Guess That Rhyme Scheme
The sun dips low behind the hills
As shadows stretch across the ground
A gentle breeze the evening fills
In whispered songs, the night is crowned
ABAB
Her mind is a stormy sea, filled with crashing waves of confusion.
Metaphor
All hands on deck
Synechdoche
Many works of literature feature a character who may be reluctant to make a decision, unable to make a decision, or is resistant to doing so. This indecision can have broader implications for that character or other characters. Such implications may include changes to a character’s relationships, social and/or financial stability, well-being, or any other aspects of the character’s existence.
Decision Making
Indecision
What ancient civilization is known for building pyramids and having a complex system of writing called hieroglyphics?
Ancient Egypt
The stars are bright above the sea,
A silver moon casts gentle light,
While waves sing softly to the shore.
ABC
His smile was as bright as the sun.
Simile
Buzz
Onomatopoeia
In John Rollin Ridge’s poem “To a Star Seen at Twilight,” published in 1868, the speaker admires a solitary star shining at twilight and considers its significance. Read the poem carefully. Then, in a well-written essay, analyze how Ridge uses literary elements and techniques to convey the speaker’s complex reflection on the star.
Reflection
This artist holds the most Grammy award wins of all time. She famously told her husband to "put a ring on it" in her now infamous black and white music video.
The flowers bloom in colors bright,
Their petals dance in morning light.
The bees hum softly as they play,
Collecting nectar through the day.
AABB
The wild wind whipped wildly through the willows.
Alliteration
The only constant is change.
Paradox
In many works of literature, characters choose to reinvent themselves for significant reasons. They may wish to separate from a previous identity, gain access to a different community, disguise themselves from hostile forces, or express a more authentic sense of self. Either from your own reading or from the following list, choose a work of fiction in which a character intentionally creates a new identity. Then, in a well-written essay, analyze how the character’s reinvention contributes to an interpretation of the work as a whole.
Identity
Changing Identity
New Identity
Mean Girls
The wind whispers secrets through the trees,
As leaves flutter softly with the breeze,
In twilight’s glow, the world finds peace,
Where nature’s beauty never ceases.
AAAA
The leaves danced in the wind.
Personification
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness...
In many works of fiction houses take on symbolic importance. Such houses may be literal houses or unconventional ones (e.g., hotels, monasteries, or boats). Either from your own reading or from the list below, choose a work of fiction in which a literal or unconventional house serves as a significant symbol. Then, in a well-written essay, analyze how this house contributes to an interpretation of the work as a whole. 2020. No question.
Homes
House
This dance involves putting each arm out, then flipping them both over, then putting both arms on your hips, then swinging your hips in a circle, changing direction, and clapping while chanting the title of the song.
The Macarena
In twilight’s hush, the stars appear,
A gentle breeze whispers through the night,
While shadows dance in soft moonlight,
Embracing all that we hold dear.
ABBA
Jumbo shrimp
Oxymoron
Don’t be a Scrooge!
Allusion
Many works of literature contain a character who intentionally deceives others. The character’s dishonesty may be intended either to help or to hurt. Such a character, for example, may choose to mislead others for personal safety, to spare someone’s feelings, or to carry out a crime. Choose a novel or play in which a character deceives others. Then, in a well-written essay, analyze the motives for that character’s deception and discuss how the deception contributes to the meaning of the work as a whole.
Deception
Lying
Dishonesty
Famous guitarists who is viewed as the "best of all time". Infamous for songs including "Castles in the Sand" and "Voodoo Child"
Jimi Hendrix