Parts of Speech
What pronouns could you use to replace the main noun in this sentence?
Sarah loves to go to the beach.
She
What is the conflict?
The problem or issue that arises.
Shine bright like a diamond.
Simile
The tall waves crashed against the sandy shore.
Simple
What are the 4 things required for a complete sentence?
Starts with a capital letter, subject/noun, predicate/verb, punctuation.
What is the verb in this sentence?
The students are ready for summer break!
are ready
What is a climax?
The most tense moment, when there is a large turning point that addresses the conflict.
The old door groaned as it slowly swung open.
Personification
Because the water was so cold, we decided not to go swimming today.
Complex
What is Ms. Hall's favorite book?
Harry Potter
What is the adverb in the following sentence?
The band played the final note beautifully.
beautifully
What is the resolution?
The solution to the story.
The dry leaves crunched under my boots.
Onomatopoeia
The sun was setting over the ocean, and the seagulls flew back to their nests.
Compound
Who was the main character of The Giver?
Jonas
What are the two parts of speech of the bolded words in the sentence below?
The fast runner ran very fast to win the race.
Adjective & adverb
What is a rising action?
The section of the story that introduces the conflict and builds towards the climax.
Hearts representing Love/Valentines day.
Symbolism
Although it was a windy day, the kids wanted to fly their kites, and they spent hours running across the dunes.
Compound-Complex
What happened on the Miracle on the Hudson story? (Last one we read in class)
Captain Sully had to land on the Hudson River.
Look at this sentence: "The nervous cat hid under the porch during the loud thunderstorm." What are the two prepositions, and what relationship do they show (time, location, or direction)?
What are 3 things you can find in exposition?
I am so hungry I could eat a horse.
Hyperbole
The tired students and their weary teacher packed up their bags and walked slowly out of the building.
Simple
Give an example of an article.
The, a, an