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English Vocabulary Skills: AWL Sublist 8 - Exercise 6b
In this online interactive English vocabulary skills worksheet, students answer 10 matching questions which require them to fill in the blanks in 10 sentences. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Vocabulary and Concept Development: EDI
The roots metro/meter and therm are the focus of a vocabulary building presentation that includes concise definitions, color-coded examples, and opportunities for guided and independent practice. Part of a series of roots and affixes...
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Figure of Speech
Examine the changing nature of language in the U.S. View and discuss excerpts from a PBS documentary with your class and then conduct Internet research, and complete a team project on the evolution of teen expressions.
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Self-Monitoring Strategies and Vocabulary Games
Teachers model self-monitering strategies for their learners. They participate in games and artwork that help them increase their vocabulary. They also complete a crossword puzzle.
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Focus on Figurative Language in Prose and Poetry
Young scholars place emphasis on the use of figurative language when analyzing prose and poetry. In this figurative language lesson, students explore the tone of a story and its imagery. Young scholars read and discuss how the author...
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The Outsiders
Tenth graders complete a variety of activities related to the first two chapters of the book The Outsiders. They define metaphor, simile, idiom, and hyperbole, and take a vocabulary pre-quiz. In small groups, they write a character...
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Better Vocabulary Through Derivatives
Learners create a word tree poster that illustrates the way a root word can serve as the basis for many related terms. Although designed for a Latin language class, the concepts here could be used with any class study of Latin or Greek...
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Visual Puns - Paper Mache Sculpture
Explore the pop art movement and create a sculpture in the pop art style based on a visual pun, or play on words. The scholar's work may use humor, allegory, metaphor, or be in the form of a parody. Visual examples are provided, and some...
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Re-Name That Tune: A Vocabulary Activity
Students build vocabulary skills by rewriting the names of some popular holiday songs, and create a fun "Holiday Tune" bulletin board display.
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Sentence Completion 30
Use this multiple-choice vocabulary assessment with your advanced English language learners or your native speakers. There are six sentences provided, and your class must determine which word best completes each sentence. Example words...
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Sentence Completion 19
Prepare your class for the SATs with this resource. There are six sentences provided, and your learner must select the correct word to fit in each sentence. Some sentences contain two blank spaces. Example vocabulary words include...
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Sound Devices
Students examine the impact of sound devices in poetry, prose, and non-fiction. In this figurative language lesson, students read instructor-selected literature and identify uses of alliteration, repetition, consonance, rhythm, rhyme,...
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Abbreviations As Words
Students explore the definition and derivation of the popular usage of abbreviations in the English language. Using worksheets and lecture materials, students provide meanings for the abbreviation "prenup" when used as an word. They...
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Idiom Quizzes - L
In this online interactive figurative language worksheet, learners respond to 20 multiple choice questions regarding the meaning of idioms.
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Keep Your English Up to Date: Bog Standard
Explore the tendency of the English language to change by reviewing the British idiom "bog standard." An audio talk is accessible via hyperlink and questions and worksheets are included for learners. The lesson is a good way to work on...
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Vocabulary: Matching Exercise IX
In this online interactive vocabulary worksheet, students respond to 20 matching questions regarding vocabulary words. Students may check their answers immediately.
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Vocabulary: Matching Exercise IV
In this online interactive vocabulary instructional activity, students respond to 15 matching questions regarding vocabulary words. Students may check their answers immediately.
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Vocabulary: Matching Exercise 2
In this online interactive vocabulary worksheet, students respond to 10 matching questions regarding vocabulary words. Students may check their answers immediately.
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Vocabulary: Matching Exercise III
In this online interactive vocabulary worksheet, high schoolers respond to 20 matching questions regarding vocabulary words. Students may check their answers immediately.
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Vocabulary: Matching Exercise V
For this online interactive vocabulary worksheet, students respond to 15 matching questions regarding vocabulary words. Students may check their answers immediately.
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Vocabulary: Matching Exercise VI
In this online interactive vocabulary activity, students respond to 20 matching questions regarding vocabulary words. Students may check their answers immediately.
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Vocabulary: Matching Exercise VII
In this online interactive vocabulary instructional activity, students respond to 15 matching questions regarding poetry terminology. Students may check their answers immediately.
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Vocabulary: Matching Exercise VII
In this online interactive vocabulary worksheet, students respond to 15 matching questions regarding vocabulary words. Students may check their answers immediately.
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Vocabulary: Matching Exercise VIII
In this online interactive vocabulary worksheet, learners respond to 15 matching questions regarding vocabulary words. Students may check their answers immediately.