Heaven Party of 5
Why do we read?
To experience different perspectives and have that human connection through time and space
Define a hero?
• Usually the main character
• Noble and virtuous
• Has outstanding achievements
What are the last names of the 2 feuding families?
Montagues and the Capulets
Define the genres-
Non-fiction-
Speculative Fiction-
Realistic Fiction-
Dystopian-
Non-fiction- focuses on factual information, real events, and actual people
Speculative Fiction- fiction exploring "what if" scenarios, impossible worlds, or hypothetical futures
Realistic Fiction-a genre of literature composed of stories that, while imagined, could actually happen to real people or animals in a modern or contemporary setting
Dystopian- explores social and political structures through a dark, fictional, or real society that is thoroughly corrupted and beyond redemption
What is Mrs. Smith's new last name going to be next year?
Elwert
Who is the first person Eddie meets when he gets to heaven?
The Blue Man
The Princess Bride could be considered to be what sub-genre of fantasy?
Fairytale
Romantasy
Adventure
High Fantasy
How old are Romeo and Juliet?
Juliet is 13
We do not know Romeo's age
Identify the figurative language in this sentence.
This game of English Jeopardy is going to be a piece of cake!
"Piece of cake"
Idiom
What colleges did Mrs. Smith attend and which one is she currently attending?
Lehigh Carbon Community College - Associates
Kutztown University - Bachelors
Southern New Hampshire - Masters
Who is the author of The Five People You Meet in Heaven?
Name the archetype from the definition-
Loyal helper who supports the hero in tough times, providing both strength and heart.
Sidekick
Fill in the missing words of the famous line-
"What's in a _____? That which we call a ____, by any other word would smell as sweet"
Name
Rose
What were the two environmental issues you read about in "The Sea Also Rises" and "Lee Sherman and the Toxic Louisiana Bayou"
Sea levels rising on the East Coast due to Climate Change, and water pollution due companies disregard for safety.
How many siblings does Ms. Smith have?
Gender of sibling required
Older or younger?
1 younger sister
What was one of the themes of The Five People You Meet in Heaven?
Forgiveness (letting go of anger)
Sacrifice
Enduring love
Finding meaning in ordinary life
What is the name of the step in the heroes journey where the initial event or situation that disrupts the hero's normal life and compels them to embark on a new journey.
The Call to Adventure
Why does Romeo not want to fight Tybalt and who ended up fighting in his place?
He said they were family and Mercutio
What is voice or style in a story?
The unique style, personality, or perspective that a writer brings to their work
When did Mrs. Smith get married? (Exact date required)
4/25/2026
What did Eddie's final version of heaven look like and who is he waiting to teach?
The Ferris wheel at Ruby Pier with Marguerite and Annie
What is the fatal flaw of most great Greek myth heroes including Jason, and Achilles
Hubris
What is the name of Romeo's ex-girlfriend who he gets over surprisingly quickly?
Rosaline
Who or what was the main character of the short story "There Will Come Soft Rains" and how did it end?
The House
The house burned itself down and the AI kept working.
What is Mrs. Smith's favorite thing to teach you all this year?
Romeo & Juliet