Unit 1: Spoken word poetry
She was as brave as a lion. What device is used?
Simile
What does the H stand for in MR HELPER
High modality language
Write an example of an oxymoron
Bittersweet
Deafening silence
Living dead
Clearly confused
Act naturally
Jumbo shrimp
Original copy
Pretty ugly
Which part of speech describes an action?
Verb
Which country has appeared in every FIFA World Cup tournament?
Answer: Brazil
Which French dessert literally means "burnt cream"?
Answer: Crème brûlée
I’ve told you a million times! What device is that?
Hyperbole
Why is repetition used in persuasive writing or speaking?
To emphasize an idea and make it memorable.
Give an example of high modality language
High Modality Verbs: must, will, need to, have to, and shall
High Modality Adverbs: Definitely, certainly, always and undoubtedly.
High Modality Sentences:
We must take action now.
This solution will save lives.
You have to understand the consequences.
She clearly deserves the award.
It is absolutely essential to reduce pollution.
What kind of animal is Aslan in The Chronicles of Narnia?
Lion
Which country won the Women's FIFA World Cup in 2023?
Answer: Spain
Which country is famous for the fermented cabbage dish called sauerkraut?
Answer: Germany
What is an oxymoron?
A phrase combining two opposite ideas
What is emotive language?
Words or phrases that create an emotional response in the audience.
Give an example of anaphora.
“I have a dream that one day...
I have a dream that my four little children...
I have a dream today.” – Martin Luther King Jr.
What is the most commonly used letter in the English alphabet?
E
Which player has appeared in the most FIFA World Cup tournaments?
Cristiano Ronaldo (6 tournaments, 2006–2026)
Which country has the highest number of restaurants awarded three Michelin stars?
Answer: France
What is anaphora?
Anaphora is a figurative language device where a word or phrase is repeated at the beginning of consecutive sentences, phrases, or clauses. It is often used in poetry, speeches, and writing to create emphasis, rhythm, and emotional effect.
What is Pathos
Pathos is a persuasive technique that appeals to the audience’s emotions
Give an example of Logos
Example:
"Studies show that recycling one ton of paper saves 17 trees and 26,000 liters of water.
What’s the name of the girl who falls down a rabbit hole into a strange world?
Alice
Who won the Golden Boot after scoring eight goals?
Answer: Kylian Mbappé
Which South American country is famous for ceviche?
Answer: Peru
What is synecdoche?
A part used to represent the whole.
What is Logos?
Answer: Logic, facts, and evidence.
Write an example of irony.
A fire station burns down.
A pilot is afraid of heights.
The police station gets robbed.
A traffic cop gets his license suspended for unpaid parking tickets.
A post about how useless social media is goes viral on social media.
Write one character from the King of Shadows play you studied last year.
Nathan Field (Nat), William Shakespeare, Gil Warmun, Richard Burbage, Arby (Mr. Arby), Rachel Levin or Harry.
How many stadiums were used during the Qatar World Cup?
8
Which country is the birthplace of the sandwich, according to its name?
Answer: England
What is Euphemism?
A polite phrase used in place of something harsh.
What is Ethos
Ethos is a persuasive technique that appeals to credibility, character, or trustworthiness.
Write an example of a Euphemism.
Passed away
Let go
Between jobs
Put to sleep
Using the restroom
Previously owned
In Percy Jackson and the Olympians, what is the name of the camp where they train?
Camp Half-Blood
What was the score in the 2022 World Cup final after extra time?
3–3
What is the world's most expensive spice by weight?
Answer: Saffron
Which performance technique involves deliberately pausing before or after an important line to create impact?
Answer: A dramatic pause.
1. What rhetorical technique is being used in the sentence:
"If we don't act now, our planet will become uninhabitable."
Answer: Fear appeal
Give an example of a Gothic horror convention
What is the longest book ever published in the world?
In Search of Lost Time by Marcel Proust.
How many goals were scored across the entire 2022 World Cup, setting a tournament record?
Answer: 172
Which country consumes the most chocolate per person in the world?
Answer: Switzerland