Flocabulary Language Arts Skills 2

Question 1

Which sentence uses a simile correctly?

Accepted Answer

Her smile was like a ray of sunshine.

Answer

A simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as,' as in 'her smile was like a ray of sunshine.'

Question 2

What is the main purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

Accepted Answer

To introduce the main idea of the paragraph

Answer

A topic sentence introduces the main idea that the rest of the paragraph will develop.

Question 3

Which word is an antonym of 'ancient'?

Accepted Answer

Modern

Answer

'Modern' means current or new, making it the opposite of 'ancient,' which means very old.

Question 4

In the sentence 'The wind howled through the trees,' what literary device is used?

Accepted Answer

Personification

Answer

Personification gives human qualities to non-human things; wind cannot literally howl.

Question 5

Which sentence is written in the passive voice?

Accepted Answer

The trophy was awarded to the winner.

Answer

Passive voice occurs when the subject receives the action rather than performing it, as in 'The trophy was awarded.'

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