Figurative Language
What is a hyperbole?
exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally
Which word should be placed before the word "fast" in the sentence: "She drove __"
"very"
What it theme?
the main idea or underlying message that the author explores and conveys through the story, characters, and events
Who are the main characters? What are their personalities and motivations?
Characters are the people, animals, or beings in the story who drive the plot and interact with each other.
Where is the setting at the beginning of the book?
KraKow Poland
What determines a Smile?
Using like or as in a sentence
Is the following sentence correct: "I walked to the store, then I __ the bus."
"took" or "am taking"
How does the plot, characters, or setting contribute to the theme?
it all ties in to contrupt to the main idea and the theme
What is plot?
the sequence of interconnected events that make up the main story of a book, film, play, or other narrative
Where did Yanek and his dad go after curfew?
To uncle abrahams bakery
Us personification in a sentence?
There answer
What verb belongs in the sentence? The team __ playing well today.
The answer for the sentence is "is"
What is the main message or lesson the author is trying to convey?
to show how the author feels
What is the main problem or struggle in the story?
Conflict is the main problem or struggle that drives the plot forward
What are Jews not allowed to do?
What is an onomatopoeia?
the formation of a word from a sound associated with what is name
Do I need a comma in the sentence, "I went to the store and then I went home"
No, because the two clauses are joined by a coordinating conjunction "and"
How do the characters' actions and choices reflect the story's theme?
Shows how they feel about the situation
What events unfold in the story? What is the sequence of events?
The plot outlines the main events of the story, from the beginning (exposition) to the resolution.
Why does Yaneks family apartment get raided?
They are looking for Varibles.
What is the difference between simile and metaphor?
similes use "like" or "as" to explicitly draw a comparison, while metaphors directly state that one thing is another, without using those connecting words.
Which pronoun is correct in the sentence, "She gave the book to __ and __"
"me" and "him" or "her"
How can you find the theme of a book?
look for recurring ideas, examine character development and motivations
What is the difference between plot and setting?
plot refers to the sequence of events or the storyline, while setting describes the time and place where the story unfolds, providing context and background
Who did Yanek think he saw with the Police?
His parents