Figurative Language
We're almost there! Almost at Wellington, the Emerald City.
Metaphor
Wellington
"Dad, will the pakehas like us in Wellington? Dad?"
Matiu
tangi
common noun
Who is the main character?
Tama
When all the people had waved goodbye to us like little flags fluttering far away
Alliteration and simile
What is the name of the book that Matiu's father drops in the middle of the road?
The Wizard of Oz
"I don't care, Tama. This is not one of your tangys. It's a funeral"
Miss/Teacher
trudge
verb
What sport did Darryl play?
Rugby
Every now and then, there is a loud whoosh of a fast car passing us.
Onomatopoeia
Name an event where Matiu and his family felt discrimination.
People not stopping to help with fuel, the lollies being overpriced, the angry pakeha driver...
"He's at the funeral home. I don't think you'll be able to visit. He'll be at the church tomorrow. You could see him there. I nod and leave."
Mrs. Parker (Darryl's mother)
Emerald City
Proper noun
What is hupe and why is it important?
I run to get it and car brakes scream in my ears.
Why is the family moving to Wellington?
To make more money
"Hey, Tama." yells ______ "Wipe your nose you big sook."
Pete
Neat
Adjective
Why does Mr. Watson continue to ask Tama to wipe his nose?
He believes that Tama should conceal his emotions and suppress them like everyone else.
The speakers explode and words smash the silence.
Personification
Who is the author?
Witi Ihimaera
"Matiu, you just sit still! _______ growls. What's gotten into you, ay?
Mum
Suddenly
Adverb
What does the lady at the funeral home threaten to do?
Call the police