THEA Reading Objective #1 Word Meaning

3 types of questions (skills) 1. Words with multiple meanings 2. Figurative expressions 3. Unfamiliar and uncommon words and phrases

Skill #1: What is a Multiple Meaning word?  A word with more than one meaning.  Examples: –left She left the room. There are no cookies left in the box. He turned left at the corner. –shot –cross –sentence –judge –rule

How many multiple meaning words can you list? The group with the most gets extra credit!

THEA example What is the meaning of the word locks as it is used in the paragraph? A. tufts of wool B. hair C. firm holds D. fasteners

The fiery ball sank lower and lower in the sky. For a moment, it was a strange, round cheeked maiden with brilliant curly locks blowing out behind her in the wind. She floated, suspended above the rippled carpet of clouds, then silently slipped from sight. Always plug your choice into the paragraph to make sure in makes sense. A. tufts of wool B. hair C. firm holds D. fasteners

With multiple meaning words, always make sure to check how the word is being used IN THE SELECTION! Always plug your choice into the paragraph to make sure in makes sense.

Skill #2: Figurative Language Watch out! The author says one thing but means another! It’s as dry as a bone. He’s as stubborn as a mule. She’s going to kill me if she finds out. Money talks. We walked forever.We walked forever.

THEA Example 1. In the selection, the writer uses the phrase the round-cheeked maiden to refer to: A.a cloud B.the wind C.a young woman D.the sun

THEA Example 1. In the selection, the writer uses the phrase the round-cheeked maiden to refer to: A.a cloud B.the wind C.a young woman D.the sun The fiery ball sank lower and lower in the sky. For a moment, it was a strange, round cheeked maiden with brilliant curly locks blowing out behind her in the wind. She floated, suspended above the rippled carpet of clouds, then silently slipped from sight. Always plug your choice into the paragraph to make sure in makes sense.

Skill #3: Unfamiliaranduncommon words and phrases

THEA example: 1. Which of the following is the best meaning of the word restively as used in the paragraph? A. anxiously B. sleepily C. happily

How do I figure out the correct answer? 1. Use context clues  words or sentences surrounding the mystery word that assist you in determining its meaning 2. Use word structure  This refers to how the mystery word is built. Check for prefixes, familiar root words and suffixes. Always plug your choice into the paragraph to make sure in makes sense.

1. Which of the following is the best meaning of the word restively as used in the paragraph? A. anxiously B. quietly C. happily Jason listened carefully. The horses neighed restively in their stalls. The henhouse practically shook with the birds’ anxious squawking. Drummer, the puppy, barked uneasily at Jason’s heels. All the animals seemed to sense that something was about to happen. Then, suddenly, the ranch was as quiescent as a deserted battlefield. Always plug your choice into the paragraph to make sure in makes sense.

You can greatly help your budget by being frugal. For instance, using store coupons and waiting for expensive items to be on sale can save a lot of money. a. hardworking b. patient c. thrifty To save the company, the president had to take the drastic steps of closing one plant and laying off a hundred workers. a. easy b. illegal c. extreme

The efforts of the firemen to save the woman were futile—she was already dead. A. successful B. useless C. early D. too lengthy The saying “Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today” warns that it is best not to procrastinate. A. delay B. rush C. work too hard D. confuse

Do Practice #14 page Review Test 2 page Review Test 4 page Read pages Do Practice #4 page Review Test #3 page Review Test #4 page Read pages Homework on objective #1 Use context clues to find your answers, not the dictionary!! Answers must be written in your book. Assignments due at next class meeting