VOCABULARY
Give the definition of argument
Two people getting into a dispute or debate
In writing a paragraph, what is the first sentence called. (Green)
Topic Sentence
What is the difference between main idea and theme
Main idea is the focus of the article and the theme is the moral of the story, or the message the author wants to get across and leave readers.
How is Rainsford separated from the yacht?
He lunges for his dropped pipe and loses his balance
Define foreshadowing.
A hint at something that will happen later
True or False: Evaluate
To form an idea of the amount, number, or value of; assess.
What are supporting sentences in a paragraph? (Yellow)
details about the topic sentences
True or False: Theme can be directly stated in a literary work such as novels, stories, poems ect.
False. Theme is NEVER directly stated
Why did Zaroff believe this animal was so formidable?
because of its ability to reason
One way a writer builds suspense is...
by providing clues of a future event
What does the word immoral mean in the sentence?
Sandy was being immoral when she stole the diamond ring from the jeweler.
Not right
Which is the topic sentence?
I hate cleaning! I have to do it every week and it's so boring. I have to clean the bathroom, wash the floors and hoover everywhere. I wish we could just pay a cleaner to do it instead.
I hate cleaning!
Main Idea OR Theme: "Big Mike" was a homeless orphan who was taken in by a wonderful family. Their love and support helped him turn his life around and he become an NFL football player.
Main Idea
What would happen to a a man if he chose not to participate in Zaroff's game?
He would be turned over to Ivan
In the movie, Jaws, when a young man is laying on a float in the ocean, and the camera angle is shown underwater getting closer to his legs with intense music playing in the background, this would be an example of what?
Foreshadowing
What does the word claim mean in the sentence below?
Sodapop claimed Ponyboys shirt.
State or assert something
What is the main point of this paragraph?
I will be looking after my neighbors' dog this week. They have gone abroad on holiday and cannot take it with them. I will feed him and take him for walks every day. I'm really looking forward to it.
Looking after a neighbor's dog.
How can you find theme in a story?
To identify the theme, you need to first identify the story's plot, the way the story uses characterization, and the primary conflict in the story.
Who is the protagonist of the story?
Rainsford
Give one example of foreshadowing of General Zaroff hunting humans
Answers will vary
Use the word "scurry" in a sentence.
Answers will vary.
What should ALL detail sentences start with?
Transitions
What is the theme of the novel you are reading in class?
Answers will vary
Which two annoyances kept Zaroff from enjoying his dinner?
Replacing Ivan and his escaped quarry
Who is the author of "The Most Dangerous Game?"
Richard Conell