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What does the term 'botanist' refer to?

  • Someone with a scientific interest in plants (correct)
  • A person interested in ancient artifacts
  • A person who collects stamps
  • An individual who studies fossils

    • Why is it suggested to use only the flowers you need?

  • To minimize costs
  • To avoid over-crowding in the garden
  • To ensure proper growth of the flowers
  • Because some flowers are rare (correct)

    • Which of the following items is NOT mentioned as necessary for starting a flower collection?

  • Notebook
  • Camera (correct)
  • Album or scrapbook
  • Magnifying glass

    • What does 'seldom' mean?

    <p>Rarely, not often (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is an example of an object pronoun?

    <p>Me (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which item is often collected alongside antiques?

    <p>Stones (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of pronoun is used to replace nouns in sentences?

    <p>Pronouns (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason stamp collecting was popular?

    <p>Stamps were easily obtained (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which possessive pronouns are used in the given sentence: 'The red bag is mine and the blue one is yours'?

    <p>mine, yours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct Present Perfect tense form for the verb 'call' in the sentence: 'Kate ______ him ten times this morning'?

    <p>has called (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence correctly uses the Past Perfect tense?

    <p>He had broken his leg in a car accident last year. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly represents the Future Perfect tense for the sentence: 'He ______ the exam by the end of this year'?

    <p>will have passed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the moral 'All that glitters is not gold' suggest in the context of the story of the foolish stag?

    <p>Appearances can be deceiving. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the woodcutter react when he lost his axe?

    <p>He began to weep. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the fairy bring to the woodcutter first after he lost his axe?

    <p>A golden axe (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option best represents the sequence of events in the story of 'A Foolish Stag'?

    <p>The stag got caught, then the hounds tore him apart. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Present Perfect Tense

    A grammatical tense used to describe an action that started in the past and continues into the present.

    Past Perfect Tense

    A grammatical tense used to describe an action that happened before another action in the past.

    Future Perfect Tense

    A grammatical tense used to describe an action that will be completed before a specific time in the future.

    Possessive Pronoun

    A type of pronoun that shows ownership or possession.

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    Moral (of a story)

    A literary device used to convey a moral lesson or message.

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    Pronouns

    A noun replacing words in a sentence. Subject pronouns are used as the subject of the sentence. Object pronouns are used after verbs and prepositions. Possessive pronouns describe ownership.

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    What is Archeology?

    The study of the past through material remains like artifacts and fossils.

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    Who is a Botanist?

    A person who studies plants, their classification, and their properties.

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    What is a Profession?

    A person's job or occupation, usually done for pay.

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    What does 'Seldom' mean?

    Rarely, not often. Something that happens infrequently.

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    What is the 'Countryside'?

    Rural areas, the countryside outside of cities and towns.

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    What does 'Gummed' mean?

    Covered in glue. Often used in reference to envelopes or stamps.

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    What does 'Preserving' mean?

    Protecting something from damage or decay. Storing something carefully.

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    Study Notes

    Monday's Dictation Words

    • Botanist: A specialist in plant life
    • Antiques: Old objects of historical interest.
    • Archaeology: The study of ancient societies through their remains.
    • Interesting: Describes something captivating.
    • Envelope: A paper container for letters.
    • Cabinet: A piece of furniture with drawers.
    • Enjoyable: Something pleasant to experience.

    Wednesday's Vocabulary

    • Seldom: Rarely, not often
    • Countryside: Rural areas
    • Archaeology: The study of ancient past civilizations via remains
    • Preserving: Keeping something in good condition
    • Botanist: Someone knowledgeable about plants
    • Profession: Paid occupation

    Wednesday's Sentence Construction

    • Influences: We are greatly influenced by our environment
    • Available: The doctor is not currently available
    • Obtained: A week later he obtained his leave
    • Countryside: We took a long drive through the open countryside.
    • Stamps: She affixed a stamp to the envelope

    Wednesday's Question and Answer

    • What kind of things do people collect?: Stamps, shells, butterflies, hats, leaves, stones, matchbox covers, antiques, plates, costumes, cars, feathers, and many more

    Thursday's Questions and Answers

    • Why was stamp collecting popular?: Stamps were easily obtained; most people had friends in distant places and wrote letters to them.
    • What are some things needed to start a collection?: Notebook, album or scrapbook, two pieces of hardboard, newspaper, magnifying glass, and some flowers.

    Why More Flowers Than Needed?

    • One should not use more flowers than needed because some are rare, flowers make the environment beautiful, and provide nectar for bees.

    Pronouns

    • Pronouns replace nouns
    • Subject pronoun examples: I, you, he, she, it, we, they
    • Object pronoun examples: me, you, him, her, it, us, them
    • Possessive pronouns, examples: mine, yours

    Possessive Pronouns

    • The red bag is mine, the blue one is yours.

    Perfect Tense

    • Present Perfect Tense: Used for past actions related to the present
    • Rule: Subject + has/have + verb
    • Past Perfect Tense: Used for past actions before another past action
    • Rule: Subject + had + past participle of the verb
    • Future Perfect Tense: Used for actions that will be completed before a specific time in the future
    • Rule: Subject + will + have + past participle

    Stories

    • Foolish Stag: A stag was proud of his horns but foolish. He got caught by hounds when his horns became entangled in the bushes.
    • The Woodcutter and the Axe: A woodcutter lost his axe. A fairy brought a golden axe and then a silver axe asking if they were his. The woodcutter was honest and kept saying "no". The fairy rewarded him with all three axes.

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    Test your knowledge on Monday's dictation words and Wednesday's vocabulary. This quiz covers definitions, sentence construction, and understanding of various terms related to botany, archaeology, and more. Challenge yourself to remember and apply these words in context!

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