Democracy Debate
What is the meaning of the word "Philosopher?"
Lover of Wisdom
Who is Jonas?
Jonas is the main character in The Giver.
Why is coming to school everyday important?
So you do not miss out on all the learning.
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What is a simile?
Compared 2 things using "like" or "as"
The time and place of a story is called the what?
Setting
What was Socrate's idea of democracy?
Only wise and just people should govern.
What is the name of Jonas' little sister and how old is she?
Jonas' little sister is Lily and she is 7 years old.
Why is wearing uniform important?
It tells us that you are a student of that school.
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Boom, Bang, Zap
Onomatopoeia
Who is the main character for the story cow music?
The main character was Celia.
What was Aristotle's idea of democracy?
Educated and common people should each have a role in government.
What is the job of Jonas' mom and dad?
Jonas' mom works for the Department of Justice.
How many absences do you need in order for you to lose your semester incentives?
You need 8 unexcused absences.
The sun was smiling at me is an example of what?
Personification
What is the climax of a story?
The most intense or exciting part of the story.
What was Plato's idea of democracy?
Rule should be shared by philosopher kings, soldiers, and providers of goods.
Being release is celebrated only during these 2 occassions. What are they?
Release of the elderly and release of a newchild.
How many homework strikes do you need to lose your incentives.
You need 12 homework strikes.
What is an alliteration?
Series of words that begin with the same consonant sound.
What are the 5 elements of a story?
Character, Setting, Plot, Conflict, and Resolution.
What was Cicero's idea of democracy?
The Roman Republic: the monarch, aristocracy, and the people is best.
Why is the Ceremony of 12 important?
It marks the transition from childhood to adulthood by assigning each twelve-year-old their lifelong career.
What are some of the ways in which you get a strike and lose your incentive?
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- Not doing homework
- Always being absent
- Not following the rules
What does figurative language mean?
Using words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal meaning.
What does RACES stand for?
R - restate the question
A - answer the question
C - cite text evidence
E - elaborate & explain
S - sum it up