Their Eyes Were Watching God
What metaphor does Janie often associate with her dreams and desires, introduced early in the novel?
The blossoming pear tree.
How many kids does Mrs. Belisle have?
two
What event sparks the initial suspicions of witchcraft in Salem at the beginning of the play?
The girls dancing in the forest and one of them, Betty Parris, falling ill.
In The Mandalorian on Disney+, what is the real name of the creature often referred to by fans as “Baby Yoda”?
Grogu
How many school years has Ms. Hippert been working at HCSS?
2 1/2 or 3! I joined HCSS the spring of 22-23 as a Paraprofessional.
What where the names of Janie's three husbands?
Logan, Joe, and Tea Cake.
What does Mr. Fanning drink on the daily?
Bai
What motivates Abigail Williams to accuse Elizabeth Proctor of witchcraft?
Her desire to be with John Proctor and remove Elizabeth as an obstacle.
In The Bear on Hulu, what is the profession of the main character, Carmy, before he returns to run his family's sandwich shop?
a fine-dining chef
What is Ms. Hippert's college minor?
Theater
What is Tea Cake's actual name?
Vergible Woods
What is Mr. Yasar's favorite math activity?
Sage and scribe
How does Arthur Miller (the author of the play) use the character of John Proctor to explore the theme of integrity?
Proctor’s internal struggle between preserving his reputation and telling the truth leads to his ultimate choice to sacrifice his life rather than falsely confess, reclaiming his sense of honor.
In Stranger Things Season 4, what is the name of the Dungeons & Dragons villain the characters associate with the new Upside Down threat?
Vecna
What did Ms. Hippert almost double-major in in college?
Graphic Design and Photography
What part was left out of the movie version of Their Eyes Were Watching God from chapter 19 of the novel?
The courtroom scene where Janie is tried for the murder of Tea Cake.
Who's classroom is room 148?
What is the significance of the poppet (doll) found in the Proctor household, and how is it used to manipulate the court?
It serves as false evidence of witchcraft, planted by Abigail to frame Elizabeth Proctor and convince the court she used it to harm Abigail through voodoo.
This reality series, originally from the UK, features contestants who must pair up to stay in a luxurious villa, while facing public votes, dramatic recouplings, and surprise eliminations.
Love Island
How many times has Ms. Hippert been awarded "Teacher of the Month"?
Analyze how the use of frame narrative—Janie telling her story to Pheoby—serves a broader feminist purpose in the structure of the novel.
It reclaims female agency through storytelling, challenges dominant narratives by centering a Black woman’s voice, and turns personal experience into communal wisdom?
What was your first graded assignment for ELA for Q4?
Edpuzzle: Intro to the Harlem Renaissance
How does The Crucible function as an allegory for McCarthyism, and what does this reveal about Miller’s message regarding mass hysteria and political persecution?
It draws parallels between the Salem witch trials and the Red Scare, critiquing how fear and ideology can override justice and destroy lives when individuals are pressured to conform or name names.
This groundbreaking animated series created by Pendleton Ward features a boy and his dog in a post-apocalyptic. The show blends surreal humor, complex mythology, and themes of loss and heroism.
Adventure Time
What famous character has Ms. Hippert played on stage as an actress? (there is both a movie and play that this character appears in)
Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz
Fun fact: When I was younger I wanted to play Dorothy on Broadway.