Definition: comparison of two different things using like or as.
Example: The boy was as tall as a tree.
Hyperbole (4.07)
Definition: An intentional and obvious exaggeration
Example: My backpack weighs a ton.
Please complete the Module 4 EXAM Practice below. The practice will simulate the type of test you will be taking on your Module 4 exam. Your Module 4 exam is 20 questions with 1 short answer question worth 5 points. Be ready to discuss your answers with your teacher during your Module
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