The parts of speech

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DICTION2 a : a brief expression; especially :

CATCHPHRASE b :

WORD3 : a short musical thought typically two to four measures long closing with a cadence4 : a word or group of words forming a syntactic constituent with a single grammatical function *an adverbial phrase*5 : a series of dance movements comprising a section of a pattern

Slide 48

“Actions Speak Louder Than Words”

Means, some people don’t mean what they say. It is often obvious what is meant.

“Dad says he hates cats – even Juju,” Stewart said.

“But,” Tracy said, “last night, I saw Dad kiss the top of his head.

“Well,” Stewart said, “I think he really loves Juju, well, actions speak louder than words.”

Slide 49

“Beggars, Can’t Be Choosers”

This phrase means if you are needy, don’t be picky even if it isn’t exactly what you want or need.

“I didn’t have time to eat,” Jane said, “and I’m starving! But the only thing left in the cafeteria is yesterdays spinach salad.”

“Beggars can’t be choosers, Jane,” Nicky said, “looks like you’ll actually have to eat something healthy for a change.”

Slide 50

Let Bygones Be Bygones

This means that people should forget about bad feelings towards each other.

“I can’t belive you won’t help me with this science experiment! It means a lot, I’m failing,” Tyron said screaming,”Why won’t you help.”

“Come on, Tyron,” Janine said,”I’ll help you study. There is no sense in being mad. Just Let bygones be bygones.”

Slide 51

Look Before You Leap

Talks about risks we take in life. It means that we should think before acting.

“Mom, Andrew asked me if I want to take over his paper route. Isn’t that a great idea ? Then I could by that new trumpet.”

“I don’t know,” mother said, “ you have music lessons every day after school. Do you really have time. You should Look before you leap.”

Slide 52

One Rotten Apple Spoils The Whole Barrel

Today , you are going to use your text books and do partner notes.

Turn to page 63, it is at the bottom of pg. 63 and pg. 64

Slide 53

A Place for Everything and Everything in its Place

Today , you are going to use your text books and do partner notes.

Turn to pg. 64

You must have a different partner

Slide 54

The Show Must Go On

Means no matter what happens the project must keep going.