Iraq War Blog
The author writes, “my whole nervous system has become like fragile threads.” Which form of figurative language is present in this quote?
Simile
According to Ericcson’s violinist study, what is the minimum number of required hours it takes to master a complex task?
10,000 hours
Where does Hazel attend support group? (Think about what she calls it!)
The Literal Heart of Jesus
Who is the author of An Imperial Affliction?
Peter Van Houten
In chapter 6, Hazel tells her mom, “I’m like a grenade.” What does she mean by this?
She feels that when she dies, she is going to hurt everyone around her, like a grenade.
Define the word, devastated.
to destroy or ruin something
Consider the context, “It seems that it takes the brain this long to assimilate all that it needs to know to achieve true mastery.” Using context clues, define the word assimilate.
to take in and understand fully
Fill in the blank:
“Maybe ____ will be our always?”
Okay
What is Augustus’ biggest fear?
Oblivion
What might Augustus’ cigarettes symbolize?
They are a symbolic way to control his fears. He puts the killing thing in his mouth, but doesn’t give it the power to kill.
True or False: The authors believe we have control over what happens in our lives.
False. They believe that life is “a case of God’s will -- he does what he wants.”
Gladwell cites three specific pieces of evidence in order to support his claim. Name one of them.
Ericsson’s study of expertise
Daniel Levitin, neurologist
Michael Howe’s book, Genius Explained
Two part question: To where do Hazel and Augustus travel using Augustus’ wish? Why are they traveling there?
Amsterdam. To meet Peter Van Houten.
What does STEAL stand for?
Speech, Thoughts, Effects, Actions, Looks
What is a symbol?
In literature, a symbol is a person, object, or feeling that represents something else.
What are the three main reasons authors write anything?
To inform, persuade, and entertain.
What makes evidence good?
If it supports the claim. If it comes from reliable sources or statistics. Strong or Convincing. Provides examples.
What is the name of Augustus’ past girlfriend who passed away from brain cancer?
Caroline Mathers
What is one word to describe Hazel’s speech?
Smart, Sarcastic, Witty, Intelligent. If it makes sense, we’ll give it to you!
What might water symbolize in The Fault In Our Stars?
Tears, Sadness, Suffering, Losing Control, Purity, Love, Grief, Pain, Drowning
What is the author’s purpose for writing the Iraq War Blog?
To inform readers about her experience during the war.
What is the author’s central claim in Outliers?
When it comes to mastering a complex task, preparation is more important than innate talent.
Why does An Imperial Affliction mean so much to Hazel?
It's the only account of living with cancer she's found that corresponds to her own experience.
What role does Kaitlyn play in advancing the plot?
(For an extra 200 points, what might she represent?)
She is Hazel’s close friend from school. She is popular and has other friends, but she still cares to check up on Hazel.
She represents who Hazel could have been if her life hadn’t been turned upside down by cancer.
On p. 124, Hazel and Augustus co-author an advertisement for the “Desperately Lonely Swing Set.” With the knowledge you have and after reading the ad, what do you think the swing set may symbolize?
The ups and downs one experiences as they go through life.