A Fence in the Sun
It's all figurative
Rhetoric Rhetoric Rhetoric
It's Lit!
Equalizers
100

Walter, Travis and Beneatha are all central  characters of this Harlem Renaissance inspired text. 

What is a Raisin in Sun? 

100

After running the marathon, I felt like I’d aged a century; every bone in my body ached as if they’d turn to dust.

What is HYPERBOLE?

100

How can we call ourselves free if we cannot speak our minds without fear?

What is RHETORICAL QUESTION?

100

This majestic lion represents a biblical figure in the mythical land of Narnia.

Who is Aslan?

100

In 2012 this social media platform reached over one billion active users making it the first to ever do so. 

What is Facebook?

200

Troy's aggravation towards Cory's dreams are inspired by this. 

What is his failed achievements in the negro baseball league?

200

The storm raged across the land, its furious fists pounding against the earth, as if the sky itself were enraged.

What is PERSONIFICATION?

200

Boldly breaking boundaries, she brought brightness back to a world buried in bleakness.

What is ALLITERATION?

200

“ Inhale deep like the words of my breath. I never sleep, because sleep is the cousin of death."

 Shakespeare quote or song lyric?

What is song lyric? 

Bonus for Nas 

200

The overall "most watched" sporting event.

What is the World Cup?

300

What theme is highlighted when Beneatha calls Walter a "toothless rat" in A Raisin in the Sun?

A) The impact of broken dreams on family relationships.

B) The importance of family loyalty and support.

C) The struggle for gender equality within the family.

What is A?

300

The city was a sprawling beast, its skyscrapers like jagged teeth in the mouth of the horizon.

What is METAPHOR?


300

As someone who has dedicated over 30 years to researching climate change, I assure you that immediate action is crucial for our planet's survival.

What is ETHOS?

300

Literary character who is " unconditionally and irrevocably in love" with a mythological creature.

Who is Bella Swan?

300

Currently it is the most sold book series of all time.

What is Harry Potter?

400

After Troy tells Cory that he doesn’t have to "like" him, Rose reminds Troy that “times have changed.” This theme is emphasized:


A) The difference in parental roles which suggests that Rose believes Cory should have the chance to pursue his own path rather than strictly following Troy's rules.

B) The inevitability of change, which suggests that Troy must adapt to societal shifts that are bringing new opportunities for African Americans.

C) The complexities of respect and authority within the family, highlighting Rose’s belief that parents must focus more on understanding than on control.

What is B? 

400

As she stood up to present her idea, she felt like David facing Goliath, small but determined against the towering opposition.

What is ALLUSION?

400

She was full of hope in a world full of despair, standing tall in the shadows of doubt.

What is ANTITHESIS?

400

Loki the Trickster God, Malificent the scorned villain and Anakin Skywalker the tragic hero all represent this 9 word figure in almost all stories. 

What is archetype?

400

The lightest element on the periodic table.

Hydrogen 

500

When Mama says, "Death done come in this here house," what theme does this statement emphasize in the play?


A) The loss of hope and dreams, as Mama feels that Walter’s actions have brought despair into their family.

B) The fear of literal death, where Mama worries that danger threatens the family's physical well-being.

C) The tension between family loyalty and betrayal, as Mama sees Walter’s choices as a “death” of family unity. 

What is A?

500

The bittersweet silence lingered between them, a quiet clash of love and resentment.

What is OXYMORON?

500

To fight for justice, to stand for truth, and to lift up those who have fallen — this is our purpose.

What is PARALLELISM?

500

Bob's Burgers, The Office, Rick and Morty, SpongeBob, and Wandavision all represent this literary turned art movement.

Whats is Postmodernism?

500

Gen z age range.

What is 12-27 years old?