POV & Theme
This is the point of view when the narrator is a character in the story and uses "I" or "Me"
What is the first-person point of view?
“She was as busy as a bee all day.” What figurative language is this ?
What is Simile?
“The loud ‘buzz’ of the bee startled everyone in the garden.” What does onomatopoeia mean?
A word that imitates the sound it represents.
What does the R/A in RACES stand for?
The R stands for Restate, and the A stands for Answer
“Emma shared her lunch with the new student even though she didn’t have much herself. She noticed he looked nervous and unsure about where to sit. Instead of keeping her own food, she offered half of her sandwich and a cookie. Her friends watched as she smiled and welcomed him to their table. Everyone could see she genuinely cared about making him feel included.” Question: What character trait does Emma show ?
This shows that Emma is kind and generous
From this perspective, the narrator is privy to the thoughts and feelings of all the characters.
What is third person point of view?
“The classroom was a zoo during recess.” What figurative language is being used here
What is a Metaphor?
“The sun sank behind the mountains, painting the sky with shades of pink and orange. What does imagery mean?
Language that creates a picture in the reader’s mind using details of sight, sound, smell, touch, or taste.
Read this response below.
Jackson does a great job of showing how everyone in the village believes that the lottery is a necessary ritual that shouldn't be forgotten. In the text, it expresses how Old Man Warner says the other towns would be crazy to get rid of the lottery:" What part of RACES should this fall under ?
What is the C in RACES?
“Leo refused to give up, even when the puzzle seemed impossible. He stared at the pieces, frustrated, but took a deep breath and tried again. Every time a piece didn’t fit, he adjusted his approach and kept going. His classmates were ready to quit, but he encouraged them to keep working too. In the end, Leo solved the puzzle through determination and patience.” Question: What character trait does Leo show?
The character trait that Leo shows is that he is Persistent or determined
Read the following excerpt: “Jordan watched the bus pull away from the curb and felt his stomach sink. He wondered if he would ever see his best friend again. As he walked home, he kicked a pebble down the sidewalk and tried to stay calm. No one else noticed how nervous he felt, but the thoughts raced through his mind the entire walk.” What point of view is this being told from?
What is third person point of view
“The wind whispered through the trees.” What figurative language is being used?
What is personification?
“First, the story begins with a mysterious letter. Then, the hero searches for clues. Finally, the mystery is solved.” What does plot mean?
The sequence of events that make up a story.
Write an accurate Restate & Answer for the following prompt:
Why do Poets use Hyperbole in their poems?
Answers will vary. Team earns points by having a correct answer!
Read the passage below and then answer the following question that follows: “Nina slammed her notebook shut and stomped out of the room after getting a low grade. She muttered under her breath about how unfair it was. Her hands trembled slightly as she clenched her backpack straps. Outside, she sat on the bench, staring at the ground and taking deep breaths. Her friends approached her, but she wasn’t ready to talk yet.” How is Nina Feeling in this moment?
Nina is feeling frustrated, angry, or upset
Read the following excerpt below: “The bell rang, and students rushed into the classroom. Papers shuffled, chairs scraped, and voices filled the room. The teacher stood at the front and waited for silence. A notebook fell to the floor, but no one stopped to pick it up.” What point of view is this being told from ?
What is third person point of view
“The creeping cat cautiously climbed the crumbling wall.” What figurative language is being used here?
What is Alliteration?
“The two friends argued over who should get the last piece of cake, which caused tension between them.” What does conflict mean?
A struggle or problem in a story between characters, forces, or within a character.
Write down the number of the sentence that expresses the E in RACES
I believe that Nicholas & Manny are the best scholars in 6th Grade. Based on their ELA performances this year, they both have been consistent with their work. They have not only doing well in class but also practicing at home. According to their grades, Manny & Nicholas both have 85% on their test grades & 90% on homework. This shows that both scholars are taking the time to study, take notes, and are performing when it matters. In conclusion, Manny and Nicholas have both been excellent throughout the first half of the year
Sentence 5
$300 – Determine Motivation
“Maya practiced every day for the spelling bee because she wanted to win the trophy. She spent hours memorizing difficult words, quizzing herself, and writing sentences to remember meanings. Her parents encouraged her, but she pushed herself even harder. On weekends, she would quiz her younger sibling just for extra practice. Everything she did was aimed at preparing for the big day and proving she could succeed.” What is Maya’s motivation?
Maya motivation is to win the spelling bee
“I knew I shouldn’t have taken the shortcut, but I did anyway. Now the sky was getting darker, and every sound made my heart race. You might think I was brave, but I didn’t feel brave at all. I just kept walking, hoping I’d make it home before nightfall.” Whose point of view is this being told from?
What is first person point of view
“The golden sun dipped behind the mountains, casting long, orange shadows across the sparkling lake.” What figurative language is being used here
What is imagery?
“It was a dark and stormy night in the abandoned house, making everyone feel uneasy and scared.” What does setting and tone mean?
Setting refers to the time and place where a story takes place; tone is the author’s attitude or feeling conveyed through the story.
Write out the letters of RACES and what each letters job is?
R
A
C
E
S
Restate: Lets the reader know the question
Answer: Lets the reader know your answer to the question
C: Gives evidence that your response is accurate
E: Explains how your evidence connects to your answer
S: Tells the Restate and Answer in a new way. Lets reader remember what your topic/opinion is
Read the excerpt below: “Sara loves helping her classmates, while Nina always keeps to herself and doesn’t offer assistance. Sara raises her hand to answer questions and stays after class to explain difficult concepts. Nina watches quietly and only participates when directly asked. During group projects, Sara takes initiative to make sure everyone understands their part, while Nina works independently and rarely offers input. The two girls approach school in very different ways, showing how contrasting personalities can affect interactions.” How are Sara and Nina different?
Sara is helpful, Nina is reserved or independent