Vocabulary
What is the definition of the word "Originate"
To come from.
Imagery: Which of the 5 senses is being described below?
The sweet scent of cookies lingered in the air.
Smell.
What is bloodletting?
Why does Tobias move to his Uncle's castle?
To become a page and work towards becoming a knight.
What pronouns are used for 1st person point of view?
I, Me, My.
What is the difference between external and internal conflict?
External is something you cannot control, such as nature, other people, or society, internal is a problem within your control.
Imagery: Which of the 5 senses is being described below?
Waves crashed against the shore in a steady rhythm, each one followed by the soft hiss of foam pulling back into the sea. Farther away, a gull’s cry echoed through the open air, and the low hum of a boat engine rumbled in the distance.
Sound
Where did bloodletting originate from?
Egypt.
Which character in Castle Diary became a knight?
Simon, the Lords son.
Which transition word would work best to fill in this sentence?
“Kevin had studied for hours for the math test, ______ he still felt unsure about some of the problems.”
Options: Therefore, however, similarity, or meanwhile.
However.
What is characterization?
The process of creating a realistic and believable character.
Imagery: Which 2 of the 5 senses is being used below?
The rain tapped lightly against the window as steam rose from the mug in her hands. She took a slow sip, the warmth spreading through her fingers while the steady rhythm of droplets filled the quiet room.
Touch and sound.
Why was bloodletting discredited?
New treatments became available, and it was not seen as a good practice anymore. Although, for some things, it is still practiced today.
Which job in the castle involves helping, caring for, and assisting the knights?
A squire.
What is the difference between prose and verse?
Prose is normal writing, verse is rhythmic writing.
From least or greatest, what is the order of the hierarchy chart in your Learn book? Be sure to name each category correctly. Reminder: There is one category we have not filled in yet.
Least:
Peasant
Tradespeople
Wealthy Civilian
Nobility
King
Greatest:
Imagery: What 3 of the 5 senses are being used to describe?
The garden shimmered after the storm, petals glistening with tiny drops of water. The air carried a fresh, earthy scent, and a cool breeze brushed against her skin as she reached down to gather the fallen blooms.
Sight, smell, and touch.
What occupation, other than doctor, would practice bloodletting?
Barber.
Other than the Kings judge who comes twice a year, who else is in charge of bringing judgment to those who wrong the King?
The Lord, Tobias's Uncle is also a judge.
Identify the 2 prepositions in the following sentence:
The cat slept under the table beside the warm fireplace.
Under and besides
What is the difference between point of view and perspective?
Point of view is the way in which the narrator is telling the story. It includes 1st, 2nd, and 3rd point of view. Perspective if how a character or person views/feels about something going on in a story.
Imagery: What 4 of 5 senses are being used to describe in the sentence below?
The campfire crackled softly, sending sparks into the dark sky. The smoky scent drifted through the air as she wrapped her hands around a warm cup of cocoa. She took a sip, the sweet taste mixing with the chill of the night and the distant hum of crickets.
Sound, smell, touch, taste.
Which two significant historical figures were blood-let when sick, but died due to illness and blood loss?
George Washington and Charles the 2nd.
When Tobias gets in trouble for making fun of his friend, what punishment does he receive?
The finger Pillory.
Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.