Vocabulary
What is the definition of the word "flop"?
Something that is a flop is a complete failure.
What is a simile?
A comparison of two things using "like" or "as"
What is a fact?
A fact is a statement that can be proven to be true or false.
What is the THEME of the Movie Spider-Man?
For an extra punch tell me what theme is.
With great power comes great responsibility
Theme is the main message, lesson, or moral of the text
Who is our school mascot?
Leo the Lion
Give me famous inventors who were considered "eccentric"
For an extra punch include the definition of "eccentric"
Albert Einstein
Thomas Edison
Henry Ford
Captain Arsenio
(Someone who is eccentric is odd)
What is personification?
Gives human qualities or characteristics to an animal or object
Fact or opinion...
1. Las Vegas is in Nevada
2. Las Vegas is the best city in the whole world.
1. Fact
2. Opinion
What is "a crisis and the turning point of the conflict" when it comes to "plot"?
The climax
When is Mr. Navarrete's birthday?
December 5th
Give me the definition of the word "matted" and provide two examples as well.
Something that is matted is a tangled mess.
hair, fur, cables/wires, cards, etc.
What is a hyperbole?
an exaggeration, usually used for dramatic effect or to make people laugh
What is opinion writing?
Opinion writing is when a writer shares their thoughts or feelings about a specific topic or issue. It's about stating what you believe and convincing others to see your perspective.
What do you need to use in order to VISUALIZE?
Your 5 senses
Eye Sight (see)
Nose (Smell)
Ears (Hear)
Mouth (Taste)
Hands (Touch)
What kind of truck does Mr. Navarrete drive and what is the color?
Toyota Tacoma
Red
What is the definition of "refrain"?
Provide an example
A refrain is a verse or phrase that is repeated in a song or poem.
Baby by Justin Bieber
Tell me what kind of figurative language this example is...
the car was a baking oven in the hot sun.
metaphor
What are transition words?
words or phrases that connect ideas and help the flow of writing
What is "point of view" and what are the two main "point of views"
Who is telling the story
1st person
3rs person
Give me the name of our principal, assistant principal, and one counselor
Dr. Kip
Mrs. Shetler
Ms. Rowe, Mrs. Taber, Mrs. Karp, Ms. Williams
Write me a sentence using the words "seismographs" and "evacuation". Your sentence needs to make sense in order to earn the points!
Teams who are able to give me the definitions will earn punches!
Mr. Navarrete will be the judge of the sentences!
Seismographs are instruments that measure and record details about earthquakes, such as their strength and how long they last
An evacuation is the act of moving from a dangerous area to a safer one.
Give me an example of a simile, metaphor, personification, and hyperbole.
Mr. Navarrete will check white boards for every team!
What is the importance of a strong conclusion?
to summarize the main points and leave a lasting impression
What are the four literary elements that make up a story?
Characters
Setting
Plot
Events
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
What are our 6 classroom rules?
Follow directions quickly
Raise your hand for permission to speak
Raise your hand for permission to leave your seat
Make smart choices
Keep your eyes on the target