In a dictionary, thesaurus, encyclopedia, or other resource
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What is code switching? Must provide an example.
The ability to change your use of language and behavior based on a unique situation.
EX: Peer to Peer vs. Classroom Behavior & Speech
100
What are the 4 elements of APESv?
Answer, Prove, Explain, Societal Veiw
200
In the text, who says "I have a lot to learn about women. I was really dumb"...
Ben
200
What is the difference between the resolution and conclusion of a story?
Resolution- resolving the conflict
Conclusion- ending without the central conflict being solved.
200
True/False
The connotation of a word can have different meanings based on the person using the word.
True
200
What are the 3 types of codeswitching?
Informal (slang & ebonics), Semi-Formal, Formal
200
To Prove, you must provide ______________
Relevant textual evidence to support the answer.
300
How is Pam different from other girls Ben had encountered?
She was ladylike and did not use him to gain entry to parties with popular football players
300
Name the 4 elements of non linear plot. You must be able to explain 2 of the elements.
Flashback- interjected scene from the past (memory), Foreshadowing- hinting at what is to come (deja vu), Sub Plot- minor plot in addition to central conflict, & Parallel Plot- two or more equally important plots.
300
Connotation:
Place the following words in order by degree (positive to negative)
ugly, not attractive, hideous
(Denotation of the above words is unpleasant to look at)
Not attractive, ugly, hideous
300
Name 2 rules of formal language.
Use proper grammar, proper punctuation, proper spelling, appropriate vocabulary, omit slang, and type document
300
The text to text connection is the ____________ element and the text to real world connection is the ______________ element.
Explain, Societal View
400
What is the reason for Ben not being in Stevie's life?
Al wanted to marry Pam and to be Stevie's dad. He did not want Ben to come around them anymore.
400
True/False
The following are central parts to a story:Theme, Setting,Characters, Conflict, &Point of View
True
400
The word cheap has a _____________ connotation
negative
400
True/False
Keys to a successful presentation include being confident, clear, concise, Connecting with your audience by making them laugh, and using short verbal pauses.
False. Making the audience laugh is not required
400
Explain the process for answering questions...
Give an example of a question and answer that question
When answering questions, it is important to use the same language of the question.
What does the author convey? The author conveys...
500
What social issues can teens related to from reading this text? You must name 2.
Teen pregnancy, peer pressure, decision making, parent-child communication
500
What are the 2 types of conflict? Name them
External
Character vs. Character
Character vs. Nature
Character vs. Society
Internal
Character vs. Self
500
Give a positive connotation for skinny
Possible answers:
Thin, small frame, lean, slender, slim
500
The following excerpt is an example of which type of code switching?
Good morning yall. How was your weekend? I attended the Drake vs. Lil Wayne concert in the Woodlands. It was fantastic. I am glad that I was able to attend.
Semi-formal.
500
Explain the societal view element.
Societal view is connecting the overall theme / importance to a real life situation or how society can be affected by the situation discussed in the text.