ICE, ICE Baby!
This type of punctuation goes around cited evidence?
What are quotation Marks
Which type of figurative language is used below:
Billy bought balloons for his best buddy Benny.
Alliteration
When asked to summerize his thoughts about his favorite book, Alan explained why he thought the main character Pip was fascinating. Pip was not only observant but also courteous to others.
Which word in this short paragraph is spelled incorrectly? On your white board, write how the word should ACTUALLY be spelled!
Summerize should be summarize
This term describes where and when a story takes place.
Setting
Fix the run-on sentence below:
I enjoyed my spring break a lot but I am even more excited for summer break!
I enjoyed my spring break a lot, but I am even more excited for summer break!
I enjoyed my spring break a lot. I am even more excited for summer break!
I enjoyed my spring break a lot; I am even more excited for summer break!
What does ICE stand for?
Introduce, Cite, Explain
Which type of figurative language is being used in the sentences below?
The stars danced in the night sky.
The wind whispered "Good Morning" to me as I waited for the bus.
Personification
Which sentence needs an additional comma?
A. Please check to see that the newspaper has the correct month, the correct day, and the correct year.
B. My friends and I talked about what we would write about for our project, what resources we would use, and where we would find the information.
C. Do you plan to read a book, watch a play at the community center, or walk to the park?
D. Are you planning to walk, ride your bicycle take the bus, or get a ride to the library?
Sentence D
This term describes the order of events in a story. We often use a diagram (or "mountain") to illustrate the different scenes.
Plot
Which part of this sentence is the INDEPENDENT clause:
After Mr. McCabe revealed the clue, I immediately knew the right answer!
I immediately knew the right answer!
How long should the EXPLAIN section of an ICE paragraph be?
At least two sentences
What is the main difference between a SIMILE and a METAPHOR?
A simile compares two things using LIKE or AS.
A metaphor also compares two things, but does NOT use like or as.
(1) Last year our teacher assigned us the task of making a class book.
(2) We complete the last few pages a week before the book was due.
(3) The only piece that remained unfinished was the cover.
(4) Stephan volunteered to design it, but he never finished it.
Which sentence in the paragraph contains an error in verb tense?
Sentence 2
This feeling describes when a reader feels both nervous and excited for what's to come at the same time?
Name 4 potential right verbs that you could use in a START sentence
Discusses, describes, explains, argues, illustrates, cautions, details, etc.
Writes, says, and tells are NOT right verbs
Name at least two transitions that you can use for EXPLAINING evidence
This quote is important because...
This proves my answer because...
This evidence supports my case because...
(and many others judged by me)
Which figurative language describes sound effect words like buzz, crunch, and sizzle?
To make it a little harder, spelling WILL count for this one :)
Onomatopoeia
(1) Jamie collected stones for a wall he wanted to build carefully he put each one into place.
(2) He wanted the wall to look as if it had been there for many years without any changes.
(3) He had carefully selected stones to make the new wall look just as old as the other nearby walls did.
(4) Jamie stood back and admired the work that he had already accomplished.
Which sentence is a run-on and should be written as two sentences?
Sentence 1
How would you describe the term THEME?
Answers will vary (I'm looking for something like the message/lesson/morale of a story)
What is the difference between a third-person OMNISCIENT and third-person LIMITED point of view?
Omniscient = we understand the thoughts and feelings of all characters
Limited = we understand the thoughts and feelings of ONE character
Complete this phrase from the iconic song Ice, Ice, Baby:
Alright stop, collaborate and listen
Ice is back with my brand new invention
Something grabs a hold of me tightly
Flow like a harpoon daily and nightly
Will it ever stop? Yo, I don't know
Turn off the lights, and I'll ________
GLOW!
Name at least two common IDIOMS we have in our language!
Answers will vary
IDIOMS = A phrase or expression that has a different meaning that the actual words. (My new iPhone cost me an arm and a leg!)
Which sentence contains an error in spelling?
A. Her latest painting earned her a compliment from a famous art critic.
B. With drums beating and cymbals crashing, the marching band passed down the street.
C. The most interesting character in the book was a miner character named Duncan.
D. By reading a newspaper article each day, we gained much insight into current events.
Sentence C (miner should be minor)
There are three (possibly four) major types of CONFLICT. Can you name two?
-Character vs. Character
-Character vs. Self
-Character vs. Nature
-Character vs. Society
In the beginning of the school year, we read a short story "Girls Can't Play." What was the name of the female picture who struck out both Babe Ruth and Lou Gerigh? You must include both the first and last name!
Jackie Mitchell