Grammar
What mood is used in this sentence: “If I were you, I would apologize”?
Subjunctive
Why does the Party rewrite history?
To control information/truth and make it seem like the Party and Big Brother are infallible
What does Ms. Rosalie reveal about Khalil before he died?
He wanted to leave the drug trade.
Use “cajole” in a sentence.
Cajole means “to persuade with false promises and flattery.”
Example: “Jake tried to cajole his parents into letting him stay out later by promising to clean the house all weekend.”
Rewrite this sentence in active voice: “The essay was written by Maya.”
Maya wrote the essay.
Why does Winston believe the proles are important?
They are numerous and less controlled by the Party. He thinks they are the only ones who could truly rebel.
Why does Starr refuse to join the protest at Williamson?
She feels it is insincere and that students are using Khalil's death as a "get-out-of-class-free" card.
Use the word “ambivalent” in a sentence.
Ambivalent means “having opposing attitudes or feelings toward a person, thing, or idea; unable to decide.”
Example: “Maria felt ambivalent about moving away because she was excited for a new start but sad to leave her friends.”
Identify the phrase type in: “on the stove”
Prepositional phrase
Why is the diary important?
It marks Winston’s first act of rebellion.
What is King arrested for in the end, and who acts as a witness?
Arson and drug charges
DeVante acts as a key witness against King for the drug charges, and other people from the Garden Heights community also come forward to testify about King’s actions.
Use the word “furtive” in a sentence.
Furtive means “stealthy; secretive.”
Example: “The student cast a furtive glance at his phone during the test.”
What type of phrase is “has been studying for hours”?
Verb phrase
What does the ending reveal about Winston?
The Party completely breaks and controls him. He now loves Big Brother.
Compare Chris and Hailey’s reactions when Starr confronts them.
Chris listens and tries to understand; Hailey becomes defensive and dismissive.
Use the word “magnanimous” in a sentence.
Magnanimous means “noble; generous in forgiving; free from petty feelings or acts.”
Example: “After winning the championship, the captain was magnanimous and congratulated the other team.”
What is wrong with this sentence: “Walking through the hallway, the lockers looked enormous”?
Dangling modifier
How does the relationship between Winston and Julia differ in their motivations and goals?
Winston rebels because he wants truth, freedom, and a deeper understanding of the past and reality. He is interested in political rebellion and hopes the Party can someday be overthrown.
Julia is more focused on personal freedom and enjoyment. She rebels in smaller, private ways, such as breaking rules and seeking pleasure, but she is less interested in changing society or challenging the Party politically.
What larger idea does Maverick explain through THUG LIFE?
He argues that America’s systems are designed in ways that keep poor people and minorities oppressed, which can push young people toward crime, gangs, or hopelessness. Limited education and opportunities leave people vulnerable, driving people to make money however they can.
Use the word “inscrutable” in a sentence.
Inscrutable means “not easily understood; hard to fathom.”
Example: “The detective could not tell what the suspect was thinking because of his inscrutable expression.”