Storytelling
Power Dynamics
Traditions
Journeys
Class Books
100

This term refers to the literal meaning of a word.

Denotation.

100

Logos refers to...

Logos: The way a writer appeals to logic, facts, and reasoning to impact readers.

100

This term refers to a behavior or habit that is usual, typical, or standard.

Norm.

100

This term refers to a journey from one place to another.

Physical journey.

100

Where does The Crucible take place?

Salem, Massachusetts, in the spring of 1692.

200

This term refers to the arrangement of words and phrases in a sentence.

Syntax.

200

Ethos refers to...

Ethos: the way a writer appeals to ethics, morals, trust, and credibility to impact readers.

200

This term refers to the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation. It is usually marked at certain intervals or times of year.

Tradition.

200

This term refers to the way people's beliefs or mindsets shift over time.

Emotional journey.

200

In The Crucible,Tituba confesses to witchcraft not because she is actually guilty, but to save herself from more severe punishment. Which statement below best explains her reasoning for doing so?

Tituba was from a different social class and feared physical punishment.

300

What are "connotations?"

This term refers to the reader's feelings or associations surrounding a word.

300

List 3 elements of style we look for when reading research-based arguments.

Numbers and statistics, headings, facts, quotes, experiment data, conclusions drawn from experiments, citations, information from opposing sources.
300

Culture can be defined as...

This term refers to the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other social group.

300

The "Hero's Journey" refers to...

A common template that many stories follow.

300

In Crying in H-Mart, what does H-Mart symbolize for Michelle Zauner? 

The connection to her childhood, heritage, and mother

400

What is "pacing?"

This term refers to how fast/slow the writer takes the reader through a story.

400

This term refers to a social concept that is changing or needs to change.

Paradigm shift.

400

What is the difference between a central idea and a theme?

A central idea is a broad topic that comes up repeatedly throughout the book. A theme is a complex moral, message, or lesson about a central idea.

400

List one physical and one emotional journey in The Great Gatsby.

Answers vary.

400

In Crying in H-Mart, why does Umma (Michelle's mom) not immediately tell Michelle about her cancer diagnosis and treatment?

She was hopeful that it would pass, and she would regain her health soon.

500

List 3 elements of style to look for when reading an expository essay about food.

Tone: writer's attitude toward the subject

Description and sensory details: sight, sound, smell, taste, touch

Memories: reflecting on the past from a future point of view

Exaggeration: playing up certain details or emotions to emphasize what was strongest in the moment

500

This term refers to the structures, influences, and relationships of power that exist between individuals or groups of people.

Power Dynamics.

500

List 3 elements of style we look for when reading narratives.

Direct characterization: when the writer directly tells us traits about characters

Indirect characterization: when the writer reveals details about a character without stating them explicitly. (STEAL: Speech, Thoughts, Effects on Others, Actions, Looks).

Theme: complex moral or message, stated directly or indirectly

500

What is the significance of references to "time" in The Great Gatsby? (ex. clocks, seasons, etc.)

Answers vary.

500
In The Great Gatsby, what does the green light symbolize?

Hopes, dreams, and inspiration about the future.