Plot
What is "how slow or quickly the story moves?"
Pacing
Write one example of a Simile.
The example must be a comparison using "like" or "as"!
A. Direct Characterization
B. Indirect Characterization
Indirect Characterization
Which of the following should NOT be included in a summary?
A. Main Characters
B. Most Important Details
C. Reader's Opinion
D. Written in Your Own Words
C. Reader's Opinion
What is the most exciting, intense part of the story called?
Hint: "The Turning Point"
Climax
Read the following statement:
The sky roared as I drove home through the storm.
What kind of figurative language is used here?
A. Simile
B. Imagery
C. Personification
D. Hyperbole
Personification
Read the following:
Ms. Hannah slammed the door shut as we returned from lunch, scowled at the class, then crossed her arms as she waited for us to take our seats.
Part A: What can you infer about Ms. Hannah in this sentence?
Part B: Is this direct or indirect characterization?
Ms. Hannah is mad.
Indirect Characterization.
What are the details that are used to support a claim called? (NOT "Supporting Details")
What is the main problem in a story called?
Conflict
Write an example of hyperbole on your whiteboards.
The example must be an exaggeration.
One member of your group: Describe yourself using DIRECT characterization.
The answer must DIRECTLY describe the member.
What does the RA in a RACES paragraph stand for?
Restate the question, Answer the Question
Read the following excerpt:
"Mamacita is the big mama of the man across the street, third-floor front. Rachel says her name ought to be Mamasota, but I think that´s mean.
The man saved his money to bring her here. He saved and saved because she was alone with the baby boy in that country. He worked two jobs. He came home late and he left early. Every day."
What part of the plot does this excerpt make up?
A: Climax
B: Exposition
C: Falling Action
Exposition
What figurative language strategy creates an picture in your mind?
Imagery
Complete the STEAL Chart:
Says
T
E
A
Looks
Says
Thinks
Effects
Acts
Looks
Write a CLAIM that is supported by the following EVIDENCE:
"Trials measure that stress is reduced by 33% when workers receive a 3 day weekend."
We should be allowed to have a 3 day weekend.
What is always included in the end of a story, after the conflict of the story has ended?
Resolution
Read the following line:
"All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players..."
What figurative language strategy is being used?
Metaphor
One member in your group: Describe yourself using INDIRECT Characterization.
The description should require the reader to INFER something about the member.
Which of the following is MOST important for a summary of "No Speak English" by Sandra Cisneros?
A. Mamacita wants to maintain her language and culture.
B. Mamacita spends most of her time looking out the window of her apartment.
C. The apartment building is crowded and noisy.
D. Esperanza thinks Mamacita has a beautiful singing voice.
A. Mamacita wants to maintain her language and culture.