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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 3 1. The play performance was going

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 4 1. Growing up on a farm,

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 5 1. Living in the city my

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 6 1. My mother is an expert

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 7 1. The storm had passed, and

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 8 1. A day could begin with

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 9 1. Countless tables held a plethora

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 10 1. The symptoms of my ailment

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 11 1. The hospital gown I was

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 12 1. Everything at the restaurant looked

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 13 1. I was so nervous before

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 14 1. We landed in Maui and

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 15 1. I studied the tiny island

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 16 1. My mom always describes me

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 17 1. My dad finally agreed to

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 18 1. The surgeon performing my grandfather’s

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 19 1. There was nothing better than

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 20 1. My pet pig was quite

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 21 1. I implored my mother to

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 22 1. At first I tried to

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 23 1. I had created quite a

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 24 1. Thanks to their barking dog,

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 25 1. Luckily, the foolish child who

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 26 1. A conviction might mean a

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 27 1. The judge said that the

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 28 1. Since many children receive the

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 29 1. After they had been inoculated

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 30 1. The hordes of rats were

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 31 1. My dad was not particularly

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 32 1. To prevent an epidemic of

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 33 1. Since it was her birthday,

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 34 1. I always accept my uncle’s

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 35 1. All the parents agreed that

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 36 1. Fortunately, the culprits were caught

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Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 1 1. Impeccable was the word to describe Rosemary that evening. Her clothes were neatly pressed, and her hair was done so carefully that not a strand was out of place. Of course, she wore the latest fashion. Even her fingernails were absolutely perfect. Impeccable means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday acceptible 3. acquit refine Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. Carter’s van needs to be washed. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P My grandma gave (I, me) a beautiful quilt to put on my bed. 5. Choose the antonym for: deception 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. z lies honesty loyal She baked the cake for my birthday 2. Tuesday . Which of the following would be conspicuous? a) a lighthouse on a cliff c) a neon pink car 3. blind b) an extremely tall person d) a pebble on the ground List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. ab - away from Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Stewart told his dad that his bike had a flat tire. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) fool : wisdom liar : honesty b) soldier : power c) lawyer : mercy © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) mother : children

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 1 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The (odor, fragrance) coming from the garbage was unbearable. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The busy pedestrians mostly ignored the old, melancholy house. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words gawk and gaze based on their connotation. denotation “to look at” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “fore” (v) - To predict or estimate in advance 5. Choose the synonym for: usual accustomed 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. strange patient friendly Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday If a student feels ill they should be sent to the nurse. 2. defendant prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. tails of five foxes 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex I won’t go to the movies unless you come as well. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. a • lert 1. adj. Watchful; wide-awake 2. v. To warn to be ready 3. n. A warning signal We posted a sign to alert drivers that children were present. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 2 1. I was not looking forward to the school musical. During rehearsals, I always pretended to sing, mouthing the words with a fake smile on my face. This deception went unnoticed by my teacher for weeks, until she finally announced that she was assigning me to the lead roll! deception means: Monday 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. casual 3. render beleive Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. Mark Twain is one of America’s most famous authors. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P (They, Them) need a ride to school. agitated calm 5. Choose the antonym for: patient 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. z The judge selected the winner 2. Tuesday relaxed . Which of the following might a person donate? a) time c) food 3. weak b) money d) thoughts List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. anti - against, opposed to, preventative Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. The bag contained a book and a laptop, and it was blue. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) leaves : tree blizzard : snow b) downpour : rain c) desert : dry © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) hurricane : cold

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 2 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The mother couldn’t help but (gaze, stare) for hours at her newborn baby. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The town’s fire station burned down. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words aroma and stench based on their connotation. denotation “a smell or scent” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “trans” (v) - To plant in another place 5. Choose the synonym for: mean burly 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. compatible strong smooth Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday It is important for a person to be prepared before you adopt a pet. 2. inhospitable prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the guests of the hotel 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Marisol and Blakely love to read science fiction books. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. cul • tiv • ate 1. v. To prepare land for the growing of crops 2. v. To grow or to help to grow 3. v. To encourage development by attention or study Parents can help cultivate a love of books in their children by reading to them each night. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 3 1. The play performance was going extremely well, and the audience’s acclaim proved this. The cast members bowed and basked in the endless applause. There wasn’t one person sitting in their seats. The play had been a great success! acclaim means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday resourceful 3. definitly exercise Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. Even simple tasks were difficult to complete when I broke my arm. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P The referees made (theirs, their) decision about the final play. 5. Choose the antonym for: insert 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. import export Tuesday and flew away. Which of the following can be detained? a) a passenger c) a traveler 3. extract z The parrot opened its cage door 2. support b) a suspect in a crime d) a vacation List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. calc - stone Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Even though the car backed into the wall, it was not damaged. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) wizard : magical queen : royal b) nun : silent c) teacher : plain © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) chef : delicious

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 3 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. Everyone loves how (childish, youthful) my grandmother is. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The Internet is a treasure chest of information. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words chatty and conversational based on their connotation. denotation “talkative” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “pro” (v) - To put off doing something until a later time 5. Choose the synonym for: obscure 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. obvious extinct boring hidden Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday The members of the team hosted a party to celebrate its victory. 2. recognize prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the novel by Charles 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex You can go to farmers market, or you can shop at the grocery store. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. course 1. n. The path over which something moves 2. n. A way of acting or behaving 3. n. A subject or set of subjects to be studied Because of the approaching storm, our best course is to wait to travel until next week. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 4 1. Growing up on a farm, I learned how to clean stalls and feed and water the cows. No matter how hard I tried though, I was never faster or better at these jobs than my older brother. I studied his every move to learn why he was so efficient means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday judgmental 3. changable crucial Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. My sister is away at college. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Deanna was hoping to ride home with (she, her). 5. Choose the antonym for: flexible 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. brittle smooth Tuesday . Which of the following might cause someone to seek sanctuary? a) danger c) friendship 3. pliable z We have to pack our lunches 2. old b) hunger d) war List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. astr - star, star-shaped Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. The boss told the employee that she would receive a raise. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) coffee : cream luck : misfortune b) salt : pepper c) life : birth © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) defeat : victory

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 4 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. It’s difficult to keep things private when I have such a (nosey, inquisitive) neighbor. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday If I have to watch that movie again I will die of boredom. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words youthful and immature based on their connotation. denotation “to be young” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “circum” (v) - To sail around the world 5. Choose the synonym for: summit 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. path lure top mountain Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday My friends and I went to the museum where they saw the modern art exhibit. 2. inedible prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the home of the Smiths 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound Dante smiled and laughed in class. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. chal • lenge 1. v. To invite others to take part in a contest 2. v. To cause a person to use a lot of skill or effort 3. n. A call to engage in a contest, fight, or competition She challenged her friend to a game of chess. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com ☐complex

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 5 1. Living in the city my whole life, I was used to the clean, sharp lines of skyscrapers and the cold feel of concrete. For a nice change of pace, I loved visiting my aunt in the country every summer. I loved the rustic charm of her simple home and the endless fields that surrounded it. rustic means: Monday 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. excede 3. impede modest Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. My dog is almost twelve years old. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P My mom packed my brother and (I, me) a lunch. 5. Choose the antonym for: scatter 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. Tuesday disperse organized came to visit after the storm. Which of the following can be elusive? a) a frightened animal c) a person’s name 3. cluster z The president 2. spread b) an escaped prisoner d) an idea List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. cand - glowing, iridescent Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. The family invited their neighbors to dinner, but they didn’t show up. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) amazing : incredible fascinating : interesting b) critical : important c) strange : scary © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) boring : fun

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 5 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. My teacher told my parents that I am (chatty, conversational) in class. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday When Pete stole my idea, I was as angry as a hornet. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words old and mature based on their connotation. denotation “to be older” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? (n) - An instrument for seeing around things “peri” 5. Choose the synonym for: place deposit 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. refund composite compensate Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Upon arriving at the airport, you must have been upset to learn that their plane was delayed. 2. unimaginative prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the children of the woman 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Once we find my keys, we can leave for the beach. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. lure 1. v. To attempt to attract with the promise of something good 2. n. Something that attracts 3. n. Artificial bait used for fishing The lure of the ocean led me to study marine biology in college. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 6 1. My mother is an expert when it comes to handling our busy household. She is skilled at making great changes at a moments notice and handles many details in a calm manner. Thanks to her, our family doesn’t find life to be hectic at all. hectic means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday recreation 3. retort catagory Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. His sisters played basketball in high school. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Erin and (me, I) are going to the movies next weekend. 5. Choose the antonym for: bland 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. plain delicious Tuesday . Which of the following could be tentative? a) your birth date c) a gesture 3. spicy z The team planned the trip 2. smooth b) a lunch date d) a suggestion List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. auto - self; directed from within Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Daisy picked up my sister after she finished practice. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) engine : car verse : song b) mop : broom c) store : bank © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) sock : coat

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 6 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. My (cheap, inexpensive) book bag fell apart after only three weeks. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The Olympic swimmer drowned while on vacation in Hawaii. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words nosy and concerned based on their connotation. denotation “to be interested” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “se” (v) - To separate from the rest of the group 5. Choose the synonym for: prosper 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. assemble succeed fail wealthy Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Every man, woman, and child wore their hats at the park. 2. disapproving prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the books of the men 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex You are welcome to swim in our pool, but the water is very cold. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. char • ac • ter 1. n. The qualities that make a person or place different or special 2. n. A person in a story, movie, or play 3. n. A letter or symbol used in writing or printing Spencer’s support during my difficult illness shows his true character. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 7 1. The storm had passed, and the sea grew calm. After hours of floundering, our small boat had survived. I never thought our little vessel would hold up to the tossing and thrashing of the unforgiving ocean. floundering means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday greatful 3. commend generate Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. Travis’s pizzeria serves the best New York style pizza. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Did you enter (your, mine) dog in the Ugliest Pet Contest? 5. Choose the antonym for: deteriorate 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. improve agree ruins z All of you will need to raise the money 2. Tuesday . Which of the following are minute? a) a one-celled organism c) an organelle 3. decay b) a speck of dust d) a grain of salt List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. chrom - color Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Chen told her sister that she really liked her new shoes. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) hill : mountain pecan : nut b) river : lake c) sport : soccer © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) helicopter : aircraft

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 7 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. It is important to have (confidence, arrogance) when being interviewed for a job. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The fall leaves were whispering in the wind. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words slender and scrawny based on their connotation. denotation “to be of slight build” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “dia” (n) - A straight line through a figure from one corner to another 5. Choose the synonym for: absurd 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. abundant flimsy senseless horrid Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday I applied ointment to my cuts so it would heal. 2. unmerciful prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the sculptures of the artists 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Miranda and Caleb knead and roll out the pizza dough. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. re • mote 1. adj. Far away in time or space 2. adj. Slight or faint 3. adj. Controlled indirectly or from a distance Having never played a sport in my life, I knew I had a remote chance of making the team. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 8 1. A day could begin with glorious sunshine, only to instantly change as a violent storm suddenly arrived. This unpredictable weather was too treacherous to go boating. One would never know what to expect once out on the water. treacherous means: Monday 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. several 3. insist foriegn Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. Ronald Reagan was the fortieth president of the United States. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P The school year has just begun for (we, us). 5. Choose the antonym for: depart 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. leave alone cultivate arrive z They recommend the movie although they haven’t seen it 2. Which of the following is a mediocre score on a test? Tuesday a) 90% c) 72% 3. . b) 85% d) 26% List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. cogn - to know Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. As he was replacing the battery to the remote, he dropped it on the floor. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) metal : blacksmith wool : sheep b) paper : rocks c) leather : cows © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) wood : mountains

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 8 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. I read a great book about saving money by being (economical, stingy). 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday I skipped lunch and now I am starving. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words arrogant and confident based on their connotation. denotation “to think highly of oneself” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “col” (v) - To come together with great force; to clash 5. Choose the synonym for: reluctant 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. numerous careless unwilling enthusiastic Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday We love the city because you can get anything you need here. 2. immaturely prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. ideas of the politician 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex He won the tournament, yet he seemed sad and upset. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. dense 1. adj. Tightly packed; crowded close together 2. adj. Thick; hard to see through 3. adj. Stupid, thickheaded The bread was so heavy and dense that I was full after eating one slice. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 9 1. Countless tables held a plethora of food: salads, casseroles, bread, dips, appetizers, and drinks. The attractive spread of food made my mouth water. We were all eager to eat and enjoy the great variety of deliciousness that was set forth. plethora means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday respective 3. accidentaly corrode Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. My mother doesn’t have enough time to volunteer at school. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Even though (he, him) loves school, he was just too sick to attend. 5. Choose the antonym for: optimistic 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. z bleak angry positive happy You don’t need to help her because she can do it 2. Which of the following could be interpreted? Tuesday a) time c) food 3. . b) money d) thoughts List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. circum - around Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Nigel and Mario took the twins to the park, and they didn’t want to go home. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) bass : minnow stone : pebble b) car : truck c) lion : cheetah © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) dictionary : novel

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 9 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. I hate arguing with Sam; he is just so (stubborn, determined). 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The dust storm swallowed the small desert town, covering everything in a layer of dirt. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words persuade and brainwash based on their connotation. denotation “to influence someone” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “ab” (adj. ) - Not typical, average, or normal 5. Choose the synonym for: pursue 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. chase regress contact rearrange Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday In order to stay warm, the baby rabbits cuddled with her mother. 2. inaccurately prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the brooms of the witches 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex There was a beautiful rainbow after the storm passed. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. su • pe • ri • or 1. adj. Excellent of its kind 2. adj. Higher in quality, position, or rank 3. n. A person of higher rank Gale was told to report to her superior as soon as she arrived at work. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 10 1. The symptoms of my ailment had our family doctor baffled. I had a running fever and constant cough. No remedy or medicine seemed to help. After several weeks of rest, my health returned, and I was feeling like myself again. ailment means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday calender 3. exception remain Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. Matt rushed out the door without eating breakfast. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. Alex finds it difficult to believe that (they, them) were not involved. 5. Choose the antonym for: frequent 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. constant occasional Tuesday have seen the crime. Which of the following are resources? a) patience c) iron 3. unfair z You can only be a witness if you 2. repeated S O P b) goals d) gold List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. com/con - with, together Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. The teachers told the students that they were going on a field trip. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) river : cold hysterical : serenity b) desert : island c) forest : birds © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) calm : anxiety

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 10 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. Her artwork is amazing because she is so (nitpicky, meticulous). 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The IRS agent is fined for not paying his taxes. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words late and delayed based on their connotation. denotation “not on time” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “ob” (adj. ) - Very unpleasant and objectionable 5. Choose the synonym for: exhibition 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. contribution show appeal surrender Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday The cinnamon was so old that they lost most of their flavor. 2. indictment prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the dog of Mike and Erin 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex He wanted a new i. Pad, so he started mowing lawns to earn money. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. ded • i • cate 1. v. To set aside for a certain purpose 2. v. To devote to a serious purpose 3. v. To name, address, or set aside as an honor The scientist dedicated his entire career to finding a cure for cancer. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 11 1. The hospital gown I was wearing, the sheets, and especially the nurses’ hands all carried the odor of the antiseptics used to sterilize everything in hospital. The strong scent reassured me that germs were unlikely to be anywhere near me during my operation. antiseptics means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday royalty 3. traditional ignorence Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. My dad baked us oatmeal chocolate chip cookies for dessert. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Would you like to come to (my, theirs) birthday party? 5. Choose the antonym for: evasive 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. Tuesday unmanageable elusive isn’t horrible, but the restaurant is pretty dirty. Which of the following can a person anticipate? a) trouble c) happiness 3. deceptive z The food 2. direct b) past events d) future events List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. iso - equal, the same Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Take the lid off of that jar and hand it to me. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) silver : water poor : money b) holiday : joy c) humble : arrogance © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) rich : love

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 11 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. There is no place I would rather be during the holidays than my (house, home). 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday We were busy as bees while we prepared for the party. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words lazy and leisurely based on their connotation. denotation “without haste or urgency” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “tri” (n) - A group of three plays or books with a common theme 5. Choose the synonym for: deft 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. innate distinct clumsy skillful Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday If you are willing to work hard, a salesperson can make a lot of money here. 2. prepared prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the (separate) bikes of Keith and Frank 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex I will not go to her party until she apologizes to me. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. ac • com • mo • date 1. v. To have or to find room for 2. v. To do a favor 3. v. To provide for; supply with My family is renting a house in Maui that accommodates eight people. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 12 1. Everything at the restaurant looked delicious. We ordered one of each dessert and ate them with great relish. We thoroughly enjoyed each tasty bite as if it were our very last. My favorite item was the chocolate lava cake. relish means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday bibliography 3. maintainence conductor Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. Heirloom tomatoes grow in many different colors. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Despite the rain, Mark and (he, him) still went for a run. 5. Choose the antonym for: significant 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. important confusing redundant z Well look who just arrived; it’s the Queen of England 2. Tuesday . Which of the following might cause a person to persevere? a) laziness c) greed 3. meaningless b) fear d) success List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. mon - to warn Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Chase visited Lewis after his swim meet. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) television : watch newspaper : inform b) book : communicate c) transportation : car © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) game : entertain

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 12 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. It was clear by looking at the (skinny, slender) puppy that he was very underfed. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The gently lapping waves called me to the ocean. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words demand request based on their connotation. denotation “to ask of someone” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “deci” (n) - One tenth of a meter 5. Choose the synonym for: peril 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. danger drastic frugal safety Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Someone left their backpack in the library. 2. resentment prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the wife and children of the president 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex We were at the movies when the power outage began. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. as • so • ci • ate 1. v. To connect things together in the mind 2. v. To come or be together as friends or companions 3. n. A person with whom one is connected in some way, as in business Many people associate sunshine with Southern California. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 13 1. I was so nervous before getting on the plane. I felt much better after my father assured me that expert mechanics check every aircraft for defects before takeoff. With careful inspection, there would be little danger that anything could go wrong. defects means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday possesion 3. remember application Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. Mr. Powel told us we have a geometry test next week. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P My dad met his boss and (she, her) for the meeting. 5. Choose the antonym for: nonchalant 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. casual relaxed nervous z He restored the 1964 Mustang 2. Tuesday . Which of the following might be seen as sinister? a) a crying baby c) a hooded figure 3. hateful b) a casual comment d) an evil laugh List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. inter - among, between Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. When Yolanda saw her friend, she smiled. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) zebra : animal bus : automobile b) taxi : train c) cat : bird © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) love : compassion

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 13 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The cool weather was a (refreshing, chilling) change after the heat wave. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday They determined that the house fire was started by a faulty smoke detector. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words mob and gathering based on their connotation. denotation “a large group of people” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “epi” (n) - The outer layer of skin 5. Choose the synonym for: pathetic 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. rigorous mobile pitiful rude Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Mr. Underhill asked the students to present our science fair project. 2. complacency prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the houses that Mark and Steve both own 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex We at new restaurant, and we went shopping for clothes. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. im • mense 1. adj. Extremely large, huge 2. adj. Boundless or immeasurable size or extent 3. adj. Surpassingly good; excellent I was filled with immense relief when my neighbor found my lost dog. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 14 1. We landed in Maui and were greeted with the warm, moist, tropical air. After spending some time in the sultry island air, it was a nice relief to cool down in our air-conditioned hotel room. sultry means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday vacume 3. flourish generous Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were part of the first mission to the moon. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P (We, Us) are really looking forward to seeing you in the play. 5. Choose the antonym for: terminate 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. end begin test z My mom let us choose the restaurant for lunch 2. Tuesday . Which of the following could be depleted? a) savings c) energy 3. kill b) resources d) debt List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. cruc - cross Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. When the bike hit the tree, it made a horrible noise. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) maid : help baker : bread b) teacher : knowledge c) butcher : meat © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) tailor : clothes

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 14 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. I like that she prefers a (natural, plain) look and doesn’t wear so much makeup. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The moon peeked out from the clouds as the storm drifted west. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words confer and argue based on their connotation. denotation “to discuss with others” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “para” (v) – to lose sensation and the ability to move 5. Choose the synonym for: conspicuous 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. tired hateful evident hidden Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday The cowboy and his horse satisfied his thirst at the cool desert spring. 2. reluctance prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the supplies of Chris 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex You are welcome to stay and visit for a while. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. as • sume 1. v. To take for granted; to suppose 2. v. To take cover; to occupy 3. v. To pretend to have President Barack Obama assumed office on January 20, 2009. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 15 1. I studied the tiny island on my map, sitting so isolated in the middle of the ocean. I wondered how it was possible for a plane to even land on it. How was it even possible for supplies to be flown in? It is hundreds of miles from anywhere. isolated means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday schedule 3. syllable resturant Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. Rosie read the ingredients while June added them to the bowl. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P My family just bought (its, our) first house. 5. Choose the antonym for: ascend 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. fall climb Tuesday . Which of the following is benevolent? a) an affectionate greeting c) disobedience 3. resist z I found it difficult to believe 2. altitude b) a cruel remark d) volunteer work List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. hosp - guest Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Mansoor and Drake went to his father’s store. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) easy : impossible inappropriate : obscene b) rude : careless c) clean : immaculate © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) kind : considerate

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 15 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The (sly, clever) man cheated many customers out of money. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The heart is the body’s engine. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words scrutinize and observe based on their connotation. denotation “to watch” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “cata” (n) - A tragic event; sudden disaster or misfortune 5. Choose the synonym for: perpetual 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. frugal endless anxious completed Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Whenever one encounters a furious person, it is wise for you to react calmly. 2. absurdity prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the (separate) dogs of Grace and Rose 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Since the stores are all closed, we will have to go shopping in the morning. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. fer • tile 1. adj. Able to produce good crops 2. adj. Able to produce offspring 3. adj. Able to produce ideas; inventive Thomas Edison is famously known for his fertile mind. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 16 1. My mom always describes me as a “creature of habit. ” She says my daily routines are so consistent that she could tell time by what I am doing. I brush my teeth everyday at 8: 05, have breakfast at 8: 10, and am out the door at exactly 8: 30. consistent means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday beginning 3. acheive basically Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. My brother works at a coffee shop. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Perhaps you and (me, I) should plan a surprise party for Paul. 5. Choose the antonym for: hostility 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. Tuesday friendliness jealousy was devastating, not to mention the fires that followed. Which of the following could be composed? a) a couch c) a cake 3. rejoice z The earthquake 2. loneliness b) an essay d) a person List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. duct - lead Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. As Phillip was talking to Luke, he started to cry. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) jubilant : depressed positive : negative b) horrid : terrible c) mad : furious © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) friendly : insecure

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 16 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The witch let out a (giggle, cackle) that sent shivers down my spine. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday I went swimming this morning, and the water was freezing. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words careless and relaxed based on their connotation. denotation “not having a care” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? (v) - To come to a country different from one’s native country “im” 5. Choose the synonym for: elation 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. joy depression frustration anger Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Haresh and Maya are so proud of his and her children. 2. conspiracy prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the trip of Nancy 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex I didn’t go away on a vacation, nor did I take any time off of work. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. de • cline 1. v. To slope or pass to a lower level 2. v. To refuse to accept 3. n. A change to a smaller amount or lower level Due to environmental factors, the polar bear population is in sharp decline. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 17 1. My dad finally agreed to buy me a pet snake. His one provision was that the creature must never come into the house. Of course, I agreed to his request. I would have cooperated in any way to get his permission. provision means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday amature 3. professional claim Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. J. K. Rowling wrote the first book of her popular series in 1997. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Luckily, the delays did not affect (them, they). 5. Choose the antonym for: social 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. unfriendly amicable z The coach wasn’t great, but the team members 2. Tuesday were amazing. Which of the following might be improvised? a) a skit c) a raft 3. malcontent b) a song d) a trend List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. gran - grain Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Even though Keith invited Kevin to the party, he was still upset. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) fascinating : friendly mesmerizing : intriguing b) challenging : struggling c) astonished : surprised © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) angry : sad

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 17 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. I knew from her (smirk, smile) that she intentionally tripped me. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The hail angrily pelted their faces as they looked for shelter from the storm. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words unique and bizarre based on their connotation. denotation “not commonly seen or found” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “intro” (n) – One who focuses all interests and emotions on oneself 5. Choose the synonym for: relieve 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. ignore support soothe aggrivate Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Each teacher, student, and parent enjoyed themselves at open house. 2. descendant prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the classrooms of the students 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Because I was sunburned, I couldn’t go to the beach this weekend. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. bur • den 1. n. Something that is carried, especially a heavy load 2. n. Anything that is hard to bear, emotionally 3. v. To add to what one has to bear The elderly lady did not want to burden her children, so she kept her illness a secret. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 18 1. The surgeon performing my grandfather’s operation quickly calmed our fears. He told about his training and experience with this procedure, as well as the thousands of successful operations he has completed. We knew our grandfather was in the good hands of a competent doctor. competent means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday reside 3. rehearsal cemetary Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. She demanded one thing from her students. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P It would be kind if you invited them and (I, me). 5. Choose the antonym for: frivolous 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. outrageous agreeable righteous z Can all of you please clean up the classroom 2. Tuesday ? Which of the following would give a person leeway? a) extra space c) extra time 3. sensible b) more money d) extra responsibility List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. form - to shape Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. My grandma visited Andrea, which made her happy. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) tornado : destruction cigarette : cancer b) husband : wealthy c) country : peaceful © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) baby : crying

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 18 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. We were so honored to have the (cop, officer) speak at our graduation. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday My little sister is so loud that you can hear her a mile away. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words reclusive and independent based on their connotation. denotation “being alone” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? (n) - The belief in more than one religion or god “poly” 5. Choose the synonym for: superb 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. magnificent horrible respectful Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday When my dad was in high school, you were only required to take one math class. 2. procrastinate prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the daughter of Mr. Sanchez 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex The children played and ran at the park yesterday. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. con • sume 1. v. To use up 2. v. To eat or drink 3. v. To do away with or destroy All of my spare time is consumed by piano lessons, soccer practice, and homework. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com loving

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 19 1. There was nothing better than listening to my grandpa tell amusing stories from his childhood. My cousins and I looked forward to this yearly tradition every summer. His most interesting anecdote was about how he raised a litter of kittens after their mother abandoned them. anecdote means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday mispell 3. rebound fracture Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. Lewis Carol wrote Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland in 1865. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Amir raised (his, its) hand to ask a question. 5. Choose the antonym for: saunter 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. Tuesday trip run couldn’t be more pleased with the results. Which of the following might cause anguish? a) staining a new shirt c) losing a pet 3. lumber z I 2. swagger b) having your car stolen d) being tired List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. ject - to cast or throw Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. My uncle yelled at Paul when he was just kidding around. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) belt : pants head : helmet b) ring : necklace c) train : caboose © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) warrior : armor

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 19 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. I love facing (challenges, difficulties) in school. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The baby’s cry was a siren in the night. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words bland mild based on their connotation. denotation “to lack flavor” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “an” (adj. ) - Without a name or with an unknown name 5. Choose the synonym for: exploit 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. discover save nurture abuse Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday I enjoyed the concert last night, but you could tell the lead singer was lip-syncing. 2. anonymous prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the hats of several boys 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex I want to go to the book signing, for I am such a huge fan of the author. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. ob • scure 1. v. To cover up or keep from being seen 2. adj. Hard to see; hidden 3. adj. Not easy to understand The obscure poem was confusing for many of the students. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 20 1. My pet pig was quite happy in the outdoor abode I built him. I made sure the shelter provided protection from the sun during the day and kept him nice and warm at night. I spent many hours with him there. My sister, however, refused to visit his dwelling. abode means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday supreme 3. disipline fashionable Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. His book must be interesting because he hasn’t put it down once. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P I can’t believe that (we, us) just met one week ago. 5. Choose the antonym for: despair 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. confidence desperate z Diana found the story difficult to believe 2. Tuesday . Which of the following can be breached? a) a meal c) a home 3. worried b) trust d) a friendship List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. phon - sound Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. After the teacher gave Dani back the test, she walked away sadly. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) salt : food craft : sewing b) faith : science c) fuel : coal © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) oak : tree happy

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 20 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. I was ready to eat my shoe, I was so (hungry, famished). 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday Mr. Merv has been teaching since the Stone Age. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words generous and lavish based on their connotation. denotation “to give a lot to others” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “il” (adj. ) - Unable to read or write 5. Choose the synonym for: declare 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. state understand recant observe Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday If a person wants to succeed in life, they must be able to face failure. 2. atypical prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the car of my sister-in-law 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex If you go to the store, will you pick me up some apples and bananas? 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. de • spair 1. v. To lose hope 2. v. To be overcome by a sense of defeat 3. n. A total lack of hope The despair in Evelyn’s eyes told him that the situation was worse than he feared. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 21 1. I implored my mother to let me keep the new puppy in my room that first night. He was only six weeks old, and I was afraid he might be lonely in the living room all night. At first she denied my pleas, but eventually, she agreed. implored means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday arguement 3. possible friendly Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. His decision to leave the team was based on one reason. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P (Her, She) loves to read books and listen to music. 5. Choose the antonym for: methodical 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. Tuesday careless memorial selected the winners. Which of the following can swarm? a) time c) trees 3. cautious z The judges 2. deliberate b) people d) bees List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. labor - to work Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Lila smiled at her mom as she baked cookies. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) idea : true sun : hot b) law : perfect c) accident : unintended © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) monarchy : corrupt

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 21 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. Spencer’s (lazy, relaxed) disposition puts us all at ease. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The meeting on procrastination has been postponed ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words miserly and frugal based on their connotation. denotation “careful with money” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “port” (v) - To send out of the country (usually a person) 5. Choose the synonym for: detain 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. delay release reverse bundle Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday The neighbors left his dog outside all night. 2. illiterate prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the father of James and Cole 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex There was so much turbulence while I was on the plane. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. har • bor 1. n. A protected place along a seacoast where ships can find shelter 2. v. To give shelter to; to take care of by hiding 3. v. To hold or nourish a thought or feeling in the mind It’s best to forgive and not harbor any anger towards those who hurt you. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 22 1. At first I tried to make her feel sorry for me. I appealed to her emotions in hopes that she would grant me one more chance to make up the missing assignments. It took a lot of convincing, but eventually, my teacher relented and allowed me to make up the work. relented means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday pretend 3. rearrange embarass Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. Last summer we went to Australia. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P I saw (he, him)at the mall yesterday. 5. Choose the antonym for: tempestuous 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. confident anxious Tuesday . Which of the following could be exhibited? a) time c) food 3. calm z We finished the huge puzzle 2. agitated b) antiques d) thoughts List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. peri - around Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Mike promised his dad that he would clean his room. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) familiar : novelty trivial : importance b) honorable : love c) special : wealth © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) invisible : sight

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 22 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. That chef is (notorious, famous) for his delicious pastries. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday I caught a serious virus while in the hospital. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words loathe and dislike based on their connotation. denotation “to not care for” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “struct” (v) - To block or put obstacles in the way 5. Choose the synonym for: diminish 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. substitute lessen replace deface Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Once I entered the restaurant, you could smell the aroma of fresh baked bread. 2. illogical prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the cars that Mindy and Caesar own (together) 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex The play was so long, but it was very entertaining. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. harsh 1. adj. Rough and unpleasant to the senses 2. adj. Causing pain; cruel 3. adj. Not suitable for living things; extremely uncomfortable In a harsh voice, the teacher ordered the students to get back in their seats. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 23 1. I had created quite a difficult predicament for myself. Because I ignored my mom’s warnings about keeping my grades up, when my report card arrived she was very disappointed, to say the least. Now I am unable to use my computer or go to my best friend’s birthday party. predicament means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday perhaps 3. firey sentence Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. George Washington was America’s first president. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Jorge’s dog ate (its, his) brand new watch. 5. Choose the antonym for: notable 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. Tuesday insignificant ashamed am going right to bed when I get home. Which of the following could be vacated? a) a classroom c) an agreement 3. resentful z I 2. substantial b) a hotel lobby d) love List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. liber - free Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Remove the cap from that marker before you hand it to me. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) athlete : healthy expert : knowledge b) student : intelligence c) spy : honor © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) fanatic : enthusiasm

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 23 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. We are looking for a (persistent, pushy) employee who will work well with the customers. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday It will take me an eternity to finish this school project. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words shun and deny based on their connotation. denotation “to not accept” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? (n) - A doctor’s instructions for the use of medicine “scrip” 5. Choose the synonym for: ornate 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. plain jewelry dingy flashy Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Everyone needs to floss and brush their teeth twice a day. 2. introspection prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the goods of the merchants 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex While away I received over 1, 000 emails. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. mim • ic 1. v. To copy or imitate closely 2. v. To make fun of by imitating 3. n. One who can imitate sounds, speech, or actions We were amazed by how well the parrot could mimic human speech. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 24 1. Thanks to their barking dog, which woke them up, the entire family had jumped from the windows and escaped with only minor injuries. The entire neighborhood was relieved to learn that there had been no casualties from the fire. casualties means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday harrass 3. equipment nourish Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. My grandmother still runs every morning. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Between you and (me, I), I am not a big fan of this new policy. 5. Choose the antonym for: compliant 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. rebellious infrequent obedient z He wanted to see the Grand Canyon 2. Tuesday . Which of the following would you find in an arid climate? a) rivers c) cactus plants 3. weak b) rain d) lakes List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. morph - to form or shape Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Suzy told her friend that she should take a cooking class. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) calm : criminal cautious : danger b) frugal : waste c) sinister : evil © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) love : heartless

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 24 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. After the scandal, the (politician, statesman) was voted out of office. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The student who hated school growing up became a teacher. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words energetic and hyper based on their connotation. denotation “to have energy” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “term” (v) - To end; to close; to limit 5. Choose the synonym for: corrode 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. rot worship grow increase Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Everybody was enjoying their vacation in Puerto Rico. 2. multifaceted prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the roles of the actor 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Dwayne painted the house, and Claire worked in the yard. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. in • tense 1. adj. Very strong; very great 2. adj. Showing great depth of feeling 3. adj. Involving or showing strain or extreme effort During the test, Graham was in a state of intense concentration. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 25 1. Luckily, the foolish child who decided to run through the campfire was not badly burned. Her leg had been singed, however. She needed to receive some basic medical attention but is expected to make a full recovery without any scarring. singed means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday deliberate 3. libary flustered Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. Ironically, Earth’s largest land animal is a vegetarian. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P The older students tease (us, we) because we are younger. 5. Choose the antonym for: lethargic 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. energetic sluggish relaxed z The cat climbed the telephone pole 2. Tuesday . Which of the following can be inflated? a) tires c) balloons 3. upset b) prices d) coffee List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. log - thought, word, speech Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. After the coach yelled at the player, he felt horrible. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) corrupt : thief submissive : slave b) circus : entertaining c) ignorant : child © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) bossy : professional

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 25 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. After seeing how (messy, filthy) the restaurant was, we never ate there again. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday That coach is as tough of nails. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words corpulent and fat based on their connotation. denotation “above average size” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “min” (v) - To cut into small pieces 5. Choose the synonym for: lofty 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. high overpowering demanding Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday When people get angry, we sometimes say things we don’t mean. 2. semimonthly prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the reactions of the crowd 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex We will buy our plane tickets whenever the prices come down. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. par • don 1. v. To forgive 2. v. To free from legal punishment 3. n. The act of forgiving or freeing from legal punishment Many people disagreed with President Ford’s pardon of Richard Nixon. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com low

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 26 1. A conviction might mean a jail sentence for the young boy. His lawyer felt that he was at heart a good boy who simply made a poor choice. He was sure that jail would do the boy far more harm than good. conviction means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday choreography 3. pliers manuver Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. My family needs a new car. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Pam, Miyu, and (I, me) made the soccer team. 5. Choose the antonym for: taper 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. reduce Tuesday widen completed all of the chores. Which of the following would you expect to be tranquil? a) a country scene c) a spa 3. repair z They 2. burn b) a rose garden d) an action movie List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. min - less, smaller Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. When I tried to remove the lid from the jar, it broke. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) artery : blood water : pipe b) wine : bottle c) blood : vein © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) hose : nozzle

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 26 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. I have a (career, job) babysitting one weekend a month. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The brown and withered garden was crying out for water. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words normal and ordinary based on their connotation. denotation “to be common” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? (v) - To work together to accomplish something “oper” 5. Choose the synonym for: propel 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. withdraw push increase shift Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Acme Computers reported today that their company is filing for bankruptcy. 2. polytheistic prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the donations of the teachers 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Even if he begged me on his knees, I would never give him my bike. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. prim • i • tive 1. adj. From earliest times; ancient 2. adj. Simple or crude 2. adj. Not derived from something else; primary or basic The archaeologists discovered some primitive tools from the Paleolithic era. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 27 1. The judge said that the young criminal seemed to be a decent boy of above average intelligence. He felt that the boy was worth saving and agreed with his lawyer that the hardened criminals in prison would corrupt the juvenile. corrupt means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday responsible 3. noticable retractable Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. Sophia loves all of her cats. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P It’s unlikely, but I will try to meet you and (her, she) for dinner. 5. Choose the antonym for: inhibit 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. restrict allow will have to cook. Which of the following can be shed? Tuesday a) blood c) tears 3. imprison z If we are late to dinner, we 2. chase b) snow d) light List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. man - to stay Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. She bought a house with a pool, but it was in poor condition 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) cynic : critical dreamer : idealistic b) parent : loving c) novice : skilled © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) judge : honest

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 27 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. Thank you for (reminding, nagging) me about my appointment today. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday My dad is the strictest parent ever to walk this planet. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words error and blunder based on their connotation. denotation “to make a mistake” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “quis” (adj. ) - Asking a lot of questions; extremely curious 5. Choose the synonym for: skirmish 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. bully upsetting argument compatible Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday My brother, as well as his two friends, enjoys their video games. 2. bilingual prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the (separate) reports of Riya and Lily 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex My family will visit Canada, or we will travel to Mexico. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. en • coun • ter 1. v. To meet unexpectedly 2. v. To be faced with 3. n. A chance meeting We can all expect to encounter challenges and difficulties in life. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 28 1. Since many children receive the chicken pox vaccine when they are babies, they are immune to the virus. Children who have not been vaccinated are not protected and do risk the chance of catching the illness. immune means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday privlige 3. fester infection Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. Our new neighbors just moved in. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P My sister put (her, mine) books in (my, theirs) locker. 5. Choose the antonym for: thwart 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. encourage Tuesday praise didn’t know what was causing my fever. Which of the following could be monotonous? a) a movie c) a trip 3. stop z Even the doctor 2. defeat b) a voice d) an adventure List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. sol - alone, lonely Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. I dropped the vase on my foot and it broke. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) jet : train infant : baby b) science : observation c) judgment : verdict © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) teacher : school

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 28 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The kind vet said that my cat was (overweight, fat) and needed to be on a diet. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The boat sank like a lead weight. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words chef and cook based on their connotation. “a person who prepares denotation food” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “ques” (n) - A search to find or obtain something 5. Choose the synonym for: segregate 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. separate fuse include pretend Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Karen, Tess, and I looked at the money, and you could tell that it was fake. 2. deformity prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the food of the family 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex My aunt and grandmother are coming to visit this summer. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. mor • al 1. n. A useful lesson about life 2. adj. Having to do with questions of right and wrong 3. adj. Based on what is right and proper Citizens have a moral duty to report crimes that they see occurring. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 29 1. After they had been inoculated with the virus serum, they would contract a very mild form of the disease. As a result, they would not suffer from the more dangerous form of the illness. This medical discovery prevented many serious diseases from spreading further. inoculated means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday perspective 3. reciept favorite Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. His best friend planned the surprise party. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P My classmates and (they, them) all speak two languages. 5. Choose the antonym for: rancid 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. Tuesday odorous infrequent is large, but its yard is too small for us. Which of the following are beneficial to people? a) sleep c) clean water 3. spoiled z The house 2. fresh b) mistakes d) accidents List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. ortho - straight Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. When I parked my bike next to the car, I saw that it had a flat tire. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) flexible : graceful cruel : unkind b) aggressive : vicious c) jealous : evil © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) terrifying : spooky

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 29 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. We were smelly and covered in (sweat, perspiration) after the three hour practice. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The auto mechanic’s car wouldn’t start, and he couldn’t get to work. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words interrogate and inquire based on their connotation. denotation “to ask questions” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “mort” (v) - To humiliate or shame 5. Choose the synonym for: rural 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. urban country city populated Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday The captain, along with her teammates, believes that their new coach will help the team win. 2. subordinate prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the project that Sia and Kai finished together 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Although I love to swim, the lake is just too cold for me. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. in • tro • duce 1. v. To cause to know; to make known by name 2. v. To bring to the attention of, especially for the first time 3. v. To bring something into use There were revolutionary effects once the Internet was introduced to the public. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 30 1. The hordes of rats were all over the city. You might notice them during the day, but at night you could see hundreds of them scurrying about. They swarmed the trashcans looking for discarded food. hordes means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday resistance 3. founder seperate Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. We bought tickets for the event before they sold out. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Frankly, Dane is more qualified than (she, her). 5. Choose the antonym for: brilliant 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. kind ugly will need to decide. Which of the following are needed to sustain life? Tuesday a) water c) education 3. colorful z That is something that you 2. dull b) food d) oxygen List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. struct - to make or build Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. She told Mia that she needed to start working out. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) lethargic : energy clumsy : grace b) spunk : attitude c) love : respect © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) hate : thought

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 30 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The (fanatical, enthusiastic) spectators were painted in gold and purple from head to toe. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday Dale is a beast on the football field. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words cheap and inexpensive based on their connotation. denotation “to have a low price” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? (n) - A small harbor for docking small boats “mar” 5. Choose the synonym for: elude 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. capture detain exclude escape Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday The band played its first concert last night. 2. premonition prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the feet of Corinne and Justin 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex I can’t speak Spanish, nor have I ever been to Spain. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. prey 1. n. An animal that is hunted for food 2. n. One that is helpless or unable to resist attack; a victim 3. v. To take from or rob using violence or trickery The thieves preyed on tourists who were unfamiliar with the big city. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 31 1. My dad was not particularly fond of cats; in fact, he loathed them. Their smelly litter boxes disgusted him, and he detested their clawing at the furniture. If I am ever to have a pet cat, it will be when I live on my own as an adult. loathed means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday kernel 3. sargent preventative Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. The kitten had difficulty getting milk from its mother. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Veronica helped Julia and (I, me) study for the test. 5. Choose the antonym for: boisterous 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. meek loud contagious z I am not sure that I am going to the party 2. Tuesday . Which of the following can be brisk? a) a gift from a relative c) a bowl of soup 3. compassion b) a walk around town d) a fall breeze List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. prim - first Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Dave had to stay home with his brother because he was sick. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) resistant : rebellious trusting : skeptical b) engage : excite c) love : deceive © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) temporary : permanent

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 31 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The (ambitious, greedy) banker never seemed satisfied with all that he had. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday Failure stared him straight in the face and cruelly mocked him. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words home and shack based on their connotation. denotation “shelter” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “carn” (n) – A meat-eating animal 5. Choose the synonym for: diligent 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. focused arrogant careless Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday If a student is willing to work hard, you will have great success in school. 2. circumstantial prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the research of the scientists 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Before you go to the pool, you need to put on sunscreen. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. de • pos • it 1. v. To lay down 2. v. To put money into a bank account or to give as a partial payment 3. n. Something laid down The sediment was deposited at the river mouth, creating a delta. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com lazy

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 32 1. To prevent an epidemic of the flu, health care workers advise that people take important measures to stay healthy. To keep illness from spreading it’s important to wash your hands through out the day and avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. epidemic means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday twelth 3. fictitious evade Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. He adopted his cat from the local animal shelter. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Due to the high demand, Bette and (me, I) didn’t get any tickets. 5. Choose the antonym for: taunt 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. tease compliment Tuesday . Which of the following would be considered unruly behavior? a) ignoring your friend c) pulling a person’s hair 3. restrain z The puppies learned to roll over 2. envy b) yelling at another driver d) waiting in a long line List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. temp - time Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. When the desserts were served to the customers, they looked puffy. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) secretary : employee dog : canine b) doctor : physician c) dentist : specialist © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) flower : rose

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 32 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. Albert Einstein was also known for being an (eccentric, weird) person. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The town was a beehive of excitement on the day of the fair. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words reckless and brave based on their connotation. denotation “to be without fear” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? (adj. ) - Related to the heart “card” 5. Choose the synonym for: emerge 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. appear conceal locate move Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday Somebody crashed their car into the wall. 2. syncopation prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the birthday of Travis 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex My dad is a roofer, yet our roof leaks every time it rains. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. hud • dle 1. v. To crowd together 2. v. To curl one’s limbs up close to one’s body 3. n. A closely packed group The penguins huddled together to stay warm in the freezing temperatures. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 33 1. Since it was her birthday, she indulged in her love for chocolate cake. She doesn’t eat sweets very often, and although she loves chocolate cake, she rarely gives into her cravings. This was a special occasion indeed! indulged means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday refrigerator 3. persuade relevent Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. The hungry children could only think about one thing. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P I love (our, hers) cat that we adopted from the Humane Society. 5. Choose the antonym for: robust 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. strong Tuesday weak painted our neighbor’s fence. Which of the following might baffle a person? a) a riddle c) a familiar menu 3. resistant z We 2. concerning b) a math problem d) a greeting from a family member List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. sta - to stand Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Before the kids play with the puppies, they should rest. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) snow : precipitation halibut : fish b) pet : cat c) jungle : tundra © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) happy : sadness

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 33 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The (reporter, journalist) was not interested in reporting celebrity news. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday I am getting buried in schoolwork. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words perilous and unsafe based on their connotation. denotation “dangerous” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? (n) - The inner drive to do something or act a certain way “mot” 5. Choose the synonym for: mediocre 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. pitiful average extraordinary remorseful Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday If we stopped texting while driving, you wouldn’t have as many accidents. 2. encapsulate prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the boat of Tan and Saleem 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex We can leave as soon as Michelle arrives. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. grim 1. adj. Cruel; fierce 2. adj. Unfriendly or threatening; stern 3. adj. Unpleasant; disturbing The coach’s face was grim as he watched his team make so many careless mistakes. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 34 1. I always accept my uncle’s invitations to the baseball games. He has season tickets right behind the plate, which gave us the best view of the game. If I don’t go with him, I have to sit with the other spectators is the less desirable seats. spectators means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday occasionaly 3. persistent famous Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using commas. The old man gave us directions to the store. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Nevertheless, Franny and (her, she) still had a great time. 5. Choose the antonym for: sparse 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. dense few fictitious z She needed a moment to catch her breath 2. Tuesday . Which of the following can be rigorous? a) an inspection c) weather 3. loving b) school work d) an obstacle course List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. typ - stamp, model Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Sienna told her cousin that she couldn’t go to the play. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) favorable : ferocious elated : depressed b) frequent : often c) cordial : bashful © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) adorable : disgusting

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 34 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The orphan was angry that his (mom, mother) had left him when he was so young. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday My teacher left me a note that read, “your doing a great job!” ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words intelligent and brainy based on their connotation. denotation “to be smart” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? (n) - A view or outlook “vis” 5. Choose the synonym for: inept 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. qualified talented selfish unskilled Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday In order for a golfer to play professionally, they must practice everyday. 2. impractical prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the principles of my family 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Unfortunately, I am unable to run or swim this summer. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. sus • pend 1. v. To hang while attached to something above 2. v. To stop for a while before going on 3. v. To bar from working, attending, or taking part for a while The contractors suspended construction on the home until after the storm. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 35 1. All the parents agreed that a new school was needed, but there was quite a controversy about the cost. Some parents argued that a swimming pool was unnecessary and would cost too much money. Others replied that a pool would benefit the whole community, not just the school. controversy means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday constitution 3. nieghbor embark Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using parentheses. Around 100 English colonists founded the Jamestown settlement. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Mr. Waters and (they, them) are going on a field trip. 5. Choose the antonym for: meager 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. Tuesday coarse ample are the reason why fans come to watch the games. Which of the following can be vanquished? a) trust c) enemies 3. flimsy z The players 2. bare b) fear d) nervousness List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. sym/syn - with Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. Sandy and Kora babysat her little brother. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) vehicle : motorcycle abode : condo b) car : transportation c) needle : sewing © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) aquarium : fish

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 35 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. I just love the (sound, noise) of the waves crashing on the beach. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The unforgiving sun glared down on us all day. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words politician and representative based on their connotation. denotation “a person in public office” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “aud” (adj. ) - Loud enough to be heard 5. Choose the synonym for: extravagant 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. fancy original resourceful broad Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday If the students want to win the math competition, he or she must stay focused. 2. interception prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the (separate) parents of Beth and Kendal 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex Jill prefers cold whether, and I enjoy warmer climates. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. reign 1. v. To rule as queen or king 2. v. To be widespread 3. n. The rule of a queen or king; the time during which a person rules The American colonists declared their independence during the reign of George III. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 36 1. Fortunately, the culprits were caught before they could do any more damage. The judge made their families pay for the repairs to the school. The offenders were also required to complete 40 hours of community service by picking up trash on the side of the freeway. culprits means: 2. Circle the misspelled word and write it correctly in the space below. Monday pasttime 3. commander experiment Rewrite the sentence adding a nonrestrictive element using dashes. The arrival of the British soldiers sent a clear message to the colonists. 4. Circle the correct pronoun for the sentence. Identify if it is subjective, or possessive. S O P Personally, I agree with Priscilla and (she, her). 5. Choose the antonym for: lurch 1. Complete the sentence with an appropriate intensive pronoun. lunge Tuesday retreat planned the party and ordered the food. Which of the following could be scoured? a) a computer monitor c) dusty furniture 3. skip z My father 2. wobble b) a dirty pan d) a search area List five words that contain the Greek or Latin root/affix. 4. Circle the vague pronoun. leg - law Then rewrite the sentence so that its meaning is clear. When I placed the binder on the shelf, it fell. 5. Choose a matching analogy. a) submerge : boat : capsize b) marine : wharf c) forest : dark © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com d) plane : crash

Name: Date: 5 -A-Day Language Review: Week 36 1. Choose the word with the connotation that best fits the sentence. The (beast, animal) turned towards us, growling and bearing its teeth. 2. Identify the correct figure of speech. Then write the meaning on the lines below. Wednesday The traffic cop has over 30 unpaid parking tickets. ☐simile ☐metaphor ☐personification ☐irony ☐hyperbole 3. Sort the words vagrants and homeless based on their connotation. denotation “people with no home” + - 4. What word, related to the Greek or Latin root/affix, is defined below? “dyna” (n) - A succession of rulers 5. Choose the synonym for: cower charge 1. Circle the incorrect pronoun shift. shrink skip defeat Rewrite the sentence correctly. Thursday As we walked by the beach, you could hear the waves crashing on the shore. 2. conformity prefix: base or root: suffix: 3. Rewrite using a possessive noun. the computers of six students 4. Identify the type of sentence. ☐simple ☐compound ☐complex I will live wherever I can find a job. 5. Circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below. ri • ot 1. n. Public disorder or violence 2. n. A great and seemingly disordered quantity of something 3. v. To take part in a disorder June’s artwork was known for having a riot of color and textures. © M. Tallman 2014 • www. Got. To. Teach. com