Genres
This genre is comprised of true events and translates as "not-fake"
non-fiction
Romeo and Juliet was influenced by this Greek story.
Pyramus and Thisbe
The definition of theme is...
a lesson/moral/takeaway
While the format of CER paragraphs can vary, what should always stay the same?
paragraphs should always start with CLAIM
This is my 9th year.
This genre includes some sort of magical or supernatural element.
Fantasy
This Greek myth is well-known for describing the dangers and repercussions of seeking too much power and greed.
King Midas
The difference between a topic and theme is...
Topic=one word/too broad
Theme=complete statement/universal to readers
What are the TWO types of evidence?
1)
2)
1) Direct Quote
2) Paraphrase
about 100
I finish a physical book and an audiobook almost every week.
This genre is about a future society gone wrong.
This Greek goddess is the namesake of one of the top-selling shoe and athletic brands today.
Nike
(goddess of victory and strength)
What is wrong with the following theme?
Don't be greedy.
Shouldn't start with "don't"
--lessons aka themes should be worded in what to do instead of what not to do.
What two things go in the MLA citations for evidence?
(_______ ___)
(Author last name Page#)
Nurse.
I switched majors mid-year during my freshman year of college.
This genre is the widest variety and includes topics such as mystery, romance, and sports.
Realistic Fiction
This Greek story explains the dangers of lacking humility and being over-confident in your abilities.
Arachne
What is wrong with the following theme?
Every cloud has a silver lining.
It's a cliche (an overused saying)
--lessons aka themes should not just be common sayings. It should be original to the text.
What is wrong with the following citation?
Pandora did not listen to the sign on the box that said "do not open." (Hyde 2).
There are two periods.
The period should only go AFTER the parenthesis "like this" (Hetland 1).
What is one of my favorite hobbies (besides reading)?
-pickleball
-puzzles
-playing piano
This genre is when the writing is broken up on the page to add pauses, space, and emphasis. It might look like a poem, but it's not. It's a normal story.
Novel in verse.
List three aspects of our current society that can be credited back to Greek culture.
(be specific)
Answers may vary.
Examples:
-biology and the naming of plants and animals
-astrology and the naming of constellations
-math and science concepts such as Pythagorean Theorem
-inventions such as the water wheel and vending machines
-movies and literature such as The Lightning Thief and Shakespeare
Happiness
Answers may very.
**cannot be a cliche
**cannot start with "don't"
How do you cite a website that doesn't have an author?
You put the title in quotations marks
ex: The website said citing can be confusing sometimes ("MLA Citation Guide" 1).
Which one of these is false:
1) I shared a Diet Coke with Bill Gates.
2) Carson Wentz did my laundry.
3) Zach Bryan held my hand.
#3