Novels
Main Idea
Short Response
Theme/ Figurative Language
Plot
100
Gary Paulsen wrote this novel about a young boy who is stranded in the Canadian Wilderness.
What is Hatchet?
100
Name the main idea of this paragraph: Homemade pizza is delicious. First, make the dough from flour, water, and yeast. After that, begin making the tomato sauce. Next, add any vegetables you like. Then, bake it in the oven. After a short time, the kitchen begins to smell delicious. Soon, it’s ready to eat! The main idea of this passage is: a. Pizza is made from flour b. How to make homemade pizza c. Pizza is easy to make d. Pizza makes the kitchen smell delicious
What is How to make homemade pizza.
100
The amount of quotes needed in a short response.
What are Two Quotes?
100
The theme of Hatchet.
What is Perseverance?
100
The action or events in a story.
What is Plot Line?
200
White Deer, Uncle Bright Star, and Hand Clap are the partners, while Lefty, Black Dog, Father, and Moon Shadow all make up what?
What is The Company?
200
Name the main idea: Hurricanes are large, intense storms that begin over the ocean, where they gather heat and energy from the water. Hurricanes move slowly toward land, usually moving 10-20 miles per hour for more than one week. The most dangerous part of the hurricane is the storm surge, when it reaches land and causes flooding. Wind and waves also contribute to the damage caused by these surges. The main idea of this passage is: a. Hurricanes are dangerous storms. b. Hurricanes begin over the ocean. c. One type of storm is called a hurricane. d. Hurricanes are different from other storms.
What is Hurricanes are dangerous storms.
200
What three words should never be used in your short response writing?
What is I, Me, and My?
200
What is "theme"?
The message or lesson the author wants us to learn.
200
The central part of the story during which problems arise, leading up to the climax.
What is Rising Action?
300
This little girl planted the first bean seeds in a community that needed to be brought together.
Who is Kim?
300
Name the main idea: I have a dog whose name is Paco. He is almost 10 years old. Paco is very loveable with a brown face and short black fur. He is one of my best friends. He plays with me, sleeps with me, and goes on walks with me. I am so glad to have him around. I love him. The main idea of this passage is: A. The dog’s name is Paco. B. Everyone should have a dog. C. The writer's dog is an important part of his life. D. The dog is cute and sweet.
What is C. The writer's dog is an important part of his life.
300
What are transitions?
The words such as "For example..." "Another example..." "First" and "Second" that come before quotes.
300
A possible theme for Seedfolks: A) Actions speak louder than words. B) Do not be kind to your neighbor. C) You have to be an adult to make a difference.
What is A) Actions speak louder than words.
300
The highest point (turning point) in the action of a story.
What is Climax?
400
The woman who dug up Kim's seeds and felt very bad about it.
Who is Ana?
400
Name the main idea: Did you know that giraffes are the tallest animals in the world? They are unique in other ways, too. For one thing, they sleep only about 20 minutes each day, and usually not more than five minutes at a time. (They have to remain alert for p r e d a t o r s . ) A l s o , e v e r y giraffe’s coat is unique, and varies in color from white to nearly black, depending on what they eat and where they live.
What is Giraffes are unique animals.
400
Name what is missing in the paragraph: Moon Shadow realizes that having friends and family who care for you as well as having perseverance is all you need to have a beautiful and successful life. "I had found my mountain of gold, after all, and it had not been nuggets but people who had made it up: people like the Company and the Whitlaws." Another example is, "Maybe this is the final test in this life," I suggested hopefully." This quote shows that Moonshadow is being positive and hopeful that Windrider is done with the tests from the Dragon king.
What is transition and explanation?
400
A comparision using the words "like" or "as"
What is simile?
400
The action needed to lead the story to a resolution or ending.
What is Falling Action?
500
Name the man who spoke these words, "You are your most valuable asset. Remember, you are the best thing you have"
Who is Mr. Perpich?
500
Name the main idea: Wilbur and Orville Wright were brothers who were inventors, even from a young age when they built kites and bicycles. Many people credit the Wright Brothers with designing and building the first successful airplane. In 1903, their first flight only lasted 12 seconds, but it continues to inspire people all over the world to learn about science and math, to work hard to realize their dreams, and to use imagination to achieve success.
What is The Wright Brothers were inventors who have inspired many people.
500
What is wrong with this paragraph: The narrator uses the words "divorce" and "secret" many times throughout the chapter showing that Brian does not have a very good relationship with his family at this moment. For example, "The pilot sat large, his hands lightly on the wheel, feet on the rudder piles." This shows that Brian is flying to see his father. Another example is on page 3, the narrator explains "what he knew about his mother had caused the divorce, what he knew, what he knew-the Secret." This quote shows that Brian thinks negatively of his mother since she was the reason for the divorce.
What is the first quote does not make sense with the claim?
500
A comparision not using the words "like" or "as"
What is metaphor?
500
The end of the story. It is the part in which the problems are solved.
What is Resolution?
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