Figurative Language
Grammar/Spelling
Theme
Literary elements
Book Club
100

Is this sentence a simile or metaphor?

"His hair looked like a lions mane."

Simile

100

Circle the Pronoun that is correct in this sentence.

"(They,Theirs) soon arrived,safely shipped inside their sealed container."

They

100

What does the theme below mean?

"Honesty"

The quality of being honest/truthful.

100

What is the definition of the literary element below?

"Setting"

The place or type of surroundings where something is positioned or where an event takes place.

100

What did Moshe do with the money Yanke gave him?

He bought food for them.

200

What figurative language is an, exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally?

Hyperbole

200

Choose the word that best completes the sentence below.

"Each of the chemicals(produce,produces)toxic gases."

Produce

200

What does the theme below mean?

"Love"

An intense feeling of deep affection.

200

What is the definition of the literary element below?

"Plot"

The sequence of interconnected events that make up a story, focusing on the "what" and "how" of the narrative, including the cause-and-effect relationships between events.

200

What was uncle Moshe's advice on how to survive in the camp?

Stay unknown and/or anonymous.

300

What type of figurative language is in this sentence?

"The bee buzzed."

Onomatopoeia

300

In the item below pick the correct form of the verb in parentheses.

"Jaya (is,are) very talented at identifying animal tracks."

Is

300

Explain the concept of the theme below?

"Good versus Evil"

This theme uses the classic dramatic scenario of a good character pitted against an evil character or dark force that they must overcome.

300

Explain the concept of the literary element below.

"Conflict"

The central struggle of the main character. Conflict drives a story forward by providing a sense of purpose or motivation.

300

Why was Yanek mad at his fellow prisoners,even more so than the Nazis?

They weren't fighting back and trying to end all of what was happening.

400

What type of figurative language is this sentence Idiom or Personification?

"Why are you so heavy, suitcase?"

Personification

400

Pick the pronouns that correctly complete the sentence below.

"The aquarium was (her,hers), so (I,me) prepared the sugar water."

hers and I

400

What does the theme "coming of age" mean?

This theme includes stories of the experiences of young characters who lost their innocence or adopted a different perspective on life.

400

What is the explanation of the literary element below?

"Action"

The physical movements and activities of characters, particularly those that are significant to the story and have consequences. It's the driving force of the narrative, propelling the plot forward and revealing character motivations and personalities.

400

What were the Nazis saying when they told them the ghetto would be liquidated if they didn't come out of hiding?

They will be shot on sight.

500

What is Alliteration?

A type of figurative speech in which the repetition of letters or sounds are used within one sentence.

500

Pick the words that best complete the sentence below.

"Anyone who (is,are) interested in learning to write science fiction is welcome to join us."

Is

500

What famous book series has a theme of the options below?

"Power and Corruption" "Good versus Evil" "Choices and consequences"

hint: wizards,school,and lightning bolt scar.

Harry Potter

500

What is a "Climax" in a story?

The climax is the great showdown between the protagonist and their adversary, the moment of greatest triumph and greatest loss.

500

Who dies because of Goeth on the day the rumors about war were realized?why?

Moshe,because Goeth didn't like his answer on how much work had been done.