Classroom Expectations
What is the first thing you should do when you enter Ms. Griffin's room?
Your bellringer/opener.
What is a fear of spiders called?
Arachnophobia
What is the main purpose of analyzing how a specific paragraph fits into the overall structure of a text?
a. To count the number of words in the paragraph
b. To identify grammar mistakes
c. To understand how it contributes to the main ideas
d. To determine the paragraph's length
c. To understand how it contributes to the main ideas
The news of the team's victory spread through the school like wildfire.
What is the impact of using "like wildfire" in this sentence?
A. It suggests the news traveled slowly
B. It emphasizes how quickly the news spread
C. It implies the news was dangerous
D. It indicates the news was false
B. It emphasizes how quickly the news spread
How many siblings does Ms. Griffin have?
One Brother
What will Ms. Griffin say if you do something out of pocket?
Absolutely not
How can you identify supporting details that convey the central idea?
a. Look for information that repeatedly appears or is emphasized
b. Count the number of paragraphs in the text
c. Find the longest sentences
d. Identify all proper nouns
a. Look for information that repeatedly appears or is emphasized
The computer's motherboard is the heart of the system, controlling all basic functions."
What type of meaning does this use of "heart" represent?
A. A literal blood-pumping organ
B. A valentine shape
C. The central controlling component
D. The emotional center
C. The central controlling component
How does analyzing a specific chapter's structure help readers understand a story better?
a. It only focuses on character descriptions
b. It reveals how different parts work together to develop the story
c. It tells readers what happens at the end
d. It only shows the author's writing style
b. It reveals how different parts work together to develop the story
What is Ms. Griffin's favorite color?
Purple
(Lilac for Bonus)
Who is responsible for getting you your missing work?
You (The Student!)
Which statement best explains how an author develops a narrator's point of view?
A. By only describing the physical setting of the story
B. Through the narrator's thoughts, feelings, and observations
C. By using many different characters to tell the story
D. Through dialogue between characters only
B. Through the narrator's thoughts, feelings, and observations
The ancient oak tree's branches stretched toward the sky like gnarled fingers reaching for the clouds."
What is the meaning of "gnarled" as used in this passage?
A. Smooth and straight
B. Twisted and knotted
C. Young and flexible
D. Short and stubby
B. Twisted and knotted
When listening to an audiobook versus reading the text, what element might affect comprehension?
a. The length of the book
b. The narrator's interpretation of character voices
c. The number of characters
d. The complexity of the vocabulary
b. The narrator's interpretation of character voices
What is Ms. Griffin's favorite anime?
Jujutsu Kaisen
Your priority should always be doing your ______
Best
What effect does an unreliable narrator typically have on a story?
A. It makes the story more factual and trustworthy
B. It creates confusion about what really happened
C. It removes all suspense from the story
D. It makes the story easier to understand
B. It creates confusion about what really happened
What is the central idea of the passage below?
"The library was about to close due to budget cuts. The students organized a read-a-thon, raising awareness and funds. Their efforts showed the whole city how valuable the library was to the community.
A. Libraries need more funding
B. Students enjoy reading books
C. Community action can create positive change
D. Read-a-thons are good fundraisers
C. Community action can create positive change
The mountain loomed ahead, its peak hidden in swirling clouds. Emily adjusted her backpack and checked her gear one last time. She had trained for months for this climb, but doubt still nagged at her mind. "I can do this," she whispered to herself, taking the first step forward.
Which sentence best establishes the internal conflict of the character?
A. "The mountain loomed ahead, its peak hidden in swirling clouds."
B. "Emily adjusted her backpack and checked her gear one last time."
C. "She had trained for months for this climb, but doubt still nagged at her mind."
D. "I can do this," she whispered to herself, taking the first step forward."
C. "She had trained for months for this climb, but doubt still nagged at her mind."
Where did Ms. Griffin go to college?
University of Memphis
You should respect your teacher, your peers, and ____
yourself!
What is the difference between a summary and a personal response?
a. A summary includes your feelings about the text, while a personal response states facts
b. A summary is longer than a personal response
c. A summary presents key ideas objectively, while a personal response includes opinions
d. They are exactly the same thing
c. A summary presents key ideas objectively, while a personal response includes opinions
The old oak tree in the park had survived countless storms, providing shade for generations of families. When developers wanted to cut it down, the whole town came together to protect it.
Which detail BEST supports the central idea of community unity?
A. The tree's age and size
B. The developers' plans
C. The whole town's collective action
D. The tree providing shade
C. The whole town's collective action
When comparing reading a poem to listening to it being performed, what unique element does the audio version provide?
a. The exact meaning of all words
b. The poet's intended tone and emphasis through voice
c. A complete understanding of the metaphors
d. The ability to pause and reflect
b. The poet's intended tone and emphasis through voice
In what month will Ms. Griffin's baby be born?
November