Literature Terms
What is a metaphor?
A comparison between two things. (Does NOT use "like" or "as")
Where are the hall passes located?
Info-Station bulletin board
What animal does Ms. M have?
Potbelly pig named Hamlet
What is the name of the town the Grinch steals holiday presents and decorations from in the book How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
Whoville
What is the first rule listed on our classroom expectations?
Be respectful.
What is a narrator?
The person telling the story
What should you do if you need a pencil?
Get pencil from supply drawer on Ms. M's desk.
What is Ms. M's favorite band?
Journey
In The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, what magical country does the White Witch put a spell on so that it is always winter but never Christmas?
Narnia
How many people will be allowed in the Book Nook at one time?
4 (unless it gets too chaotic)
What is the term for words that sound like what they mean?
Onomatopoeia
Where do you get your make-up work from when you are absent?
The folder on the Info-Station that is labeled by weekday.
What is Ms. M's favorite fun book?
Twilight
A young boy takes a train to the North Pole on Christmas Eve in what classic 1985 children's book by Chris Van Allsburg? (hint: also an animated movie)
The Polar Express
What is the consequence for breaking the classroom expectations on the 3rd offense?
Lunch detention (and contact home)
What is the main character in a story called?
Protagonist
Where does your backpack go when you come in?
Underneath your chair or hanging on the back of your chair
How many siblings does Ms. M have?
1 (sister)
Where does the Wizard live in The Wizard of Oz?
The Emerald City
What is the 4th rule listed on the classroom expectations? (and Ms. M's pet peeve)
No talking while someone else is talking.
Name 3 text structures.
Possible answers:
Compare/Contrast, Cause/Effect, Problem/Solution, Description, Sequential
How long will Ms. M accept late work after it is due?
One week (7 days)
What is Ms. M's favorite video game?
Super Mario Bros. (wii version)
What is the second book in the Harry Potter series called?
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
What is the deduction for turning in late work? (hint: percentage)
25% deduction