Short Stories
True or False: Setting is what happens in the story.
False: That is plot.
Setting is the surroundings in which the story is set; scene; environment; or the where and the when of the story.
Define the term, personfication.
When non-human things are described with human qualities like the lazy chair or tired vacuum.
Define an object that is in focus. How does it appear?
It is sharp and well-defined.
True or False: A direct quote is exact words and requires quotation marks.
True
What was one of the requirements for summer school?
social distancing, masks, online check-in, 5 weeks, good attendance
Define a dynamic character.
A character who changes as a result of the story’s events.
How is a simile different than a metaphor?
A simile is a comparison using the words like or as. A metaphor is a comparison WITHOUT the use of those words.
Name what a sequence inserted into the narrative "present" which depicts an action from the past is.
Flashback
If you were reading an objective summary, would it include the writer's opinions?
No way, Jose!
What did you like about attending summer school?
Answers will vary.
Describe the difference between external and internal conflict.
Internal conflict: a battle within the character’s self. External conflict: a battle between the character and an outside force.
State an example of alliteration.
Answers will vary - Sally sells seashells. The first letter of the word repeats in the line.
True or False: A cut is made by splicing two pieces of film together.
True
Which type of text structure lists items or events in chronological order (the order in which they happen) OR presents the reader with step-by-step instructions?
Sequence
How old did Mrs. Hensley turn during summer school?
39
How are tone and mood different?
Tone is the author's feeling(s) conveyed in the text. Mood is the feeling(s) of the reader.
Name what a group of lines in poetry called.
Stanza
The process by which the plot conveys or withholds story information is known as ...
Narration
How does one paraphrase?
reword or rephrase text or spoken words
What was the theme of the content during summer school?
Technology
What is a theme that can be applied to the short story we read, "The Veldt"?
Answers will vary!
What were the poets conveying about technology in the poems we read?
Humans are too reliant on technology.
Describe the main idea or supporting details from the video, "Millennials in the Workplace".
Answers will vary!
Describe the purpose of a descriptive text structure.
The author provides a detailed description to give the reader a mental picture.
Including the summative for today, how many total assignments were you given for this class?
15