Plot
Jack and Jill ran up the hill to fetch a pail of water. Jack fell down and broke his crown, and Jill came tumbling after.
What is the setting?
The hill
What does the acronym STEAL stand for?
Says/Speech, Thoughts, Effects on Others, Actions, Looks
What type of conflict is being used?
After breaking his mother's favorite vase, Casey struggles to decide whether he should tell his mother the truth or attempt to hide his mistake and blame the family dog.
Person vs. Self (Internal Conflict)
List and define the 3 different types of irony.
Verbal, Situational, Dramatic. Definition will be reviewed by your teacher.
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So
In "The Necklace," the invitation to the ball could be considered what part of the plot?
The inciting incident
How could you characterize Jonathan? Which part of STEAL would you use?
Jonathan invited a bunch of friends over to his house. He then talked to them for hours about all the trophies that he had won, his rare comic book collection, and how much money his dad makes. His friends did not enjoy their time at Jonathan's.
Self obsessed, Prideful, Show off- Speech, Actions, Effect on Others
Ronny has won second place in the science fair for the last two years, and Newton Robinson has taken first. Ronny hated how Newton gloated and held those victories high over Ronny's head. This year, Ronny will stop at nothing to beat Newton. He has even enlisted the help of a Nobel Prize nominated scientist who was banished from the scientific community for his rouge experiments. Can Ronny and his mad scientist partner win against the undefeated Newton at this year's science fair?
Person vs. Person
What type of irony is being used?
Mrs. Kessel loves parades. Unfortunately, every year she has to travel and she misses the historic Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. The parade has happened every year since 1924! This year she postponed all of her Thanksgiving plans so that she could stay home to watch the balloons and floats. Just as she sits down to watch the parade, she finds out that an overnight wind storm caused this year’s parade to be canceled.
Situational
What are the two scenarios where you would have to use a comma to punctuate a sentence?
1. Combing 2 independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction.
2. When an independent clause comes after a dependent clause. (When a dependent clause comes before an indpendent clause.
In "Gaston" the little girl getting into the car to go home to her mother could be considered what part of the plot?
Falling action
How could you characterize Scott? What part of STEAL would you use?
Scott doesn't talk much, but five girls in our homeroom class are currently competing for his attention. This is nothing new. Girls have liked Scott for as long as I can remember.
Handsome, Good looking
Effect on Others
What type of conflict is being used?
Sam is a dragon warrior trained by the Mountain Master . When their Master is slain by the Lake Leader in the most cowardly of fashions, Sam lays it all on the line to avenge the death of his master. Will Sam overcome the Lake Leader in their fight to the death?
Person vs. Person
Which type of irony is being used?
"Oh, a sweater! That was nice Bobby," said Janet after opening the present. Janet thought the sweater was hideous, but she appreciated her boyfriend’s effort. Still, she exchanged it for some boots the first chance she got. She figured that Bobby would want her to be happy. A week later Bobby made reservations for two at the nicest restaurant in town. "Janet, I want to take you somewhere special," He said. "I have good news to tell you. Wear that sweater that I got you. It'll be perfect." Janet didn’t know how to react, "Um... I don't think that sweater quite matches these boots I want to wear. Is it cool if I just wear it another time?" Bobby huffed, "You know, Janet, that sweater was expensive. The least you could do is act like you appreciate it." Janet saw no other option but to agree to wear the sweater, so she did. Now she was in a pickle.
Dramatic
How could you rewrite this sentence if you wanted the dependent clause to go first?
I went for a run before it started to rain.
Before it started to rain, I went for a run.
In "The Bass, The River, and Shelia Mant," the boy asking Sheila out and preparing the canoe could be considered what part of the plot?
The rising action.
How could you characterize Kylie? Which part of STEAL would you use?
Anna volunteered to help Kylie clean her house. When Anna washed the mirrors, Kylie asked her if she used paper towels instead of newspapers. When Anna admitted that she had, Kylie asked her to redo them. Then, while Anna was sweeping, Kylie corrected her on her technique. "Don't just push the dirt around, Anna. SWEEP it," Kylie told Anna.
Bossy, Picky, Controlling, Etc.
Says/Speech, Actions
What type of conflict is being used?
Janie is on a whitewater-rafting trip along a choppy river when their guide suddenly has a heart attack. Now she and the other passengers must learn to work together to survive the treacherous rapids. As if things weren't bad enough, some of the passengers have spotted a bear following the confused rafters along the shore. Will Janie make it home safely?
Person vs. Nature
What type of irony is being used?
Mr. Kessel loves pie, so Mrs. Kessel decides she will surprise him on Thanksgiving with a homemade pumpkin pie. She works all week getting the ingredients and keeping her plan a secret. Meanwhile, Mr. Kessel wants to do something nice for Mrs. Kessel. Thanksgiving morning, he sneaks out of the house to buy a pumpkin pie to save Mrs. Kessel the trouble of making one. While he is gone, Mrs. Kessel starts baking.
Dramatic.
How many dependent clauses are in the following sentence:
If you want to succeed on the test you could reread your notes or you could review the study guide Mrs. Kessel gave out before the exam.
2
In "The Bass, the River, and Shelia Mant," the narrator cutting in the line could be considered what part of the plot?
The climax
How could you characterize Jake? Which part of STEAL would you use?
Jake is Cassie's older brother. One day they are walking home from school when a cold front rolls in and the temperature drops 20 degrees. Jake is dressed more appropriately for the weather than Cassie. He takes off his hooded sweatshirt and offers it to her. She gratefully accepts. Jake is now colder, but he is happier.
Kind, Generous, Thoughtful, Selfless, Etc.
Actions
Identify the type of conflict:
Brian has the best dog in the world. In fact, he has one of the only dogs in the world. That's because dogs are not allowed in Brian's world, where people believe that dogs spread diseases. Brian's dog will be executed if he is caught. Soon Brian learns of a mysterious underground dog owners club and joins the fight to legalize dogs. Can Brian and his new friends prove to the world that dogs are safe and friendly?
Person vs. Society
What type of irony is being used?
Mr. Kessel is filling his plate with pumpkin pie. Just then, his dog, Pickle, runs into the kitchen. Pickle trips and slides on the hardwood floor, tumbling right into Mr. Kessel! Shocked, Mr. Kessel drops his pie! Wagging her tail, Pickle pounces on the orange mess, and starts scarfing it down. Mrs. Kessel walks into the room, makes eye contact with Mr. Kessel, shrugs and says, “I don’t think she likes pumpkin pie.”
Verbal
How should you punctuate this sentence?
If you want to succeed on the test you could reread your notes or you could review the study guide Mrs. Kessel gave out before the exam.
If you want to succeed on the test, you could reread your notes, or you could review the study guide Mrs. Kessel gave out before the exam.