Taking Action
What are five elements of a plot?
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax,Falling Action and Resolution
Define the term "narrative perspective".
Narrative perspective is the point of view from which a story is told.
What is argumentative essay? What key elements does it have?
The author expresses a position or an opinion and provide supporting evidence. Key elements: Claim, Support(statistic, data etc), Counterclaim
Name one nonfiction text from this unit.
“Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed” by Ray Bradbury.
What are the graphical elements in a poem?
Stanzas, line breaks, punctuation, line length, capitalization,font
Icarus flew higher and higher because he___________
was overtaken by the thrill that came from flying freely.
What is the narrator's point of view in "Heartbeat"?
first person
What is a simile? Identify a simile from Missisippi Solo
A simile compares two things using “like” or “as.”
"...the first sprinkles passed over like army scouts."
What is the main idea of "Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed"?
Humans begin to transform into Martians, both physically and emotionally, suggesting how environments affect identity.
What are main tyes of text organizations?(list min 3)
Chronological Order / Sequence
Cause and Effect
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
List three conflicts in "Women Aviation."
Charecter Vs Society; race, gender, langauge and money
Give us three examples that the author used to prove that cameras lie.
an eagle snatching a kid (math calculations)
people using fake shake
continuity
Which figurative language is used in the poem" Drought"?
Line 7 and 8 : left the soil nothing but a trust that time will make a friend out of the rain
PERSONIFICATION
In "Martian Metropolis", the author uses________and ____________ to underline important information.
references and acknowledgments
According to the article, how do game designers use psychology to keep players engaged?
Designers use rewards, challenges, and levels to keep players motivated. They understand how the brain responds to success and failure to keep the game fun and addictive.
What motivates the protagonist to take action? (Thank you ma'am)
She is motivated by a desire to help someone and to prove she can take action.
What are folk tale elements? List three
It has humour, moral lesson, trickster/clever character,magical/unreal events, cultural values
How does imagery enhance the reader's experience in one of the poems?
Imagery helps readers see, hear, or feel nature, enhancing emotional connection.
Analyze the use of foreshadowing in "Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed".
Clues like the strange food, changing eye color, and the settlers' unease hint at what’s to come
What does the conflict between Elijah and his teammates reveal about his character?
It reveals that Elijah struggles with trusting others and wants control, but he must grow emotionally and learn the value of cooperation.
How does the author's organization of the news story contribute to the author's purpose?
BONUS QUESTION(10 points):
What is author's purpose? (There are 3 or 4)
It informs readers of the sequence of events.
Think about the play "The Governess" that you have watched. What are some stage craft elements they use when producing this play?
Costume design, setting and scenery, props, ,make up, light, music,sound effect, gestures and facial expressions
Interprete the symbolism found in "Sleeping in the Forest" (What do you think sleeping the forest symbolize?)
In “Sleeping in the Forest,” the forest symbolizes peace, rest, or escape from daily life.
Why does the author use repetition in "Challanges for Space Exploration"?
it emphasize the idea of going space and excitement that people have felt about exploring space.
How does the author use poetic techniques like repetition and line breaks to emphasize emotion and key moments?(The Crossover)
Repetition and line breaks slow the pace and highlight intense emotions, helping the reader feel Josh’s excitement, anger, or sadness in the moment.