Vocab
What is the definition of dubious?
questionable, suspicious
The pitcher winds up, and I can feel my heart pounding in my chest. I grip the bat tighter, trying to stay calm. The ball leaves his hand, and I track it as it gets closer. I swing with everything I’ve got, and CRACK—I know I’ve hit it. I take off for first base, my legs burning with every step, hoping to make it in time. (Which POV is this?)
First person
What is theme?
The message, moral, or lesson related to the human experience. It is a universal truth about human nature.
I'm a fly caught in a web (what type of fig lang?)
metaphor
What is Filthy and JB's mom's job?
assistant principal
If Miss Hisel could have anything for dinner, what would it be?
Tacos
What is the definition of opulent?
rich, luxurious
A rhyme scheme is...
the patterns of rhymes at the end of each line in a poem
Emma paced back and forth, unsure if she could land the vault perfectly. Unknown to her, her coach, Mr. Harris, was silently confident that she could do it, having seen her practice tirelessly for weeks. Far across the gym, another gymnast, Sarah, was warming up for her floor routine, hoping to beat Emma’s score. (What POV is this? & how do you know?)
Third Omniscient
We see the thoughts/feelings of all characters
What is the difference between central idea and theme?
central idea- One sentence summary. Specific to texts/events andcharacters within it.
Theme- Infurred & hidden Universal. Does not include specific events or characters.
He was the real Patrick Mahomes of our football team. (Which type of fig lang?)
Allusion
What did the Bell family do on Sundays after church?
Play a pick-up game of basketball at the rec center.
Who sang at the superbowl halftime show?
Kendrick Lamar
What is the definition of churlish?
rude, unfriendly
Chicken nuggets, crispy and hot,
Dipped in sauce, they hit the spot.
Golden brown, they taste so fine,
Every bite is pure divine!
What is the rhyme scheme?
AABB
Mia glanced over at the other side of the classroom, her heart skipping a beat when she saw Jake laughing with his friends. She quickly looked away, hoping no one noticed the blush creeping up her cheeks. She had always been too shy to talk to him, but today something felt different—maybe today she'd finally find the courage to say hi. (which POV? & how do you know?)
Third person limited
Filthy learned that having a good relationship with JB required empathy and communication. Is this a theme statement or the central idea?
Central Idea
He was as busy as a squirrel on espresso. (which type of fig lang? & what does it mean?)
simile
he was energetic/busy like a very hyperactive squirrel
Filthy wrote an Ode poem. What was it about? & What is an Ode poem?
About his hair
Ode poems are about someone or something you love.
What does FANBOYS stand for?
For And Nor But Or Yet So
What part of speech is deranged?
adjective
The structure of a poem can be changed by altering the way 2 things are organized. What are these 2 things?
The distance between the reader and narrator is closest in which POV?
First person
What is one theme of The Crossover?
Possible answers:
Statements about family, relationships, hard work
Must be a statement, universal
Playing a game without strategy is like eating spaghetti with a spoon.
What does this analogy mean?
It's messy and you're probably doing it wrong.
Filthy got caught passing a note during a test. What was the test over?
vocab
Where did the term rizz come from?
"Rizz" is the shortened version of "charisma"
compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others
Use the word confrontational in a sentence.
answers will vary
Write a short poem with four lines that follows the rhyme scheme ABAB.
A lines rhyme
B lines rhyme
The distance between the reader and the narrator is farthest with which POV?
Third person
What is the theme of this passage? As the sun set behind the basketball court, Josh and his brother Jordan stood facing each other, the tension between them thick in the air. Josh wanted to be the best, to show his brother that he could do it, but he knew deep down that winning wouldn't mean anything if it meant losing his brother. In that moment, he realized that family came first, and no matter what happened on the court, their bond was stronger than any game.
The importance of family over competition or rivalry.
If you miss enough of life's free throws, you will pay in the end. (What type of fig lang? & what does it mean?)
Analogy
It means if you don't take advantage of oppurtunities given to you, you will regret it.
After beating St. Francis in basketball, what food is served for the Bell brother's victory dinner?
Hummus
Which cookie from Crumbl typically stays on the menu each week?
chocolate chip
What is an antonym for the word spacey.
focused
What is the rhyme scheme of this poem?
The sun sets low, the sky turns red,
The evening light begins to spread.
The stars come out, the moon shines bright,
As shadows fall and fade from sight.
The world grows quiet, calm, and still,
A peaceful night, so calm and chill.
AABBCC
Which POV is not used very often in story telling?
second person
Is the word "love" a theme?
It has to be a statement. (What about love?)
Write an example of personification.
answers will vary
What deaf musician wrote music?
Beethoven
When in space, what do you do with your toothpaste after brushing your teeth?
swallow it