Literary Devices
Bridge to Terabithia is an extremely descriptive book. What do we call the literary device where you use vivid details to paint an image in the reader's mind?
Imagery
Who was the fastest runner in the fifth grade?
Leslie Burke
What was Jess's first impression of Leslie?
He thought she was a little weird, and he was a bit intimidated by her.
What is the name of Leslie and Jess's dog?
Prince Terrien ("PT")
What Holiday will be celebrated on November 27th, 2025?
Thanksgiving!
The quote below is an example of what literary device?
"She had left him stranded there - like an astronaut wandering on the moon."
Simile
What event initially drew Leslie and Jess together to become friends?
When Leslie admitted to the class that she didn't have a TV, Jess felt sympathy for her.
Why was Jess jealous when Leslie was spending a lot of time with her father?
1. He was losing time with her.
2. He saw how close she is with her dad, and he does not share the same relationship with his own father.
What is the name of Jess's youngest sister?
Joyce Ann
What is Ms. Coombs's dog's name?
Scout :)
The sound the car makes, "baripity baripity," is an example of what literary device?
Onomatopoeia
What did we discover about Janice Avery in the chapter "The Golden Room"?
She has a very difficult home life due to her father.
Give at least one difference in character traits between Jess and Leslie.
*Multiple accepted answers
Example: Jess is more timid/cautious, Leslie is more confident and adventurous
What color hair does Ms. Edmunds have?
Black
How many brothers does Ms. Coombs have?
2 older brothers
A simile is a comparison using ______ or ______.
like; as
After Leslie dies, Mr. Aarons cradles Jess like a ________.
baby
What does Leslie say writing the fake love note to Janice Avery will be the most effective "punishment" for her?
It would cause her embarrassment.
"You know what girls like Janice Avery hate most?...Being made a fool of."
Why does Brenda say Jess doesn't care about the fact that Leslie died?
He is munching on pancakes, not crying the morning after finding out.
How many species of dog are there in the world?
Over 300!!
What is Terabithia a metaphor for?
*Multiple accepted answers
Examples: Safety, trust, imagination, freedom, etc.
Who is this book dedicated to?
The author's son's best friend (Lisa), who died when he was very young.
Why are Jess's older sisters so concerned about what they will wear to church on Easter?
They worry about how they will look and what others will think of them based on their appearance. They are, to put it plainly, superficial.
Where did Leslie move to West Virginia from?
Virginia (Arlington, specifically)
How many times per SECOND does a hummingbird flap its wings?
Between 50 and 100!