Figurative Language
Writing to Inform
Reading With a Purpose
Vocabulary
Random Info
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"Shine bright like a diamond" is an example of what literary device?
Simile
100
What important sentence comes at the end of the introduction of an essay?

Why is this sentence important?

Thesis Statement: It provides the main point of the essay.
100

What does it mean to read through a text briefly to gather a general idea of a text?

Skimming

100

The central message or meaning that the author tries to convey in a piece of literature that relates to everyday life or human experiences. Ex: Love conquers all.

B. Theme

100

Who is the freshman class president?

Van Carter

200
The use of a person, place, thing or event that stands for itself and represents some other meaning, as well. Ex: The American flag or a white dove.
Symbolism
200

How many paragraphs should an extended constructed response ideally have?

4 paragraphs. Introduction, Body 1, Body 2 and a conclusion

200

In Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, which literary device is used when Romeo dies after finding Juliet sleeping under the influence of drugs assuming that she is dead?

Dramatic irony

200

What is the definition of the word, Remonstrated?

To argue

200

Which MLB team won the 2010 World Series?

The San Francisco Giants defeated the Texas Rangers in 5 games, 4-1.

300

"Life is a highway" is an example of what literary device?

Metaphor

300

What does A.C.E stand for?

Answer, Cite evidence, Explain

300

Based on the ending of The Most Dangerous Game, what can we assume about Rainsford's character?

He defeated Rainsford and stopped his hunting career.

300

Words or phrases that appeal to one or more of the five senses. Look, feel, sound, taste, and smell. Ex: The sick sweet smell of the red roses was all I could remember.

A. Imagery

300

Who is the all-time leading scorer in NBA history?

LeBron James

400
"It was the shot heard around the world" is an example of what literary device?
Hyperbole
400

What are the three main components of an argumentative essay?

Claim, Supporting Reasons and Evidence

400

The overall feeling or atmosphere of a text is called the what?

The Mood

400

The definition of a word that is attached to an emotional context.

Connotation

400

How do you spell Coach Shig's name?

Shigematsu

500

The literary device that expresses something other than, or the exact opposite, of the literal meaning. Usually done in a humorous or satirical manner

Irony

500
This phrase should never be used in an expository essay A. __________ is important because B. Without a doubt people should _____________ C. Have you ever _________________
What is C. Have you ever _________?
500
What is a character foil?
A character that contrasts with another character to highlight specific character traits.


Ex: Joker to the Batman

500

List 3 words that can better describe the mood of a text that is "negative."

(answers vary)

500

Who was the batter that Nolan Ryan struck out when he secured the all-time strikeouts record?

Brad Mills of the Montreal Expos, 1983

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