Across
- 5. – A verb that shows what might happen if something else happens.
- 7. – A verb used in a question.
- 9. – Giving human qualities to something that is not human.
- 14. – The author’s attitude toward the subject, shown through word choice.
- 16. – A verb used to give a command or request.
- 17. – The repetition of the same starting sound in words close together.
- 18. – The dictionary definition of a word.
- 20. – The main point or opinion someone is trying to prove in an argument.
- 24. – A sentence structure where the subject does the action.
- 27. – A direct comparison that says something is something else.
- 28. – The base form of a verb, usually with "to" in front of it.
Down
- 1. – A sentence structure where the subject receives the action.
- 2. – An opposing point of view that disagrees with the main claim.
- 3. – A reference to a well-known person, place, book, or event.
- 4. – Marks used in writing to help clarify meaning and separate ideas.
- 6. – A verb form that ends in -ing and acts like a noun.
- 8. – The feeling or idea a word suggests beyond its dictionary definition.
- 10. – A statement or set of reasons meant to convince someone of an idea or opinion.
- 11. – The words, sentences, or situation around something that help you understand its meaning.
- 12. – An extreme exaggeration used for effect.
- 13. – A verb form that acts like an adjective and describes a noun.
- 15. – A verb used to state a fact or opinion.
- 19. periods (.), commas (,), question marks (?)
- 21. – A verb that expresses a wish, doubt, or something imaginary.
- 22. – A comparison that shows how two things are alike in some way.
- 23. – A comparison using “like” or “as.”
- 25. – Facts, examples, or quotes used to support a claim.
- 26. – A phrase that means something different from its literal words.