Vocabulary Classical Roots
The word omnipresent uses the root omnis. What does omnipresent mean?
Present everywhere at once
How does the conch shell losing its power symbolize the boys’ descent into savagery?
It shows that they no longer value order, rules, or civilized discussion
How does Elie’s silence after his father's death show a change in him?
It shows emotional numbness and the loss of connection to humanity and hope
What is one way to test whether your hook is effective?
Ask whether it grabs interest and connects clearly to your thesis topic
Identify the error: “Each of the students have completed their essays.”
Subject-verb agreement: “Each” is singular, so it should be “has completed.”
The word minuscule shares a root with minuo. What deeper meaning does the root reveal about the word?
It means extremely small, because the root means "to lessen"
What does Roger’s character reveal about unchecked power and human nature?
That without consequences, people like Roger may become cruel and violent
What is significant about the repeated symbol of fire in Night?
Fire, normally warming, is used to destroy—representing twisted power and horror
How can poor topic sentences confuse a reader?
They can make the paragraph seem off-topic or disconnected from the thesis
Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly?
A) She likes hiking, to swim, and biking.
B) She likes hiking, swimming, and biking.
B – All verbs are in the same -ing form
The word contradict shares a Latin root with nego, negare. How does the word’s meaning reflect the root?
To say the opposite or deny something—matching the meaning "to deny"
What is ironic about the naval officer rescuing the boys at the end?
He represents order and civilization but is also a soldier involved in a war—suggesting adults are also savage
Why is Madame Schächter’s vision of fire important, even though people think she’s mad?
Because it foreshadows the crematoriums and suggests a prophetic warning no one listens to
Why should a thesis statement avoid just summarizing the topic?
Because it needs to take a clear stance and guide the argument, not just describe the subject
Choose the correctly punctuated sentence:
A) After dinner we’ll read, and then go to bed.
B) After dinner, we’ll read and then go to bed.
B – Comma after the introductory phrase; no comma before “and then”
Based on its Latin root texo, what does the word context literally suggest?
Something “woven together,” referring to the surrounding text or situation
What is the deeper meaning behind Simon’s encounter with the Lord of the Flies?
It symbolizes a confrontation with evil within, showing that the “beast” is part of them
How does the relationship between Elie and his father highlight the theme of survival vs. loyalty?
They try to survive while staying together, showing the emotional cost of choosing loyalty in a brutal system
Why is quote explanation just as important as the quote itself in body paragraphs?
Because the explanation shows your analysis and how the quote supports your argument
Choose the correctly punctuated sentence:
A) The students who studied hard, earned high scores.
B) The students who studied hard earned high scores.
C) The students, who studied hard, earned high scores.
B – No commas needed. “Who studied hard” is a restrictive clause (essential information).
The word aperture comes from aperio. How does this origin connect to both its literal and metaphorical meaning?
Literally: an opening or gap; metaphorically: an opportunity or insight opening up
How is the "Beast" used as a tool for manipulation, and what theme does this support?
Jack uses fear of the Beast to gain control, supporting the theme of fear being a tool for power
What is the significance of the word "Night" as the title of the memoir?
It symbolizes darkness, loss of faith, fear, death, and spiritual emptiness
Explain why the revision stage is essential even after editing for grammar and spelling.
Because revision focuses on improving ideas, clarity, structure, and argument—not just surface-level corrections
Explain and correct the pronoun case error in this sentence:
“Him and I went to the library to study.”
Error: “Him and I” is incorrect. It should be “He and I.” “He” is the correct subject pronoun.