Short Stories
In "Seventh Grade," what is Victor hoping will happen on the first day of school?
He hopes Teresa will notice him and like him.
What job is Jonas assigned?
Receiver of Memory.
Who delivered the conservation speech?
Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Who is the narrator?
Ponyboy Curtis.
What should a thesis statement do?
Introduce the topic and main points.
In "Fish Cheeks," why is Amy embarrassed during dinner?
She is embarrassed by her family's Chinese customs in front of Robert and his family.
What color does Jonas see first?
Red from the apple.
What natural resources does Roosevelt discuss protecting?
Forests, soil, iron, water, or wildlife.
What are the two rival groups?
The Greasers and the Socs.
In an argumentative essay, what is a counterclaim?
An opposing viewpoint.
In "Two Brothers," what choice does each brother make when they find the treasure?
One chooses a quiet life while the other chooses wealth and adventure.
What is "release" actually revealed to be?
A form of euthanasia/killing.
What is the central idea of the speech?
Americans must conserve natural resources for future generations.
Who tells Ponyboy to "Stay gold"?
Johnny.
What are the five basic plot elements on a plot diagram?
Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution.
What theme is revealed in "Fish Cheeks"?
Be proud of your culture and identity.
Why does Jonas decide to leave the community?
He realizes the community lacks freedom, love, and real human experiences.
What created a huge change in how America and other countries used resources?
The Industrial Revolution OR the railroad
What does the sunset symbolize in the novel?
That people are more alike than different.
In "A Christmas Carol" describe Scrooge's character arc.
Starts out selfish and miserly. He ends generous and caring.
How does Victor's lie about knowing French affect the plot of "Seventh Grade"?
It creates the story's main conflict and embarrassment, leading to his realization about honesty.
What theme does Lois Lowry develop through Jonas's experiences?
Freedom and individuality are worth the pain that comes with them.
Why does Roosevelt believe conservation is a national responsibility?
Because resources belong to all Americans and future generations depend on them.
What theme is developed through the experiences of the Greasers and Socs?
Social divisions can hide shared human experiences.
How can structure contribute to a poem's meaning?
It can emphasize ideas, create rhythm, build mood, or shape how readers interpret the poem.