Character Traits
When we are talking about character traits we are referring to...
what is a character's personality
The definition of theme?
what is the lesson, message, or moral that the author wanted you to takeaway from the story.
They're stands for
what is they are
ELA stands for
what is English Language Arts (in high school it is simply referred to as "English" usually)
Mr. L's favorite football team
what is the New England Patriots
If scared is a feeling, what word captures a person who is often or always scared?
what is timid or fearful
The theme in Casey at the Bat
what is "never be arrogant because that will lead to your downfall"
Further with the U captures figurative distance, whereas farther with the A refers to...
what is physical distance
The main character of a story is referred to as the...
what is the protagonist
The town Mr. Lumpkin grew up in
what is Bloomfield
Students who come to class ready to learn with their heads up, laptops charged, and willing to engage in discussions…
what is responsible or hard working
Mr. M was doing a unit on healthy living with his students. All week he taught his students about eating the correct foods like fruits and vegetables. Over the weekend, some of Mr. M's students were at the mall and saw him eating pizza, a milkshake, and candy. Mr. M's student, Kendal, was going to order a salad, but now decided to order junk food too. What is the theme?
A: Actions speak louder than words; B: Never eat pizza at the mall; C: Vegetables are good for you
what is A: Actions speak louder than words
When an author makes an indirect reference to something that they expect the reader to understand...
what is allusion
This can be used to tie up loose ends, explore the story’s aftermath, or give a final sense of conclusion...
what is epilogue
Mr. L’s catchphrase when he wants you to add more to your response…
hint: “add more…"
what is meat and potatoes or just "beef"
A person who feels superior or too proud of themselves can be considered?
what is Arrogant
Kendal wanted to become a teacher for as long as he could remember. In college, when his friends were out at the mall or going out with friends, Kendal spent a lot of his time studying. At graduation, Kendal graduated with high honors and was offered a job shortly after. What is the theme?
what is hard work and dedication pays off
Words that sound the same but have different spellings and meanings are considered?
what is/are homophones
This can be used to add something crucial to the story and establish the setting /build the world for your reader...
what is prologue
How old is Mr. L
what is 27
What makes a trait different than a feeling?
A trait captures a character's daily, typical personality.
A feeling is an "in the moment" emotional state of being.
A true theme that is timeless and applicable to many different situations is called?
what is universal theme
What is one technique for figuring out when to use Affect vs Effect?
what are:
Affect is a verb, Effect is a noun
Affect means to cause a change or influence over something
Effect means result
A person who, in the opinion of others, has special achievements, abilities, or personal qualities and is regarded as a role model or ideal...
what is hero
Who is Mr. L's celebrity crush/valentine of 2021?
Who is Amanda Gorman, though Rihanna, Zendaya, and Ariana Grande are all honorable mentions.