Core Lit.
In Hatchet, what happened to the pilot that caused Brian's plane to crash?
He had a heart attack.
Where/when the story takes place.
This Greek philosopher and teacher was sentenced to death by the Athenian government for his teaching practices.
Socrates
What are the names of Mrs. Walker's children?
Clara and Christopher
Name a Somerset 6th grade Math or ELA teacher OTHER than Mrs. Walker or Mrs. Ramirez
Flanders, Layne, Leigh, Cavanah, Bowen, Xavier, Souza, Argain
In Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, what are the names of Percy's two sidekicks?
Annabeth and Grover
Short stories that teach a moral lesson
Fables
For what purpose were the pyramids built?
As burial tombs and monuments to the pharaohs
How many years old is Mrs. Walker?
36
Who was president before Obama?
In Hatchet, what is "the secret"?
His mother is having an affair with another man
Essays should begin with one of these to grab the reader's attention.
hook
The first humans emerged on this continent.
Africa
What is Mrs. Walker's favorite soda?
Coke - 300pts
Coke Zero - +100 bonus points
How many Harry Potter books are there in total?
7
In Roll of Thunder, what was TJ accused of stealing from the Barnett's store?
Gun - 400pts
Pearl-handled pistol - +100pts
An author's attitude toward a subject. Examples include sarcasm, enthusiasm, or pessimism.
tone
Name one civilization that we studied this year that DID NOT practice polytheism.
Israelites
Which two grades has Mrs. Walker taught OTHER than 6th grade?
3rd and 8th
What is the name of Somerset's librarian?
Mrs. Heather Grigsby
In Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, where is Mt. Olympus located?
What are the five elements of a story's plot?
Introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
Name three of the six key characteristics of a civilization.
(+200 bonus points if you can name all six!)
cities, government, religion, writing, art, social structure
+200 pts for naming all 6!
Which month was Mrs. Walker born in?
+200pts for the day
March 11th
Which famous film director was born in Modesto?
George Lucas