Writing
Literary Terms
OMAM CH 1
OMAM CH 2
Pop Culture
100

True or False, You SHOULD use first and second person pronouns in your writing

False

100

Define Symbolism 

When an object represents a bigger idea 

100

Describe George and Lennie, and provide a physical description of each.

George: Slender and


Lennie, Big and shapelessface 

100

How is the bunk house described? What does the description tell the reader about the men who live there? 

(PG 17)

100

When was High school musical released?

2006

200

What is a thesis Statement?

The main claim of your essay.

200

Define Characterization 

The way the Author describes the character(s)

200

What is the life that George and Lennie dream about?

They dreamed about the rabbits and their life on a farm that they owned
200

What does the description of Slim tell you about his character? Is he a man to be trusted and looked up to?

(multiple possible answers

200

What was the third lord of the rings book titled?

The Return of the king

300

What are the first and final paragraphs of your essay called?

Introduction and conclusion

300

Define Theme 

Central deeper topic, subject, or message of a narrative, or work.

300

What two pieces of information does George want Lennie to remember?

1. That he will not talk when they get to the Ranch.  

2. To return back to this clearing incase something happens.

300

What is Lennie eagerly talking about toward the end of the chapter?

Getting a dog from Carlson
300

What musician has the most Grammy nominations?

Beyonce

400

What does L.E.A.F. stand for?

Lead

Evidence

Analysis

Finishing statement

400

Define Conflict 

The main problem of the story

400

Why does George stay with Lennie? What does their relationship say about the concept of friendship? Find a quote to support your statement!

(many answers possible)

400

What is one symbol from the book? What does it represent? Find a quote to support this! (Can be from chapter 1 OR 2)

(Could be Multiple)

400

Who holds the record for the most Oscar wins?

Walt Disney with 22

500

What is the funnel technique?

Starting broad and getting more specific as your write your introduction

500

What are the 6 parts of the plot diagram?

Exposition, Inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution

500

Why does John Steinbeck compare Lennie to an animal throughout the chapter? Find a quote that supports your statement! 

(Many Answers Possible)

500

Come up with a theme that is present so far in the story. Provide a quote that connects to the story. 

(Could be multiple)

500

How many grandchildren does Kris Jenner have?

12