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Characterization
Grammar
Central Idea
Point of View
Connotation/Denotation
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Vera looked as if a strong gust of wind might carry her away. Vera is: resourceful, unhappy, small, brilliant
What is SMALL?
100
These are used to show an abrupt break in thought.
What is DASHES?
100
The primary concept of a passage.
What is MAIN IDEA?
100
First person point of view involves the use of either of the two pronouns __ & __.
What is "I" or "Me"?
100
A word’s _____ is its dictionary definition
What is denotation?
200
The way an author reveals the traits and personality of the characters.
What is CHARACTERIZATION?
200
These are used to separate parts of a sentence.
What are COMMAS?
200
SUMMARIZE in 1 sentence As young Americans mature into adults, they are tempted by the allure of easy credit. Credit card companies attempt to ensnare young people by giving away "free" headphones or sports towels in return for completing credit applications. Many of these young people go on to accumulate debt through undisciplined spending. They pay much more than the original loan because they are charged a high rate of interest and it takes them years to repay their debts. It is best to avoid this debt prison altogether.
What is "how certain young people can become burdened with debt.?"
200
In literature, _____ is the mode of narration that an author employs to let the readers “hear” and “see” what takes place in a
What is point of view?
200
The thoughts and feelings associated with a certain word are called the _____.
What is connotation?
300
A character might achieve something great without letting the accomplishment go their head.
What is HUMBLE?
300
Used to set off material that is loosely related to the rest
What are PARENTHESES?
300
The main idea is usually reinforced by a series of other points or details which support the premise of the main idea. These are called supporting ideas and they may be _____ or _____.
What is "stated or implied."
300
_____ _____ point of view uses pronouns like “he,” “she,” “it,” “they,” or a name.
What is "third-person"?
300
Which headline would you be likely to find in the Cubs’ hometown paper? a. Cubs Trounce Cards 5–3 b. Cards’ Effort Falls Short; Cubs Win 5–3
What is "Cubs Trounce Cards 5–3"?
400
Ariel peeked into the package and thought she might explode. “An iPad! You got me my own iPad?” Ariel is: anxious, excited, sensitive, meek
What is EXCITED?
400
Used when part of a word must be carried over from one line to the next
What are HYPHENS?
400
Soccer is known in some countries as football. It is a popular sport across the world, with over 200 countries playing the sport. It is estimated that over 250 million people, both men and women, play soccer. The sport has been part of the Olympic games from 1900 to 1928 and from 1936 to today.
What is "Soccer is a worldwide sport."?
400
The Scarecrow found a tree full of nuts and filled Dorothy's basket with them, so that she would not be hungry for a long time. She thought this was very kind and thoughtful of the Scarecrow, but she laughed heartily at the awkward way in which the poor creature picked up the nuts. His padded hands were so clumsy that he dropped almost as many as he put in the basket. But the Scarecrow did not mind how long it took him to fill the basket, for it enabled him to keep away from the fire, as he felt that a spark might get into his straw and burn him up.
What is third-person omniscient?
400
Which newspaper favors the development project? a. Mall to Destroy 300 Homes b. Mall to Bring 3,000 Jobs
What is "b. Mall to Bring 3,000 Jobs"?
500
Max could play almost any instrument and never failed to draw an admiring crowd when he did. Direct or Indirect Characterization
What is INDIRECT?
500
It is normally a linking verb showing existence or the condition of the subject.
What is "To Be"?
500
The Constitution of the U.S. has been amended several times to allow more citizens the right to vote. The 15th Amendment, ratified in 1870, extended voting rights to former slaves. The 19th Amendment, ratified in 1920, gave women the right to vote. In 1971, the 26th Amendment granted voting rights to those 18 years and older, changing the requirement that voters must be 21 years old.
What is "The Constitution has been amended several times to grant more citizens the right to vote."?
500
To Make French Toast: First, take out a skillet to cook and turn the stove on low. Second, you will melt the butter in the pan and stir it with a spatula. Third, beat the eggs. Fourth, lay the bread, white or wheat, on both sides in the eggs. Fifth, sit the bread on top of butter for 30 seconds and then turn over. Now you have a slice of French toast, repeat.
What is second-person?
500
Number the words from most positive connotation to most negative connotation. thin bony slim anorexic slender
What is "1. slim, 2. slender, 3. thin, 4. bony, 5. anorexic"?