Parts of Speech
100: Identify the noun in this sentence: “The witch cast a spell.”
witch
Define metaphor and give an example.
A metaphor is a direct comparison between two things without using “like” or “as.” Example: “Time is a thief.”
What is a “panel” in a graphic novel?
A panel is a single framed image or box that contains a segment of action or dialogue in a graphic novel.
What is a simple sentence? Give an example.
A simple sentence has one independent clause. Example: “Macbeth fought bravely.”
What does the “blood” symbol represent in Macbeth?
Blood symbolizes guilt, violence, and the consequences of murder throughout the play.
Find the adverb in: “She quickly ran away.” What does it modify?
quickly; it modifies the action of running
Identify the word class of “quickly” in the sentence: “He quickly left the room.” Explain why.
Quickly” is an adverb because it modifies the verb “left” by describing how he left.
What is the “gutter” in graphic novels and why is it important?
The gutter is the space between panels; it is important because it allows readers to infer what happens between scenes.
Differentiate between an independent and a dependent clause.
An independent clause can stand alone as a sentence (e.g., “He ran fast.”). A dependent clause cannot stand alone (e.g., “Because he was late”).
Describe Macbeth’s character at the start of the play.
Macbeth is brave, loyal, and respected for his courage in battle.
What part of speech is “and” in “Macbeth and Banquo”?
conjunction
Analyze the figurative language in: “Life’s but a walking shadow.” What word class is “walking” here?
“Life’s but a walking shadow” is a metaphor comparing life to a shadow. “Walking” is a present participle used as an adjective modifying “shadow.”
In the graphic novel Illegal by Eoin Colfer, what is a “splash panel,” and how does its use impact the storytelling or emotional effect in the book?
A splash panel is a large, single panel that takes up most or all of a page. In Illegal, splash panels are used to highlight dramatic or emotional moments, such as Ebo’s experiences at sea. These panels draw the reader’s attention to key events, intensify the emotional impact, and emphasize the scale or danger of Ebo’s journey, making the reader pause and reflect on the significance of the scene.
Fix this fragment: “Because he was brave.” Explain your fix.
Add an independent clause: “Because he was brave, he won the battle.” The original was a fragment because it lacked a main clause.
What theme does the “dagger” symbol highlight?
The dagger symbolizes ambition, guilt, and Macbeth’s psychological torment.
Identify the pronouns in: “She told him to leave."
she; him
Explain the effect of the simile: “Out, out brief candle!”
What word class is “brief”?
The simile compares life to a brief candle, emphasizing its fragility and shortness.
“Brief” is an adjective describing “candle.”
How does color affect mood in graphic novels?
Color can set the tone and mood—warm colors may create excitement or danger; cool colors can evoke calm or sadness
Correct the comma splice: “Macbeth fought bravely, he won the battle.”
Fix the comma splice by separating into two sentences or adding a conjunction: “Macbeth fought bravely. He won the battle.” OR “Macbeth fought bravely, and he won the battle.”
How does Lady Macbeth’s character change through the play?
Lady Macbeth starts ambitious and ruthless but becomes guilt-ridden and mentally unstable as the play progresses.
Identify the sentence type here: “Macbeth fought bravely, but because he was tired, he lost the battle.” Justify your answer.
complex-compound sentence
Analyze the metaphor: “Stars, hide your fires.” What is the effect on the reader?
The metaphor “Stars, hide your fires” asks the stars to conceal their light, symbolizing Macbeth’s desire to hide his dark intentions. It creates a sense of secrecy and foreshadows his moral descent
What is a “bleed” panel in a graphic novel, and how can its use affect the reader’s experience of a scene?
A “bleed” panel is an image that extends beyond the edge of the page, without a border or frame. This technique can make a moment feel larger, more dramatic, or overwhelming, drawing the reader deeper into the action and sometimes creating a sense of timelessness or intensity in the scene.
Make a complex sentence using an independent and dependent clause.
Example: “Although Macbeth was brave, he was also easily influenced.” (Independent clause: “he was also easily influenced”; dependent clause: “Although Macbeth was brave”)
Discuss the theme of ambition in Macbeth with examples.
Ambition drives Macbeth and Lady Macbeth to pursue power at any cost, leading to their downfall. Example: Macbeth’s desire to become king leads him to murder Duncan