Ch 7-12
Who's shovel was shorter than the rest
Describe the object Stanley found
What is a gold tube with KB on it?
What is the secret ingredient for the Warden's nail polish
What is rattlesnake venom?
As I entered the dark, cold room, the hair on my neck began to stand up on end, and goosebumps formed on my arms. I saw a shadowy figure looming in the corner, and I immediately froze like a statue.
What is first-person POV?
The end of a story is called the ____________ or denouement. All major conflicts are resolved or purposely left open for a cliff-hanger or sequel. In many stories, this is where you find the happily ever after, but a ________ doesn’t have to be happy.
What is resolution?
The name of the Gypsy that placed a curse on the Yelnats family
What is Madame Zeroni
Why did Stanley not have to worry about Zero reading over his shoulder?
What is Zero can't read?
Who was Katherine Barlow?
What is a school teacher in the town of Green Lake?
On a particularly warm night, Maggie said, "I don’t like squirrels,“ but really she liked them. Emily said, "They are dirty," but really, she liked them too. Both of them thought that squirrels were pretty cute.
What is third person omniscient?
The ________ is the height of a story. The character finally faces and usually defeats whatever the major conflict is. Tension builds throughout the story and peaks at the _______.
Camp D's nickname for Mr. Pendanski
What is Mom?
Why was Stanley so sure he wouldn't find anything despite his careful search through the dirt dug up by Zero?
What is the tube was found in his hole not X-Rays?
What did Stanley discover as he attempted to teach Zero the alphabet?
What is Zero understands math and is not stupid?
Jacqueline went to her cousin’s house to study. When she got there, she was amazed at how big her cousin’s dog Jasper had gotten. After playing with Jasper, they went outside and rode their bikes for a half hour and went back to the house to study. After eating dinner and playing a few board games, Jacqueline went back home and thought about the great time she had.
What is third-person limited?
The __________ is when all the other conflicts or character arcs begin resolving. Anything that isn’t addressed in the climax will be addressed in the _____________.
What is falling action?
Who is Mr. Pendanski talking to in this quote:
"Even you, _________. You're not completely worthless."
What is Zero?
What occurs when the water truck arrives that indicates Stanley's status in the group of boys is improving?
What is he moved up a spot in line?
Why did everyone call Charles Walker, Trout Walker?
What is his two feet smelled like dead fish from an incurable foot fungus?
Make sure you follow all the directions in your cookbook. Put your crispy treats in your oven and cook for 30-35 minutes. It is a good idea to clean your workspace while your treats are baking.
What is second person POV?
______________ sets the scene. It’s the beginning of the story where we meet our main character, find out background information. It also establishes the setting and initial conflict.
What is exposition?
X-Ray says the meaning of his name is _________
What is 'its Pig Latin for Rex'?
Why did Stanley decide against digging at night?
What is the Yellow-Spotted Lizards come out at night?
Describe the racial makeup of Stanley's work crew.
Hint: There are 7 boys total -- 3 African Americans, 3 Caucasians, and 1 Hispanic
African American: Armpit, Zero, and X-Ray
Caucasian: Zigzag, Squid and Caveman
Hispanic: Magnet
At the beginning of the 9th inning, Ronnie took his spot within the batter’s box. He took a few practice swings before hitting a line drive for a single. Greg came up to bat next and swung through the first pitch for a strike. As the pitcher threw his next pitch, Ronnie stole second base. At 1 ball and 1 strike, Greg hit the next pitch for a double and scored the winning run
What is third person objective?
The beginning of a story leads to an event known as the inciting incident. This is the gateway to the rising action. This part of the story contains most of the conflict as tension builds.
What is rising action?