Figurative Language
Grammar/Spelling
Theme
Literary Elements
Book Club themed Questions
100

What Is A Simile

Comparing Two Things Using Like Or As.


EX: He Is As Strong As An Ox.

100

Lionel (recieved/received) his university acceptance letter in the mail today!

received

100

The tortoise and the hare were having a race. The hare, confident and quick, decided to take a nap mid-race. The tortoise, slow but steady, continued. When the hare awoke, it was too late; the tortoise had already crossed the finish line.

Slow and steady wins the race

100

What is a theme

the central idea or underlying message a writer explores, often about human nature, society, or life, conveyed through characters, plot, setting, and other elements.

100

Whom is Jake's Dad/Nickname

Doc/Bob
200

What is a metaphor

a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.

200

The two cats needed to be (seperated/separated) because they wouldn't stop clawing at each other.

What is separated

200

The rain hammered against the windows, mirroring the storm within her. She remembered the way he had looked at her, the cruel words that had echoed in her ears, the betrayal that had shattered her world. For years, she had allowed the anger to fester, a poisonous root that choked her soul. But today, something shifted. A small seed of understanding, nurtured by the quiet strength she had found within, began to sprout. She realized that holding onto the hurt, the resentment, was not a path to healing, but a prison she was building for herself. With a newfound determination, she decided to let go of the past and embrace the possibility of a brighter future, one where she could finally find peace.

The importance of forgiveness and moving forward after experiencing hardship.

200

What is a plot

the sequence of interconnected events that make up a story, including the cause-and-effect relationships between them, and how the characters and their problems change over time.

200

Whom is Doc's new girlfriend

Flana

300

What is an allusion

an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference.

300

You don't need to (exercise/exercize) (alot/a lot) (everyday/every day)

Exercise, a lot, every day

300

Elara, a young cartographer with a burning desire to map the uncharted Eastern Wilds, faced relentless challenges. Her team was plagued by dwindling supplies, treacherous terrain, and the constant threat of marauding beasts. Doubts crept in, whispering of the futility of their mission. Yet, Elara refused to yield. She rallied her team, reminding them of their shared purpose: to expand the known world and to discover new knowledge. Day after day, they pushed forward, their spirits fueled by the unwavering belief in their cause. Finally, after months of hardship, they reached their goal: a vast, unexplored territory teeming with life. Elara and her team had not only survived the trials, but had triumphed, proving that even the most daunting obstacles can be overcome with perseverance.

the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity":

300

What is a conflict

a struggle or opposition between opposing forces, characters, ideas, or emotions that creates tension and drives the narrative forward.

300

What flew in and out of the warehouse they were using

Bats

400

What Is An Alliteration

The Repetition Of The Same Sound Or Letter In One Sentence.


EX: Eagles End Up Eating Entrails.

400

He needs to (accept/except) that he needs to work on his (confidance/confidence)

What is accept, confidence


400

The old woman, her face etched with the stories of a long life, sat by the window, watching the rain fall. Her heart, once a wellspring of love and compassion, had hardened over the years, carrying the weight of a betrayal that had scarred her soul. The memory of her son's actions, a betrayal that had shattered her trust and left her heartbroken, still burned within her. Years passed, and she refused to forgive him, clinging to the pain as if it were a shield. One day, her son, now a man himself, appeared at her doorstep, his eyes filled with remorse and a plea for reconciliation. He spoke of his mistakes, his heart aching with the weight of his actions. The old woman, after years of bitterness, finally saw the genuine remorse in his eyes. A tear, a sign of her own softening heart, rolled down her cheek. She opened her arms, not in anger, but in a gesture of acceptance and forgiveness, a choice that not only healed her own wounds but also paved the way for a new chapter of love and understanding."

The Power of Forgiveness

400

What is symbolism

the use of objects, characters, settings, or other elements to represent abstract ideas or concepts, adding layers of meaning and complexity to a story.

400

What did Jake learn to do in Kenya

He learned how to stalk animals.

500

What Is An Oxymoron

A Term Which Features Two Words Which Appear Contradict Each Other But Make Sense Of The Situation Overall.


EX: That Woman Is Pretty Ugly.

500

Correct the spelling: It is inconceevable that we might reach Mars in our lifetimes.

What is inconceivable

500

The old woman, her face etched with the stories of a long life, sat on the park bench, watching the children play. She noticed a young boy, his face flushed with frustration, struggling to build a tower of blocks. Instead of offering unsolicited help, she simply watched, her eyes filled with a quiet understanding. When the boy finally collapsed the tower in a frustrated sigh, the old woman smiled gently and said, 'Sometimes, the best way to learn is to try again.' The boy, surprised by her kindness, looked up at her and, after a moment, started building the tower again, this time with a newfound determination.

The importance of empathy and understanding different perspectives.

500

What is an analogy

This device compares a complex or abstract idea with a simple or concrete one to make it more easily understood. Use analogy to break down complex

500

What was the plane called Jake was flying

An ultralight/morpho

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