Poet X Comp
Which of the following is the best definition of the word volition (p. 25-26)?
Ability to take seriously
Respectfulness
Freedom of choice
Perseverance
Freedom of choice
What does the T stand for in TEXAS?
Topic Sentence
Which of the following is a metaphor?
a) "She is as brave as a lion."
b) "The world is a stage."
c) "He runs like the wind."
d) "The stars twinkled like diamonds."
b) "The world is a stage."
Where did Ms. Schneider grow up?
a. New York
b. New Jersey
c. Philly
D. Suburbs near Philly
c. Philly
What is the name of the iconic bell that symbolizes American independence?
A) The Freedom Bell
B) The Independence Bell
C) The Liberty Bell
D) The Justice Bell
C) The Liberty Bell
Which of the following words best describes how the narrator feels about her body at the beginning of Part I?
Self-conscious
Unhappy
Pleased
Comfortable
Self-conscious
What does the X stand for in TEXAS?
eXample
n a narrative, which element usually describes the time and place?
a) Theme
b) Plot
c) Setting
d) Conflict
c) Setting
What sport did she play in college?
a. Basketball
b. Volleyball
c. Softball
d. Cheerleading
b. Volleyball
Which Philadelphia sports team won the World Series in 2008?
A) Philadelphia Eagles
B) Philadelphia 76ers
C) Philadelphia Phillies
D) Philadelphia Flyers
C) Philadelphia Phillies
Which of the following best expresses the main idea of the poem, “After” (p. 52-53)?
Listening to music and writing are Xiomara’s only ways to deal with her emotions.
No matter what she does or doesn’t do, she gets unwanted attention from men and boys.
She is an attractive young woman and everyone thinks so.
She has a great sense of style and it has gotten noticed around the neighborhood.
No matter what she does or doesn’t do, she gets unwanted attention from men and boys.
How many sentences should a TEXAS paragraph have?
5-7
What is the climax of a story?
a) The introduction of characters
b) The most intense point of the story
c) The resolution of the conflict
d) The background information
b) The most intense point of the story
What is her happy food?
a. Ice cream
b. Cheese Fries
c. Pizza
d. Donuts
b. Cheese Fries
What document was signed in Philadelphia in 1776?
A) The Constitution
B) The Declaration of Independence
C) The Bill of Rights
D) The Emancipation Proclamation
B) The Declaration of Independence
Which of the following is NOT a reason why Xiomara resents her twin brother?
He is a genius and never has to struggle for good grades
He can afford to be softer because she is hard enough to defend him, but he does not usually stand up for her
He rarely has to do housework like she does
He is a strong boy and people respect him more than they do her
He is a strong boy and people respect him more than they do her
What does the A stand for in TEXAS?
Analysis
What is personification?
a) A comparison without using "like" or "as."
b) Giving human traits to non-human things.
c) An exaggerated statement.
d) A play on words.
b) Giving human traits to non-human things.
What is her favorite sport to watch?
a. Soccer
b. NBA
c. College Basketball
d. Volleyball
c. College Basketball
Which founding father is known for his experiments with electricity and lived in Philadelphia?
A) Thomas Jefferson
B) George Washington
C) Benjamin Franklin
D) John Adams
C) Benjamin Franklin
Based on what we have read so far in The Poet X what is ONE Theme Statement about the topic of FAMILY.
Answers my vary
When you write a quote from the Poet X, what two things do you need to include?
Acevedo and the page number
Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?
a) "He was as fast as lightning."
b) "I’ve told you a million times."
c) "The leaves danced in the wind."
d) "The fog crept in like a cat."
b) "I’ve told you a million times."
What is her daughters name?
a. Charlotte
b. Emma
c. Kristina
d. Scarlett
d. Scarlett
What popular attraction in Philadelphia features a large collection of American art?
A) Philadelphia Museum of Art
B) Barnes Foundation
C) Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
D) All of the above
D) All of the above