Figurative Language 1
What is simile?
Simile is comparing two unlike things using the words “like” or “as”.
What 3 things does every story need?
Every story needs a beginning, middle and end.
What month is Ms. Carambia's birthday?
Ms. Carambia's birthday is in November.
What is onomatopoeia?
Onomatopoeia is the use of a word to describe or imitate a natural sound
Give an example of Hyperbole
es: I’ve told you a million times to clean up your room! (answers will vary)
What is personification?
Personification is giving human characteristics to things that are not human.
What is the story element that describes how the problem is solved?
The story element that describes how the problem is solved is called the resolution or solution.
What is John's nickname of Ms. Rivas?
John's nickname for Ms. Rivas is catfish
What is metaphor?
Metaphor is comparing two unlike things without using like or as.
What tribe is Salva from? What tribe is Nya from?
Salva is from the Dinka tribe. Nya is from Nuer tribe
What is hyperbole?
Hyperbole is an exaggeration so dramatic, no one could believe it
What information is most likely to be included in the exposition?
The exposition most likely includes the introduction of the characters and setting.
How old is Ms. Rivas?
Ms. Rivas is 30 years old.
What is an example of metaphor?
ex: He is a lion when he fights. (Answers will vary)
Give an example of simile.
Ex: James can run as fast as a horse. (answers will vary).
ex: "CRACK"
What is the purpose of an "Author's Note"?
The purpose of an Author's Note is to give background information regarding the setting and purpose of your story and to inform readers about the topic of your story (answers will vary)
What was Ps. 214's old school colors?
Ps. 214's old school colors were burgundy and grey.
What is Oxymoron?
Oxymoron is opposite terms are used together.
What is Alliteration? Give an example.
Alliteration is the repeating of the same letter or sound.
An example is Sally sang to her sister while playing in the sand. (answers will vary)
What is an example of Oxymoron?
ex: An example of jumbo shrimp (answers will vary)
What is climax?
Climax is the turning point in your story where your character has to make a big decision. Your character will change after the climax
Name 5 teachers that drive to work.
answers will vary
What is an example of personification?
ex: The wind was whistling through the trees. (answers will vary)
What was Ms. DeJesus' role in this school before she became Assistant Principal?
Before Ms.DeJesus became Assistant Principal, she was a social worker at this school.