Math
Find the mode: 2, 4, 4, 5, 7
4
Who is the main character in the novel?
Charlie Tangaroa
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter
What is the main purpose of persuasive writing?
To convince or persuade the reader to agree with your opinion.
What does consent mean?
Giving clear permission for something to happen.
Find the median: 3, 5, 7, 8, 10
7
What is the name of the creature Charlie encounters?
Pōnuia
What is the only mammal capable of true flight?
Bat
What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?
A fact can be proven to be true; an opinion is what someone thinks or believes.
Can someone change their mind after giving consent?
Yes. Consent can be withdrawn at any time.
Find the mode: 6, 8, 6, 9, 10, 8, 6
6
Name 5 characters in the novel so far.
Charlie Tangaroa, Robbie, Mum, Grandad, Jenny, Mike,
How many hearts does an octopus have?
3
What is a hook in a persuasive introduction, and name two types of hooks you could use?
A hook is an interesting opening that grabs the reader's attention. Two types are a rhetorical question and a scenario.
Is staying silent the same as saying yes?
No. Silence does not mean consent.
Find the median: 4, 7, 9, 12, 15, 18, 20
12
Name 2 examples of pollution from the novel.
WASTE IN WATER, THE PORT, PLASTIC.
Which country gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States?
France
What is a rhetorical question, and why might a writer use one?
A question that doesn't require an answer. It grabs the reader's attention and encourages them to think about the topic.
Name two signs that someone may not be comfortable or may not be consenting.
They say “no” or “stop”, move away, look uncomfortable, become quiet, or show hesitation.
Find both the mode and median: 3, 5, 5, 7, 8, 8, 8, 10, 12
Mode = 8, Median = 8
Describe the main problem in the novel to this point.
Tangaroa is angry at Tāne and the descendents of Tāne due pollution.
How many bones are there in the adult human body?
206
What should you include in each of your three body paragraphs to make your argument convincing?
One clear reason, an example or evidence, and an explanation of why that reason matters.
You ask a friend if you can borrow their phone. They say, “I guess…” while looking uncomfortable. Should you take it? Explain.
No. Their response is not clear or enthusiastic consent. You should respect their hesitation and not take the phone.