Nouns and Phrases

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is focused on the practice of creating assonance, which is the repetition of vowel sounds within words in close proximity. The task for the students is to add a noun after each adjective listed (from 1 to 16) in a way that the adjective and noun pair have assonance. The adjectives are varied, ranging from “hot” to “wonky.” After creating these assonant pairs, students are then instructed to select four of their created phrases and use each in a sentence that further employs assonance.

The worksheet aims to enhance students’ understanding of assonance by actively engaging them in the process of creating assonant word pairs. It helps students practice how to pair nouns with adjectives to form phrases with similar vowel sounds, thereby reinforcing their grasp of assonance. By then using these phrases in full sentences, students learn to incorporate poetic devices into their writing. The exercise also promotes creativity and a deeper appreciation for the sound of words, which is essential for language arts and poetry studies.