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“Identity”
This is the theme of "I'm Nobody! Who Are You?".
What is an example of the theme that identity comes from within, not from others; it is authentic?
To put an end to; to decrease intensity.
What is the definition of abate?
To overwhelm with amazement; to astonish greatly.
What is astound?
The theme of this poem is how family and identity shape who you are.
(hint: guess what poem this theme is from)
What is the theme of "Where I am from"?
Truthful and straightforward; frank
What is Candid?
"I'd rather be a tall, ugly weed,
clinging on cliffs, like an eagle."
What is an example of a simile?
Abode
What is the place where one lives; home?
To request urgently and fervently; to beg; to implore.
What is beseech?
“I am from the dirt under the back porch”
is an example of both of these literary devices.
What is an example of Metaphor/imagery?
An example of this literary device is “That I dance like I’ve got diamonds.”
What is an example of a simile?
“How dreary – to be – Somebody!/How public – like a Frog.”
What is an example of a metaphor?
To assist or support (someone) in the achievement of a purpose
What is the definition of Abet?
Mild and pleasant (often of weather); soothing; gentle.
What is balmy?
“Like dust, I’ll rise” is an example of this literary device.
What is an example of a Metaphor?
To assist or support (someone) in the achievement of a purpose.
What is Abet?
This is the theme of the poem Identity.
What is an example of the theme "being unique is better than conforming to societal standards"?
An example of this is Cruella Devil, one who contends with or opposes another.
Who is an example of an antagonist
The definition of bungle.
What is to carry out a task clumsily or incompetently; a clumsy mistake?
Still I Rise is an example of this theme.
What is an example of the theme resilience and confidence?
An example of this literary device is in this quote: “I’m from He restoreth my soul.”
What is an example of Allusion
“I'd rather smell of musty, green stench
/than of sweet, fragrant lilac.” is an example of this literary device.
What is an example of Imagery?
In Abigail, Gina's father experiences this by being tortured for information.
(hint: think of the word "this" as a blank that you need to fill in with the right vocab word)
What is an example of Affliction?
This is known as being shrewd, having good judgment, especially in business or practical matters.
What is Canny?
This process is known as writing a theme.
What is this process called: Choose a topic and turn it into a universal statement?
If you want 500 free points, say yes.
What is saying yes?