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language & comm.

100

What is the difference between denotation and connotation? Can you give examples?

• Denotation is the literal meaning of a word, its dictionary definition.

• Connotation refers to the ideas or feelings associated with a word, beyond its literal meaning.

• Example: The word "home" denotes a place where someone lives, but its connotation may suggest warmth, comfort, or family.

200

What are some examples of different types of communication 

Different types of communication can be... verbal, nonverbal, written 

300

How can we use language to be more inclusive and respectful of others?

we can use language to...

400

What are some of the challenges or frustrations you've faced when trying to communicate with someone who speaks a different language?

some challenges are...

500

How do you think technology has changed the way we communicate?

technology has changed the way we communicate by...

literature & reading

100

What is a metaphor? Can you identify a metaphor in this sentence: "The world is a stage"?

A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two things without using "like" or "as." It suggests that one thing is another.

• In the sentence, "The world is a stage," the world is being compared to a stage, suggesting that life is like a play where people have roles to perform.

200

what are some of the different types of literature you enjoy?

some literature i enjoy (fiction, non-fiction, poetry)

300

What is the difference between first-person, second-person, and third-person point of view? Can you provide an example of each?

• First-person uses "I" or "we" and the narrator is a character in the story.
  • Example: "I walked down the street and saw a strange figure."

• Second-person uses "you" and directly addresses the reader, making them a part of the story.
  • Example: "You walk down the street and see a strange figure."

• Third-person uses "he," "she," or "they" and the narrator is not a character in the story.
  • Example: "She walked down the street and saw a strange figure."

400

what are some of the challenges or frustrations you've faced when trying to read a difficult book?

some challenges or frustration I've faced...

500

What is the difference between internal and external conflict in a story? Can you think of examples of each?

• Internal conflict occurs within a character’s mind, where they struggle with their own emotions, decisions, or beliefs.
  • Example: A character deciding whether to tell the truth or lie.

• External conflict occurs between a character and an outside force, like another character, society, or nature.
  • Example: A character fighting a villain or trying to survive a natural disaster.

writing & expression

100

What is showing versus telling in writing? Can you provide an example of each?

• Telling is when the writer simply states information or emotions directly (e.g., “She was sad”).

• Showing is when the writer uses descriptive language to convey emotions or actions, allowing the reader to experience it themselves (e.g., “Tears welled up in her eyes as she stared at the empty chair”).

• Showing creates a more immersive and emotional experience for the reader.

200

what are some of the challenges or frustrations you've faced when trying to write something?

some challenges or frustrations I have faced...

300

how can we use writing to share our ideas and opinions with others?

we can use writing by...

400

what are some of the different writing styles you enjoy? (poetry, short stories, essays)

some of the writing styles I enjoy are...

500

if you could write a letter to anyone in the world, who would it be and what would you say?

I would write a letter to...

would you rather

100

would you rather be able to speak every language or have the ability to understand everyone perfectly?

i would rather..

200

would you rather live in a world where everyone spoke the same language or a world where everyone spoke their own unique language 

i would rather...

300

would you rather have the power to make anyone understand you or the power to understand anyone?

I would rather...

400

would you rather live in a world where everyone wrote in cursive or a world where everyone wrote in print?

I would rather...

500

would you rather understand every language in the world but not speak it or speak every language but not understand it?

i would rather...

math

100

can you list all the prime numbers between 1 and 50? what makes a number prime?

2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19, 23, 29, 31, 37, 41, 43, 47 

a prime number is a number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself 

200

What is 3/4 as a decimal? How would you convert 0.75 into a fraction

3/4 as a decimal is 0.75.

0.75 as a fraction is 3/4.

300

What is the next number in the sequence: 2, 4, 8, 16, ___? What do you think the rule is behind this sequence?

The next number in the sequence 2, 4, 8, 16, ___ is 32.

Rule: Each number is multiplied by 2 to get the next number.

400

If it’s 3:15 PM now, what time will it be in 4 hours and 45 minutes?

If it’s 3:15 PM now, in 4 hours and 45 minutes, it will be 8:00 PM.

500

Can you estimate the answer to 97 × 43 without using a calculator? How would you round the numbers to make it easier?

97 × 43 ≈ 100 × 40 = 4000 (rounding the numbers to make it easier)