Vocab to Know!
If Mrs. Hinson is talking about how much she loves, admires, and respects Taylor Swift, we could say that Swift's work is being _________.
A. mocked
B. bemused
C. revered
d. admonished
C. revered
True or false?
John Proctor RARELY misses church.
False.
He does not like Reverend Parris' preaching.
(He thinks too much time is spent talking about Hell rather than God).
Describe the difference between tone and mood.
Tone is how the author or narrator feels.
Mood is how the reader feels.
What does syntax mean?
the way that an author arranges words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language (think of it as an author's style in their writing)
Which popular Christmas beverage is also called "milk punch?"
Eggnog
If every line in a speech begins with the same exact PHRASE, what device is the speaker utilizing?
A. Personification
B. Parallel structure
C. Alliteration
D. Hyperbole
B. Parallel structure
Who is known as the "witch craft expert" and is called on to help with the chaos?
Reverend Hale
Name one reason why "myths" or "mythology" was created. For what purpose?
(Other than entertainment)
Possible answers:
- To teach us how to live a fulfilling life
- Learn about life outside of our own experiences
- They inspire us to be a "hero" in our own way
- They allow us to think about how the world came to be as it is (understand miracles)
- To cope with the problems of the world
What is the DEPENDENT clause in the following sentence?
"Laura forgot her friend's birthday, so she sent her a card when she finally remembered. "
"when she finally remembered."
Which Hollywood actor played 6 different roles in the film "The Polar Express?"
Tom Hanks
Based on these sentences, provide a synonym for "viz."
"All types of data viz. text, audio, video, pictures, graphics, can be transmitted through networking."
"The later two problems, viz. his debt and his back pain, could not be so easily solved."
Possible answers:
namely,
that is to say,
in other words,
(Viz is an abbreviation for the word videlicet, meaning "which is" or "as follows.")
"Never in this world! I know you, John--you are this moment singing secret hallelujahs that your wife will hang!"
Who said this?
Abigail.
What are the three parts of an annotation?
1) summary
2) evaluation
3) reflection
"Meet me by the house. Next to the tree. The one I love to climb."
What is being used in the above example?
A. Periodic sentence
B. Cumulative sentence
C. fragment
D. appositive
C. fragment
(an partial sentence that is missing a necessary part).
Name FOUR of Santa's reindeer.
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet and Cupid, "Dunder" and "Blixem"
Which word means the following: very enthusiastic or passionate?
A. fawning
B. ardent
C. dubious
D. indignant
B. ardent
Why does Proctor not drop the charges against the court when he hears that his wife is pregnant and will be spared for at least a year?
The wives of his friends are still accused.
What two things should usually be mentioned in the fourth (or final) sentence of a precis?
Intended audience and tone.
True or false?
A periodic sentence ends with an INDEPENDENT clause.
Example: TRUE!!!
A periodic sentence leaves the main clause for the very end, creating a sense of suspense. For example:
Unable to join the others at the dance because of my sprained ankle, I went to a movie.
Three French hens
What does it mean to use "colloquial" language?
To use casual, conversation, or "non-formal" language.
What did Martha Corey do to be accused?
Giles mentions to one of the court officials that his wife stays up late to read her books, hides the books from him, and that sometimes her reading keeps him from being able to finish his prayers.
Name THREE of the four functions of myth.
(You do not need to name these for the exam, but it might be helpful to know what they do).
Mystical
Cosmological
Sociological
Pedagogical
Provide a sentence about Dr. Lofton that uses an APPOSITIVE.
Example answer:
Dr. Lofton, the principal of Spring Hill High School, grew out his beard for the holiday season.
In the movie, "Elf," Buddy has a very unique meal that he loves to eat.
What is the meal (and include at least three of the toppings that he adds).
spaghetti with:
maple syrup, sprinkles, mini-marshmallows, Hershey's chocolate syrup, M&M's, and Frosted Chocolate Fudge Pop-Tarts.