Point of View
Pete didn't feel like doing homework. He felt like playing baseball. He grabbed his mitt off the shelf and began to fantasize about being out in the field. His fantasy was interrupted shortly by the opening of his bedroom door. It was his mom. She started to yell, "Pete, you're not failing baseball class! You're failing math class! You need to study. Put the mitt away!" Pete put the mitt away, but he didn't know the first thing about studying math
3rd Person Limited
A hairstylist has a bad haircut.
Situational Irony
Is "the cycle of violence" a theme?
No; it is not a statement.
Hero vs. Nature
Hero vs. Character
Hero vs. Technology
Hero vs. Society
Hero vs. the Supernatural
It was a quarter past 1 in the afternoon when I finally woke up. When I looked out the window, I gasped--it was as if the most perfect, autumnal landscape just materialized in my backyard as I slept. Its beauty scolded me for sleeping in. I immediately jumped up to bask in its presence.
1st Person POV
When we the audience know that the Sanderson sisters are real witches but the townspeople do not...
Dramatic irony
Is "Bambara believes one must be confident but not overly competitive" a theme? Why or why not?
No, it is not universal.
A Narrative is just another name for....
a story!
As you buckle your seatbelt, safety instructions are broadcast over the inflight system. A stewardess models the actions in sync with the broadcast. You turn to your right. An extremely rotund man is snoring. He looks like he is about to fall onto your shoulder. You look to your left. You see a man with a Mohawk is listening to loud punk music. You can hear it as though your were the one wearing headphones. You sigh and pull up your tray table as instructed.
2nd Person POV
Verbal Irony
What two things must a theme be? Explain what those two things mean.
A statement and Universal
The climax is directly connected to the ________ of the story.
conflict.
April opened the escape hatch. She was afraid to jump, but she realized that the airship was sinking. She looked at Vince, who was strapping on his parachute. "We'll be okay," Vince said. Vince was calm on the outside but incredibly nervous and unsure on the inside.
3rd Person Omniscient
What's the supposed difference between verbal irony and sarcasm?
Sarcasm= intent to harm
Example: Irony: "What great weather we're having today." Sarcasm- "Nice going leaving your umbrella at home!"
Offer a theme about love.
Examples may vary... "Love is the most powerful force in the world." Love can blind you..
What is the difference between flat vs. round, static vs. dynamic characters?
flat= 2-dimensional, undeveloped characters who can usually be summed up in 1-2 traits
round= 3-dimensional, developed characters who are complex
static= character who stays the same
dynamic= character who undergoes a fundamental change
The parade marched down the street. It was led by a caped drummer. He set a stately pace and tapped the accompanying rhythm. A marching band followed behind him, matching his pace. Behind the band were floats of all sizes and designs. Children and adults were riding on the floats, tossing out penny candies, streamers, and plastic prizes. The street was lined with people. The noises of revelry filled the streets
Third Person Objective
A hero shares his undying love for a heroine in a note that falls under a desk. The hero just assumes the heroine doesn’t return his feelings
Dramatic irony
Offer a theme about hope.
Answers vary... some examples may be: Hope is sometimes the only light in the dark... or "Hope has the power to keep you going in the hardest of times."
Say the plot diagram in order (using the correct terminology)
Exposition
Rising Action
Climax
Falling Action
Denouement