2. The literal dictionary definition of a word Not open to interpretation

3. The figurative or emotional meaning of a word Any association that a word might carry

4. “ You may live in a house, but we live in a home.” The connotation in this sentence is that a “home” is much more than merely the structure of a house.

5. Positive We bought inexpensive souvenirs at the amusement park. Negative We bought cheap souvenirs at the amusement park.

6. averagemediocre spitsaliva childishchildlike antiqueold-fashioned

7. 1. The (odor, fragrance) of apple blossoms filled the entire valley. 2. A (swarm, bunch) of bees filled the air near the hive.

8. How to write a great paragraph!

9. Has several related sentences that focus on a single topic or idea. Is AT LEAST 5-7 sentences. Should include the following elements to be effective: (you’ll write these down later) Topic Sentence Supporting Sentences A Transitioning Conclusion Unity and Coherence

10. A good topic sentence states the main idea of the paragraph. Most often, the topic sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph. As I stepped through the French doors, I knew immediately that I was in a very special place. Flowers and plants were everywhere. Beautiful dark green vines clung to the cream-colored stucco wall behind the patio. The flagstone paving blended perfectly with the surrounding garden walls. In the far corner was a tall, stately, old oak tree that I had climbed when I was a child.

11. Details, examples, or facts should be included to support the topic sentence. As I stepped through the French doors, I knew immediately that I was in a very special place. Flowers and plants were everywhere. Beautiful dark green vines clung to the cream-colored stucco wall behind the patio. The flagstone paving blended perfectly with the surrounding garden walls. In the far corner was a tall, stately, old oak tree that I had climbed when I was a child.

12. A good concluding sentence summarizes the paragraph and leads the reader into the main idea of the next one. As I stepped through the French doors, I knew immediately that I was in a very special place. Flowers and plants were everywhere. Beautiful dark green vines clung to the cream-colored stucco wall behind the patio. The flagstone paving blended perfectly with the surrounding garden walls. In the far corner was a tall, stately, old oak tree that I had climbed when I was a child.

13. Each sentence in the paragraph should focus only on the topic presented in that paragraph’s topic sentence. All paragraphs should be written in language that the target audience can easily understand. As I stepped through the French doors, I knew immediately that I was in a very special place. Flowers and plants were everywhere. Beautiful dark green vines clung to the cream-colored stucco wall behind the patio. The flagstone paving blended perfectly with the surrounding garden walls. In the far corner was a tall, stately, old oak tree that I had climbed when I was a child.

14. You will be answering the following question: What was behind the door? The lady or the tiger? Write a non-fiction piece explaining which option is most likely, based on inferences and facts from the text. You must cite textual evidence. This piece should be 2 paragraphs (at minimum). Must be neatly written in blue or black pen or typed Typed assignments must be printed or submitted through turnitin.com I will not accept this assignment through email!