Walden(Thoreau)
In the story where does Thoreu Live?
A- Disney
B- Connecticut
C- Concord
D- California
WHAT IS "in the woods not far from concord"
What was the main message that the author wanted to explain?
A- Kids are deprived physically and mentally of the natural world
B- Nature is bizarre and can't be controlled
C- Civilization is draining
WHAT IS "A- Children of the modern generation are both physically and emotionally deprived of the natural world."
What is the meaning of Deficit?
WHAT IS " Inadequacy or insufficiency" or smaller than required..
Identify the following writing style used in Last Child in the Woods and from Walden.
-Descriptive
-Narrative
-Expository
-Persuasive
WHAT IS " Descriptive"
How do you think the author of Walden would feel about living with a lack of communication.
A- Supports the cause and believes we shouldn't call, email or even talk to our loved ones.
B- Doesn't think we should be restrict ourselves and should take freqent calls
C- Supports this claim but believes technology should be used sparingly and with restrictions that allow just enough communication
C- Supports this claim but thinks it should be used sparingly.
True Or False did Louv have to worry about global warming during his time
WHAT IS "False" he stated that back in his days he wouldn't have to worry about such things.
What is the meaning of superflous
WHAT IS ""unnecessary" or more than needed....
Who has more descriptive writing? Louv or Thoreau. Explain.
WHAT IS "Thoreau"
Which of these points was the author frequently mentioning
A-Limiting Communication
B-Becoming more devoted to god
C-How its rushed and full of meaningless distractions
WHAT IS "C- How its rushed and full of meaningless distractions"
Is Louv's take more personal or objective?
A- Objective; Uses scientific evidence and research to persuade us to experience nature
B- Personal; Cause he makes comparisons to how his sons are growing up lacking what he had as a kid
C- Personal; Tells continuous stories about his childhood
D- Both; Provides proven evidence and his own personal stories to support his topic
WHAT IS "D- Both, that is because his opinion is based on the comparison of his childhood and his son's. While also in the story we saw the author provide research about kids short attention span ,and e.t.c
What is the meaning of Spartan-Like
WHAT IS " Simple and disciplined way or lack of luxury and basic needs only."
In the Story "Last Child in the Woods" what type of a Story is it?
A- Anecdote
B- Fable
C- Fairy Tale
D- Essay
WHAT IS "D- Essay" He makes a clear and concise thesis and provides even better evidence with a strong argument.
Why does Louv think the woods are the best for a person to get away from the extras of life?
A- Staying fit and getting the proper vitamins needed
B- Fishing and camping is fun for him
C- Nature can restore our bodies, mind, and spirit and gives us a break
D- Staying simple is can be cool
WHAT IS "C- it gives you peace, while also restoring your mind and body"
What does the "Extras of Life" mean
A- Technology
B- Family and Friends
C- Food and Water
D- Shelter
WHAT IS " A- Technology"
What is the meaning of tarn
WHAT IS "A small mountain lake or pool."
What is the Theme of both stories
A- Mother Nature is dangerous
B- Listen to your elders
C- Returning to nature can be essential
D- Simplicity should be our one and only importance
WHAT IS "C- Returning to nature can be essential"
How does the authors writing choice help show the author's mood and progression of the story
A- Uses simple and concise sentences to convince the readers
B- Uses a lot of emotion to persuade the reader
C- Chronologically told his point and what he experienced
D- Frequent commas, and long sentences to emphasis points
WHAT IS "D- The author uses frequent use of commas and long-drawn out sentences to emphasis his point. This shows the serious and persuading mood of the author."
How did Louv's childhood effect his current worldview?
A- He is jealous that other kids could experience a better childhood then him
B- Is disheartened that kids of the newer generation are losing touch with nature
C- Could care less about what kids of the newer generation does
D- Sad that only his kids won't listen to his advice and go outside
WHAT IS "B- Because he had such a nature-rich childhood, he finds it disheartening that the modern day children are so" "nature deficient".
What is the meaning of perturbation
WHAT IS " disturbance or small change or agitation""
How does the Last Child In the Woods show comparison?
A- constantly references his child is experiencing a different childhood from him.
B- constantly references how adults lives are better than children
C- constantly references that children should be outside instead of being inside on a screen all the time.
D- Constantly references that when adults are outside their lives are better, leading to a healthier life.
WHAT IS "A- constantly references his child experiencing a different childhood from him"
(Especially in paragraph 6)