Figurative Language
A figure of speech comparing two unlike things using like or as.
Simile
What is the message called at the end of a story?
Moral
What were the character's names?
Della and Jim
James
What was the name of the preservice teacher who taught you for the first couple of weeks of this term?
Ms Perrin
Define: Hyperbole
Exaggeration
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
What is a Character Trait?
A word or words to describe a character.
What gift did Della get Jim?
A watch chain
When was the story first published?
1905
What's the school's motto?
Dare to inspire. Make a difference!
(must have the full motto for 200)
What is a direct comparison of two unlike things?
Metaphor
A question asked that is not meant to be answered but to make a point.
Rhetorical question
What was a looking-glass?
A mirror
A hair comb
What is Marsden's mascot?
A Mako shark: Sharkie.
*must call it a Mako, shark receives half the points.
What's the idea that groups of three words, phrases, or ideas are more engaging, effective, and memorable called?
Rule of 3
What is the beginning of a story called when the characters and setting is introduced?
Orientation
What did Della and Jim both sacrifice?
Della - her hair
Jim - his watch
How much did the watch chain cost Della?
$21
What is the name of the Principal of MSHS?
Mr Jones
What is it called when an author/speaker uses words like we and us?
Inclusive language
What is a literary devices that creates SUSPENSE?
Setting, rising action, climax, short sharp sentences.
Who does Della go to see?
Mrs Sofronie
Why did the author use this metaphor? What does it show about Jim? "He was as quiet as a hunting dog when it is near a bird."
That he stopped and observed Della's hair.
What collective noun does Ms Collins use to refer to her classes?
Team