Give me an example of Character vs. Self Conflict in "The Raven" (7th) or "The Monkey's Paw" (8th)
Answers will vary (ex. Missing Lenore, whether or not to use the paw)
Define 3rd Person Omniscient Point-of-View
Told by an outside narrator, you know what more than one person is thinking.
Define 3rd Person Limited
Told by an outside narrator. We know one character's thoughts.
What is the difference between Mood & Tone?
Mood = How the reader feels Tone = The author's attitude
What is the difference between round and flat characters?
Round characters= well developed with multiple character traits
True or False: The antagonist is always the bad guy
False
Define 2nd Person Point-of-View
The narrator describes the reader's actions, thoughts, and background using "you."
True or False: An antagonist can be an animal or nature
True
Give an example of personification
Answers will vary (ex. The desk cried from the weight of the desk)
What is the difference between metaphors and similes
Metaphors = Comparison not using like or as Simile= Comparison using like or as
What is imagery?
Descriptive Language (usually appeals to the 5 senses)
What is verbal irony?
Saying the opposite of what you mean; sarcasm
What is an allusion?
A casual reference to another story (ex. You're as angry as the hulk)
What is indirect characterization
When the author shows rather than tells about a character
What is the difference between fiction and nonfiction?
Fiction = Not real Nonfiction = Real
True or False: Protagonists are always the good guy
False
What is the difference between topic and theme?
Topic = 1-2 words Theme= 1-2 sentences
What is dramatic irony?
When the audience knows more than the character
Label each part of the plot mountain.
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
What does the acronym STEAL stand for?
Speech, Thoughts, Effects on Others, Actions, Looks
Give me an example of Character vs. Society Conflict in "Gift of the Magi" (7th) or "Harrison Bergeron" (8th)
Answers will vary (ex. being poor, government control)
Give an example of alliteration
Answers may vary (ex. Sally sells seashells)
Give me an example of symbolism from "The Raven" (7th grade) or "The Interlopers" (8th Grade)
Answers will vary
Give an example of onomatopoeia
Answers will vary (ex. "Boom!" "Pow!")
Define 1st Person Point-of-View
the narrator is a person in the story; telling the story from their own point of view.
Define 3rd Person Objective Point-of-View
Told by an outside narrator, you only see actions (no thoughts)
Give me an example of a secondary character from "Ransom of Red Chief" (7th grade) or "Most Dangerous Game" (8th grade). Explain why they are secondary.
Answers will vary (ex. Mr. Dorset or Ivan)
What are the 5 Elements of Ficiton?
Plot, Setting, Theme, Characters, Point-of-View
Give me an example of Character vs. Nature Conflict in "All Summer in a Day" (7th) or "The Most Dangerous Game" (8th)
Answers will vary (ex. Rain on Venus, The Swamp)
What is situational irony?
The opposite of what is expected
Give me an example of Character vs. Character Conflict in "Rikki-Tikki" (7th) or "Harrison Bergeron" (8th)
Answers will vary (ex. Rikki-Tikki fighting snakes, Harrison getting shot by Diana Moon Glampers)
What are the two necessary parts of setting?
When and Where (time and place)
What is the difference between static and dynamic characters?
Static characters stay the same, and dynamic characters change.