Language Analysis: Word Choice
English
Grade 6
9 questions
~18 mins
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A worksheet focusing on analyzing word choice in a fictional text for Grade 6 students, emphasizing vocabulary and literary techniques.
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Language Analysis: Word Choice
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Reading Passage: The Whispering Forest
In the depths of the ancient forest, the sunlight struggled to pierce through the dense canopy of leaves. Shadows danced softly across the moss-covered ground, whispering secrets carried by the gentle breeze. Every step taken was muffled by a thick carpet of fallen foliage, creating a hush that seemed to hush even the loudest of thoughts. The air was thick with the scent of damp earth and blooming wildflowers, an intoxicating aroma that hinted at mysteries hidden beneath the tangled branches. Occasionally, a distant call of a nightingale broke the silence, echoing like a delicate song in the vast, silent woods. The atmosphere was both enchanting and eerie, as if the forest held stories waiting to be discovered by those willing to listen.
1.
Identify two words from the passage that contribute to its mysterious atmosphere.
[2 marks]2.
What is the effect of the phrase 'whispering secrets carried by the gentle breeze'?
[2 marks]3.
Identify the literary technique used in the phrase 'shadows danced softly across the moss-covered ground'.
[2 marks]4.
Explain how the author's choice of words like 'muffled', 'thick', and 'damp' affects the mood of the passage.
5.
List three adjectives used in the passage and explain what each contributes to the description of the forest.
[3 marks]6.
Identify a metaphor in the passage and explain its effect.
[3 marks]7.
Write a brief paragraph describing your own mysterious forest scene, using at least three descriptive words from the passage.
8.
Identify the tone of the passage and justify your answer with examples from the text.
[3 marks]9.
Discuss how the word choices in the passage help to create an atmospheric setting.
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