Figurative Language
"Shine bright like a diamond" is an example of what literary device?
Simile
An important sentence that 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.
Which of these sentences is an opinion about the tragedy Romeo and Juliet? A. The feud is ended, but it is an act that only the death of their children could make happen. B. Moments later, Juliet wakes up to find Romeo dead C. Audiences will watch the entire play, hoping that something will be done so that the lovers can be saved D. It is stated that there are two households of equal status in Verona, Italy
C. Audiences will watch the entire play, hoping that something will be done so that the lovers can be saved
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 A. Thesis B. Theme C. Allusion
B. Theme
What should your expository/informative ECR include?
A. Symbolism, Theme, Thesis B. Thesis, Transitions, Introduction, Body, Conclusion C. Theme, Introduction, Transitions
B. Thesis, Transitions, Introduction, Body, Conclusion
In Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, which literary device is used when Romeo kills himself after he finds Juliet sleeping under the influence of drugs assuming that she is dead? A. Dramatic irony B. Verbal irony C. Oxymoron D. Situational irony
A. Dramatic irony
As the weekend progressed, our relationship did not improve, and I was out of ideas. Phoebe even convinced her friends to embark on a personal voyage to “get me.” As a result, I spent the getaway with a target on my back and there wasn’t anything I could do to fix it. Identify the Mood within above passage? A. Convinced B. Confused C. Defeated D. Disappointed
C. Defeated
After Daniel did his chores, he played video games. The above is an example of a/an: A. Sentence Fragment B. Comma Splice C. Run-On Sentence D. Complete Sentence
D. Complete Sentence
"It was the shot heard around the world" is an example of what literary device?
Hyperbole
Which transition CANNOT be used to start a first body paragraph? A. For example B. Furthermore C. Clearly
B. Furthermore
The five models that help you organize your structure such as sequence, description, cause and effect, and compare and contrast.
What are organizational writing structures.
"The old woman staggered out with the enormous pack on her shoulders, which covered her completely. At first she swayed, heading out into the forest, where the air was filled with dusty white whirlwinds of snow, like goblins dancing in the cold. She disappeared, and Mother sighed and prayed for her safety." Identify the mood within the above passage? A. Staggering B. Cold C. Prayerful D. Anxious
D. Anxious
What is the meaning of infer or inference? A. Summarizing B. Drawing conclusions, a logical guess, what you can tell from a piece of literature C. Meaning of the story
B. Drawing conclusions, a logical guess, what you can tell from a piece of literature
"Life is a highway; I wanna ride it All night long..." "Life is a highway" is an example of ___________.
metaphor
What is included in an argumentative essay but not in an informative/expository essay? A. Facts & Direct Quotes B. Counter-claim & Rebuttal C. Compare & Contrast
B.Counter-claim & Rebuttal
What can we infer about the character from the following quote?
"Matilda is a special child," Mrs. Wimbly said with a stern glare in Matilda's direction, "it won't happen again."
A. Mrs. Wimbly is Matilda's aunt
B. Mrs. Wimbly is disappointed in Matilda's actions
C. Mrs. Wimbly hates getting in trouble
D. Matilda is a special child
B. Mrs. Wimbly is disappointed in Matilda
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 B. Diction C. Personification
A. Imagery
In drama, we often know something about a character or situation that the other characters on stage do not know.
What is dramatic irony?
A statement that gives human traits to inanimate objects. Ex: The sun shared a warm smile.
What is Personification?
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 _________?
Ex: Joker to the Batman
List 3 words that can better describe the mood of a text that is "negative."
(answers vary)
A conflict within a person and his or her conscience or emotions.
What is internal conflict (person v. self)?