Syllabussin'
What is the KHSA Reading Requirement?
60 minutes (30 at home + 30 at school)
Which figurative technique does the quote below employ:
"Brandon brought banana pancakes for the big breakfast."
Alliteration
The novel takes place over the course of one elevator ride. How long does the ride last?
60 seconds
How many years did Feuer and Schneider teach together before this year?
a. 1 year
b. 2 years
c. 5 years
d. 6 years
b. 2 years
What is the KHSA mascot?
TIGER
How much of your grade is Homework worth?
20%
Which figurative technique does the quote below employ:
"After the rowdy student jumped off of the desk...CRASH! The desk hit the floor."
Onomatopoeia
What is Will's brother's name?
Shawn
Which of the following statements are FALSE about Mr. Feuer?
a. He can juggle
b. His favorite superhero is Spider-Man
c. He has two younger sisters
d. He is over 30 years old
d. He is over 30 years old
How long ago did the KHSA DreamEscape Library begin collecting books?
a. 1 year ago
b. 2 years ago
c. 3 years ago
d. 4 years ago
b. 2 years ago
How many TESTS can you expect per quarter?
2 per quarter
Which figurative technique does the quote below employ:
"As the sun sets over the horizon, streaks of scarlet and yellow paint the blue sky."
Imagery
Will is determined to follow “The Rules” after his brother is murdered. Name one of The Rules.
“No crying,” “No snitching,” or “Get revenge”
What is Ms. Schneider's daughter's name?
a. Tiffany
b. Rosie
c. Scarlett
d. Sarah
c. Scarlett
What are the names of our TWO Principals?
Dr. Eren and Ms. Jackmon
What category is worth 30% of your grade?
ENGAGEMENT
Which figurative technique does the quote below employ:
"After the lighting danced across the sky, thunder struck in the distance."
Personification
As Will rides the elevator, people who have died in the past get on. What do they all have in common?
They are all killed as a result of gun violence
What are Mr. Feuer's cats' names?
a. Ricky and Kitty
b. Aaron Judge and Reese's Puffs
c. Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Jalen Brunson
d. Tom and Jerry
c. Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Jalen Brunson
What is the street address of KHSA?
2463 Emerald St.
If you miss a deadline, how long do you have to submit the assignment? What is the MAX score?
1 week, 80% max
Which figurative technique does the quote below employ:
"Life is a highway, and I want to ride it all night long."
Metaphor
Who is the author of Long Way Down?
Jason Reynolds
What job did Mr. Oxley have before deciding to pursue his teaching career?
Restaurant Manager (at Green Eggs Cafe)
How do you spell the art teacher's name?
S-M-A-C-Z-Y-L-O