2-chunk format
What is the first sentence of a 2-chunk paragraph?
Topic Sentence
What is the difference between a major and minor character?
A major character plays an important role and is essential to the plot whereas minor characters only support the progression of the plot and have no significant contribution of their own.
What is a theme?
A theme is the central idea, message, or insight about life that the poet conveys through the poems
Name one literary device?
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What does "rizz" mean
Charisma or game
In which part of a 2-chunk paragraph do you include your own opinion?
Commentary
At the start, Tyrone plays harmful jokes on his friends. However, after witnessing the consequences, he learns to use his humor more responsibly.
Is Tyrone Static or Dynamic and Flat or Round
What is one of the key features of a poem?
Title/repetition/Mood and Tone
What kind of imagery is this line:
"the sun was bright"
Visual
What is Sai Sanjay Devi's brawlstars main
Mortis
What is the correct ordering of sentences in a 2 chunk?
Topic Sentence, Concrete Detail, Two Commentary, 2nd Concrete Detail, Two Commentary, Concluding Sentence.
What are the 6 main kinds of characters (can overlap).
Major, Minor, Static, Dynamic, Flat, Round
"The wilted rose lay in the dust, love’s promise left to fade."
Rose=Love
What is Hyperboles and Understatements
Hyperbole: An exaggeration used for emphasis or effect.
Understatement: A deliberate downplaying of something to make it seem less important.
When did the iconic Chopped Chin meme come out (Month)
December
Find the mistake in the chunk:
In The Outsiders, S.E. Hinton shows that true friendship means standing up for each other. For example, when Johnny and Ponyboy are in trouble, Johnny bravely tells Ponyboy, “Stay gold, Ponyboy. Stay gold…” (Hinton 148). Earlier in the story Johnny ran away from his parents which shows his bravery. His words encourage Ponyboy to stay hopeful and true to himself.
"Earlier in the story Johnny ran away from his parents which shows his bravery" isn't directly analyzing the quote and instead brings in new concrete detail which should not be done in commentary.
Minor
Give 2 ways to find a theme?
Think about what the author is trying to tell the reader
Annotate and analyze parts of the text that you find interesting
Try to find details in the poem such as diction, poetic devices, and structure.
Consider the overall effect of these details as you think about that the poem is teaching you about life
Look for figurative language – Identify metaphors, similes, personification, and other non-literal expressions.
Pay attention to diction – Consider how specific words create tone, mood, or emphasis.
Analyze sentence structure and sound devices – Notice repetition, alliteration, rhyme, and rhythm.
Examine symbolism and imagery – Identify objects, colors, or descriptions that carry deeper meanings.
Consider the overall impact – Think about how these elements contribute to the story’s themes and emotions.
What slovenian basketball player does Gaurav Koli enjoy😏
Luka Doncic
What are the 3 things to look out for when writing in 2-chunk format?
Aknowledge the author, "You" and "I", Avoid Contractions
When analyzing character development, what are the 3 key questions to ask?
How is the character different at the end compared to the beginning?
Does the character learn a lesson or gain new insight?
What events cause this change?
Which William Shakespeare sonnet did we analyze in workshop day 3?
Sonnet 54
What was the act and scene of the poem you students analyzed yourselves in class?
Act 4 Scene 4 (Hamlet)
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