Punctuation/ Grammar
What is a conjunction?
a word that joins or connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence
for, and, nor, or, because, yet
What is the vocabulary word for:
anyone who judges the quality of other people’s work
critic
Who is the author of The Outsiders?
S.E. Hinton
What do Chicago's baseball and football teams' mascot have in common?
both are bears
Cubs - Bears
Which two team rivalry is the oldest in NFL history?
Bears/Packers since 1921
Is the folllowing a dependent or independent clause?
Although they practiced everyday.
How do you know?
Dependent - because it has "although" at the beginning meaning that something has to happen in contrast of that clause.
What does conviction mean?
a belief or opinion that is strongly held
Name a two characters from The Outsiders.
One must be a soc.
Bob Sheldon – Cherry Valance’s boyfriend; involved in Johnny’s death
Randy Adderson – Bob’s best friend; later shows remorse and growth
Cherry (Sherri) Valance – A Soc who becomes empathetic toward the Greasers
Marcia – Cherry’s friend; appears early in the novel
Paul Holden – A Soc who fights Darry; previously a friend of Darry’s
what is the formula for area of a circle?
A=pi X r2
A=πr2
What rhetorical appeals are being used below?
Student: Why should we start a recycling program at school?
Speaker: Every year, our school throws away hundreds of plastic bottles, which harms the environment. If we recycle, we reduce waste and protect animals from pollution. It’s a simple change that can help our planet.
Logos: Uses facts and reasoning about waste and impact
Pathos: Appeals to care for the environment and animals
What does AAAWWUBBIS mean or stand for?
Explain then list at least 5 of the words for the acronym.
A= after A=although A=as
W= when W=while
U=until
B= because B=before
I= if
S=since
What does elation mean?
a feeling of happiness, pride, or high spirits
In what state was the setting of The Outsiders?
*200 points extra if you correctly name the city too.
Oklahoma
City - Tulsa
What number did Walter Payton have on his jersey?
34
Student: Why should we choose you as the team leader?
Speaker: I’ve been team captain in two other classes, and both groups finished on time with strong grades. I also made a clear plan so everyone knows their role, which will help us stay organized and succeed.
Ethos: Shows leadership experience and responsibility
Logos: Explains a logical plan for success
How would you cite the following statement taken from a novel by Rodman Philbrick, taken from page 9.
He wants me to die.
“He wants me to die” (Philbrick 9).
or
Philbrick writes, “He wants me to die” (9).
What is the vocabulary word that means:
damaged or spoiled
marred
What are the names of the kids in the Veldt?
Peter and Wendy
What was the Super Bowl number or year that this super start sand the national anthen.
https://youtu.be/_n9bxfxE25Y?si=gs8gthAVmbj4ojO_
Whitney Houston sang the national anthem at Super Bowl XXV on January 27, 1991, in Tampa, Florida, delivering an iconic performance.
What is the nickname of The Packers’ stadium, Lambeau Field?
Frozen Tundra
What is the word of when you state the evidence in your own words, not using the exact words?
paraphrasing
Use three words in one complete sentence.
You have 90 seconds to plan.
Conviction Critic Elation Intellect Marred
Noble Stifle Timid Valiant Warrant
*teacher approved
What is the name of the mother or father in the story the Veldt?
100 points extra if you get both correct
Lydia and George
This year 2026 is the 60th Super Bowl.
Go to the white board and write the following numbers in Roman Numerals.
Example: 3 is written III and 4 is written IV
60, 61, 62
If you don't get all three, you can earn 100 points for each that you do get correct.
60 LX
61 LXI
62 LXII
What is the name of the mascot for the Chicago Bears?
The mascot for the Chicago Bears is Staley Da Bear