Figurative Language
What type of figurative language is this? “Her smile was as bright as the sun.”
Simile
Identify the noun type: “London is a beautiful city.”
Proper noun
Identify the comparative adjective: “This book is longer than that one.”
Longer
Is this a fact or opinion? “Video games are the best hobby.”
Opinion
What internal conflict does Peter face after his injury?
He struggles with losing his identity as a star athlete and figuring out who he is without sports. (Character vs. self)
What is a metaphor? Give an example.
A direct comparison without using "like" or "as". Example: "Time is a thief."
Is the verb action or linking? “She is tired.”
Linking
What’s the superlative form of “happy”?
Happiest
Identify the claim: “Schools should have longer lunch breaks because students need time to relax.”
“Schools should have longer lunch breaks.”
What theme is shown through Peter’s relationship with his grandfather?
Coping with change, memory and aging, or the importance of family and emotional support
What is the hyperbole in this sentence? “I’ve told you a million times!”
"A million times" – exaggeration for effect
Fix the verb tense: “She eats breakfast and went to school.”
“She eats breakfast and goes to school.” OR “She ate breakfast and went to school.”
Choose the correct word: “She sings (good/well).”
Well
Add emotional appeal: “Recycling helps the planet.”
“Recycling helps save our beautiful planet for future generations.”
How does the camera symbolize Peter’s journey?
It represents a new way to view the world and cope with loss; photography becomes his new passion and identity.
Give and example of Personification
"The trees danced in the wind."
Name and define 3 of the 4 main noun types.
Proper, common, abstract, collective – students explain
Which is correct: “more fast” or “faster”?
Faster
What is a good transition word for persuasive writing? (e.g., also, because, therefore)
Accept: “also,” “furthermore,” “in addition,” “therefore,” “because,” etc.
What does Peter’s camera help him do after he stops playing sports?
It helps him find a new hobby and feel confident again.
Write a simile that describes how fast someone runs.
Example: “He ran like a cheetah chasing its prey.”
Write a sentence that includes a proper, common, abstract, and collective noun.
Example: “The class (collective) visited New York (proper) and felt excitement (abstract) at the museum (common).”
Fix this: “Of all the students, Mark is the more loud.”
Loudest
Rewrite this sentence to be more persuasive: “I think school uniforms are okay.”
“School uniforms create equality and reduce distractions—every school should have them.”
What does the title The Year I Lost My Grip symbolize?
What does the title The Year I Lost My Grip symbolize?