Poetic Elements
Punctuation
Apostrophes
Metaphors & Similes
Random
100

Name as many poetic elements you can think of. Hint: Think of the song "Wake Up" by NF that we listened to on Tuesday.

Rhyme, repetition, voice/tone, rhythm, symbolism, imagery, etc.

100
There are three things we must use to end a sentence. What are they?

Period (.), exclamation point (!), or question mark (?).

100

Where does the apostrophe belong in the following word? Word = wouldnt

Between the "n" and the "t" to spell "wouldn't."

100

Similes contain one of what two words?

"Like" or "as."

100

What is rule number 1 of Ms. Davis' classroom?

No cell phones.

200

What poetic element does the following poem have?

"Roses are red, violets are blue.

I don't sleep at night because I'm thinking of you."

Rhyme!
200

Add proper punctuation to the following sentence: 

it wasnt until october that i actually understood what was going on in ela class

It wasn't until October that I actually understood what was going on in ELA class.
200
What are the two types of apostrophe usage we've talked about in this class?

Contractions and possessives. 

200

Determine whether the following sentence is a metaphor or simile and why: "Her voice is music to my ears."

Metaphor. It is comparing two things (her voice and music) without using the words "like" or "as."

200

What is the purpose of your homework?

To practice concepts we've talked about in class and prepare you for the quizzes and tests.

300

What purpose may repetition serve in poetry or song lyrics?

It can help emphasize the point the writer is trying to make. By repeating things we're more likely to remember them or place extra importance on them, so we'll pay more attention to the things that the author repeats.

300

Name four things that we always capitalize.

The use of "I" (whether alone or in words such as I'm, I've, I'd, etc.), the first letter of every sentence, the first letter in dialogue, and names (including names of people, places, months, days of the week, etc.).
300

Where does the apostrophe belong in the word "dont"? What is this type of apostrophe usage called?

The apostrophe belongs between the "n" and the "t" to spell "don't." It is a contraction.

300

Determine if the following is a metaphor or a simile: "He bolted down the stairs like a rabbit." What does it mean?

Simile. It means he went down the stairs very quickly.

300

What is rule number two in Ms. Davis' classroom?

Do not speak when Ms. Davis or someone else is addressing the classroom.
400

What two poetic elements does the following passage contain?

"Oh, the weather outside is frightful
But the fire is so delightful
Since we've no place to go
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow"

Rhyme and repetition.

400

What is "dialogue" and what punctuation marks do we use to indicate it in writing?

Dialogue refers to when somebody is speaking. Quotation marks (") are used to indicate dialogue. 

400

Where does the apostrophe belong in the sentence "I am excited to see Ellies puppy"? What is this type of apostrophe usage called?

The apostrophe belongs between the "e" and the "s" to spell "Ellie's." It is a possessive. 
400

Metaphors and similes both make _____________ between two objects.

COMPARISONS

400

What is rule three of Ms. Davis' classroom?

"Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself."

500

Are song lyrics poetry? Why or why not?

Arguably, yes. Song lyrics contain many of the same poetic elements of poetry, such as rhyme, repetition, rhythm, imagery, symbolism, and strength of voice and tone. Both songs and poems are literary ways of expressing feelings and ideas.

500
Add proper punctuation to the following sentences:


jake said theres nothing to do at my house

why dont you come over to mine then suggested george

Jake said, "There's nothing to do at my house."

"Why don't you come over to mine then?" suggested George.

500

Place apostrophes where they belong in the following sentence and name the type of usage: "Im not excited to go over to Leslies house. Last time I went there we didnt do anything fun."

"I'm" = contraction. "Leslie's" = possessive. "Didn't" = contraction.
500

Determine whether the following sentence is a metaphor or simile and what its meaning is: "Chaos is a friend of mine." 

It is a metaphor. It means that you are comfortable with chaos, you are accustomed to chaos/uncertainty/turmoil.
500

Why is ELA class important? (You can't say "It's not!")

Because ELA class helps us become effective communicators. It teaches us to share our ideas with others in ways that they'll understand and to understand what other people are trying to say to us through poetry, stories, speeches, and more.