Fig-Lang Stang
Buck Ch. 1-5
Buck Ch. 6-13
Anything Goes!
Philly Philly
100
Which figurative technique does the quote below employ:
"As the sun sets over the horizon, streaks of scarlet and yellow paint the blue sky."
Imagery
100
In a few traits, characterize Chaka
Stern
Strict
Smart
Stubborn
Well-spoken
Well-read
100
How does Malo meet Nia?
In the B&O train station with his friends, Nia walks by and he follows her onto the train.
100
What is Diction?
Word choice
100
Which movie was famously filmed outside the Art Museum?
Rocky
200
Which figurative technique does the quote below employ:
"Brandon brought banana pancakes for the big breakfast."
Alliteration
200
What is Uzi's legal name?
Daahoud
200
How many years was Uzi sentenced to prison for?
10 years
200
What is the difference between a Topic and a Theme?
A TOPIC is just a word or phrase, a THEME is a message, lesson, or moral that we can take away from the book.
200
This famous Philly rapper once dated Nicki Minaj and had a feud with Drake that lasted 3 years.
Meek Mill
300
Which figurative technique does the quote below employ:
"After the lighting danced across the sky, thunder struck in the distance."
Personification
300
What is Malo's best friend's name? What is their favorite thing to do together?
Amir.
Skateboard in love park.
300
Why do you think it’s so hard for Malo’s family to talk about the mental health crisis facing his mom? What is contributing to her depression?
The topic is stigmatized / makes people uncomfortable. She feels alone as a lack of communication is causing the family to fall apart.
300
Open your book...you have 60 seconds to find an example of a simile!
Whoever finds it wins the points
300
Which Philadelphia High School did Kobe Bryant attend?
Lower Merion High School
400
Which figurative technique does the quote below employ:
"After the rowdy student jumped off of the desk...CRASH! The desk hit the floor."
Onomatopoeia
400
In Chapter 4, what key piece of information does Coach Z tell Malo? How does Malo feel after hearing it?
Principal Roach hates him.
Malo felt hurt because while his relationship with Roach was not healthy, he didn't think hatred was warranted.
400
Does Malo hit the free throw to win the game in Ch. 12?
We don't know! He doesn't tell us!
400
What is the definition of impudent?
cocky boldness with no consideration for others
400
What is the name of the Philadelphia Phillies mascot?
Phanatic
500
Which figurative technique does the quote below employ:
"Life is a highway, and I want to ride it all night long."
Metaphor (courtesy of Rascal Flatts)
500
What significant event took place the same day Amina is sent to the Philadelphia Psychiatric Center?
Tupac died
500
In Chapter 13, what does Chaka choose to do?
He walks out on Malo and Amina
500
What are the three levels of the Narrative Iceberg?
500
How long was the world's longest cheesesteak?
a. 260 feet
b. 510 feet
c. 847 feet
b. 510 feet
