Definition
Define: Profound
Very significant or intense
What is the synonym of Fierce ?
A) Gentle
B) Ferocious
C) Calm
D) Peaceful
B) Ferocious
What is the antonym for Prevalent?
A) Rare
B) Uncommon
C) Widespread
D) Frequent
Correct answer: B) Uncommon
Use perspective in a sentence.
Ex. From her perspective, the Statue of Liberty was the most beautiful place in New York City.
Why does the author use colloquial language in 'TWGTB'?
The author uses colloquial language to make the Watson family sound real.
Define: Hostile
Unfriendly or antagonistic
What is the synonym for Desperate ?
A) Hopeful
B) Very worried or needing help
C) Happy
D) Calm
B) very worried or needing help
What is the antonym for temptation?
A) Self-control or restraint
B) Desire
C) Urge
D) Attraction
A) Self-control or restraint
Use appreciated in a sentence
ex. I really appreciated my teacher's help with my homework because she explained everything so clearly.
Connotation- the emotional or cultural meaning of a word
What connotation does the word "home" have?
The word "home" has a positive connotation, often associated with feelings of comfort, safety, love, and belonging.
Define: Vehement
Showing strong feeling; passionate
What is the synonym for impressed?
A) Bored
B) Excited or amazed
C) Sad
D) Tired
B) Excited or amazed
What is the antonym for Juvenile?
A) Young
B) Child
C) Teenager
D) Adult
D) Adult
Use ashamed in a sentence
ex. She felt ashamed after forgetting her lines during the school play.
Why is TWGTB considered a Coming of Age story?
Because Kenny is changing/transitioning from childhood as he learns about courage and growth through his life experiences.
Define: Disposition
A person's usual mood or attitude
What is the synonym for emulate?
A) Ignore
B) Destroy
C) Imitate or copy
D) Forget
Correct answer: C) Imitate or copy
What is the antonym for delinquent?
A) careless
B) Naughty
C) Responsible or well-behaved
D) Unruly
C) Responsible or well-behaved
Use mood in a sentence
Ex. The rainy weather created a gloomy mood that made everyone feel a little sad.
Give an example of an Extended Metaphor that was used in TWGTB.
When Kenny's dad compares driving to parenting.
Explanation: This metaphor highlights how both driving and parenting are journeys filled with uncertainty and fear but they are necessary for growth and moving forward.
Define: Conscience, and give an example from TWGTB when a character has a conscience
A sense of right and wrong guiding one's actions.
What is the synonym for Mercy?
A) Kindness or forgiveness
B) Anger
C) Ignorance
D) Cruelty
A) Kindness or forgiveness
What is the antonym for tolerate?
A) Support
B) Accept
C) Reject or forbid
D) Endure
C) Reject or forbid
Use wily in a sentence.
hint: think clever & tricky
ex. The wily fox snuck past the dogs and reached the henhouse without getting caught.
Give an example of a hyperbole.
For an extra 500 pts:
Why do you think it is important for an author to use figurative language?
Ex. "I've told you a million times to clean your room."
Answer: The author's figurative language paints a vivid picture for the reader