Little House Facts
In which state did Little House in the Big Woods take place?
Wisconsin
A comparison using like or as. Ex: The water was like a mirror.
simile
What are the names of Despereaux's mother, father, sister, and brother?
Antoinette, Lester, Merlot, & Furlough
A journey or adventure
quest
Which classroom did you start the day in on most Thursdays this year?
Your homeroom
What did Laura collect on the beach that tore her pocket?
stones
A figurative comparison between two things. Ex: The snow is a blanket over the countryside.
metaphor
What is the Kingdome called?
The Kingdom of Dor
to give comfort is to give...
solace
What are the names of the 3 classroom pets in Ms. Johnson's room?
Sharky, Snorlax, & Goldie
Who did Laura dance with at the big Dance at Grandpa's?
Uncle George
Assigning the traits of a person to a thing or place that is not a person.
personification
How old is Mig when she is sold by her father?
6 years old
If a smell fills and spreads through a room, it ... the room.
permeates
What colors are the curtains in Mrs. Herman's room?
blue and white
In what time period did Little House in the Big Woods take place? Ex: 1450s
1870s
What do we call an dramatically exaggerated statement? Ex: He's as old as the hills!
hyperbole
What does Mig say in place of "Oh my God!"?
"Gor!"
To be passionate is to be...
fervent
What does is mean when Ms. Johnson says, "We'll cross that bridge when we get there?"
We'll figure it out later.
What is the 1st story within a story that Pa tells Laura & Mary?
"Grandpa and the Panther"
A smaller story within a story, often told by a character within the larger story.
Embedded Narrative
What is the Threadmaster's name?
Hovis
A grave betrayal or serious breaking of trust is called...
perfidy
What is Ms. Johnson's favorite color?
yellow