BARTON TRIVIA
This staff member usually does the morning announcements, before Dr. Forman comes on.
Meyerson
Taylor Swift is a fan of this cat breed, known for their round faces and small, subtle ears.
Scottish Fold
What is a comparison using the words "like" or "as"?
Simile
According to the song "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer," what was the weather like on Christmas eve?
Foggy
What is Ms. Sapan's favorite type of bird?
OWL
This veteran guidance counselor used to work as a music teacher.
Neverson
Tarandophobia is the term for fear of what animal?
Reindeer
The lights danced vibrantly across the snow-dusted landscape. What device is being used here?
Personification
Celebrated in Canada and Britain, this the name for the holiday that falls on Dec. 26
Boxing Day
Ms. Sapan loves this artistic hobby, which she has been practicing actively for the past 4 years.
pottery/ceramics
This phrase can be heard on the morning announcements nearly every day, and has become Barton's unofficial motto.
Have a great day, Barton!
This bird has the unique ability to fly both forward and backwards!
Hummingbird
The best literary device you can remember for the Regents, since nearly every passage includes it.
Imagery OR descriptive language
What kind of pet does The Grinch have?
dog
Where did Ms. Sapan go to graduate school?
St. John's University
Did you know that Dr. Forman used to practice as a real doctor? What kind of doctor was he?
Chiropractor
This majestic sea creature is known for having 3 hearts!
Octopus
This is the term for an exaggerated claim not meant to be taken literally
hyperbole
This Mariah Carey hit is known as one of the most popular holiday songs of all time. "All I Want for Christmas" is to know if you can guess what year it was first released!
1994
What high school did Ms. Sapan attend?
Murrow
What year did Clara Barton High School first open?
1939
A group of this furry and fickle animal is known as a "clowder." What animal is it?
cat
What is the term for words that sound similar to the sound they make?
onomatopoeia
Can you recall the name of the actor who become known for his role in the movie Home Alone? Fun fact - he is now 45 years old!
Macaulay Culkin
What was Ms. Sapan's profession before becoming a teacher?
Real Estate Agent