Imagery
"The familiar tang of his grandmother's cranberry sauce reminded him of his youth." Which sense is primarily appealed to?
Taste
Sarah was nervous about moving to a new school. She sat alone at lunch, wishing she was back home. Then, a girl named Chloe sat down, smiled, and asked about her favorite book. Soon, they were laughing, and Sarah realized that making new friends was possible.
Courage/ being brave
The written text of a play, including dialogue and stage directions.
Script
Bees are crucial for a healthy environment because they pollinate many of the plants we eat. While flying from flower to flower to collect nectar, they transfer pollen that allows fruits and vegetables to grow. Without bees, many food crops would not exist, which would affect both humans and animals. These tiny insects help keep our ecosystem blooming and our plates full.
Bees are vital insects that help produce food for the planet through pollination.
What is an element that is very important to the plot of a story but does not have a "spot" on plot mountain?
Conflict
"The aroma of freshly baked Indian bread filled the air."
Smell
After hours of practicing, Maya's fingers ached, but she refused to quit. She knew the talent show was tomorrow, and she wanted to play the piano perfectly. Even when her friends invited her to the movies, she stayed home and rehearsed her song until she could play it in her sleep.
Dedication or perseverance
A character's spoken words to another character.
Dialogue
"Animals are wonderful. If you look closely at how they live, you will find many surprises. ... Scientists have studied insects and found that they have tools and they use those tools to survive. For example, they learned about the sawfly... It uses the saw to make places where the eggs will be safe."
Insects use specialized tools, like saws, to survive.
Two ways to prove summary
SWBST Chart
BME Chart
"My teeth chattered as the temperature dropped."
Touch/Feeling
What is the definition of Theme?
(Must mention all 3)
Items used by actors on stage
props
"Recycling helps protect the Earth and keeps it clean. By reusing materials like paper and plastic, we reduce the need to cut down trees and create new products. It also keeps garbage out of landfills and reduces pollution."
Recycling is important because it protects the Earth and reduces pollution.
Name the elements of plot in order (5)
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
"The fluorescent lights hummed loudly in the quiet hallway."
Hear
"Maya forgot her lunch, and she was worried about going hungry. When her classmate, Sam, noticed, he shared half of his sandwich and his apple with her without asking for anything in return."
Kindness /Friendship
Written instructions telling an actor what to do or how to do it?
Stage Directions
"Georges Seurat was a painter who used science to change art. Instead of mixing colors on a palette, he placed tiny dots of pure color next to each other on the canvas. He believed that the viewer's eye would mix the colors, creating a more vibrant image."
Georges Seurat developed a new painting style based on scientific principles.
Name the 4 types of conflict
Character vs Nature
Character vs Character
Character vs Society
Character vs Self
"She spoke of fruit so sugary"
Taste
"Piper was terrified of the crashing waves, but she was hungry and needed to eat. She watched her mother, trembled, and eventually walked into the water to find food on her own. Overwhelmed at first, she realized the ocean was beautiful."
Overcoming your fears
Famous playwright who wrote Romeo and Juliet
William Shakespeare
The first home video game console, called the "Brown Box," was developed in the late 1960s by Ralph Baer. Although it was much simpler than modern systems, it allowed users to play games like table tennis on their TV screens. This invention paved the way for the massive gaming industry we know today. It proved that televisions could be used for interactive fun, not just watching shows.
The creation of the "Brown Box" marked the beginning of modern home video gaming.
Name the types of Point of View
Bonus +200 pts if you can name them exactly.
1st, 2nd, 3rd limited, 3rd omniscient