OMAM
Odyssey
DOL
Literary Terms
Writing Process
100

Which character in OMAM displays a Napolean complex?

Curley

100

What are 2 Greek values displayed in the Odyssey?

hospitality, honor, respect of Gods, observance of fate, family and loyalty

100
What does each letter of the FANBOYS acronym stand for? 

For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So

100

What is theme or message?

In literature, a theme is a central idea, message, or insight that the author explores and develops throughout a work of fiction or non-fiction. Themes are universal concepts that transcend the specific details of the story and resonate with readers on a deeper level.

100

What the name of the first sentence of your essay?

Hook

200

Provide 2 examples of foreshadowing in the text

1. Lennie killing mice, then puppies, then Curley's wife. 

2. Candy regrets not shooting his dog himself, George shoots Lennie himself

3. George begins by telling Lennie where to hide, which is where the story ends

200

Name 2 examples of movies or stories (beyond the Odyssey) which characterize the hero's journey

Moana, Finding Nemo, the Lion King, The Goonies, the Hunger Games..

200

What kind of conjunction takes an independent clause and turns it into a dependent clause? (and provide 2 examples.)

Subordinating conjunction

200

What is the difference between direct and indirection characterization?

Direct characterization occurs when the author explicitly tells the reader about a character's traits or personality.

Indirect characterization occurs when the author reveals a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, dialogue, appearance, or how other characters perceive them. Rather than explicitly stating.

200

How is a works cited formatted?

Last, separate page.. "Works Cited" center, entries start below in alphabetical order

300
What is naturalism?

A literary movement based in the idea of a harsh reality. Naturalist writers sought to depict life as it is, often focusing on the harsh realities of human existence and the influence of external forces beyond individual control.

300

Provide 3 examples of Archetypes in the Odyssey (the character, and which archetype they characterize)

Odysseus -- epic hero

Circe -- temptress

Scylla -- villain

300

What is parallel structure?

grammatical and rhetorical device where parts of a sentence or a series of sentences have a similar grammatical structure

300

which literary term is the atmosphere or emotional tone created by the author's choice of language, imagery, setting, and other narrative elements

mood

300

What do you call it wen you "work" or "flow" your quote into your writing?

Integration / Integrating

400

Provide 3 examples of symbols in OMAM.

The farm, Lennie's puppy, the red dress / Curley's wife's hair, the rabbits, Candy's dog, the river..

400

What is the final step of the hero's journey?

"Return with the Elixir" or "The Return."

400

What punctuation mark is used after introductory phrases to separate them from the main clause?

comma

400

What is the difference between Obj vs. subject pronouns?

Subject pronouns are performing an action, Object pronouns are receiving an action

400

What should you do after putting a quote in your essay?

Cite it and analyze

500
Provide an example of a message or theme of the novel.

The American Dream, Friendship and Loneliness, Prejudice and Discrimination, The Fragility of Dreams, The Nature of Power

500

Who are the 2 main 'evil' suitors in the Odyssey?

Antinous and Eurymachus

500

What is the term for a sentence construction where the subject of the sentence is acted upon by the verb rather than performing the action?

Passive voice

500

What is the difference between a monologue and a soliloquy?

A monologue is a character speaking to others, a soliloquy is a character speaking to themself

500

What is the correct order for the heading on the top left of the first page of your essay?

Your Name

Teacher's Name

Class Name

Due Date

Assignment Name

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