| Some Definitions | Sentences | E.o.a.N. | Parts of Speech | Roulette |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Poetry is about rhythm, flow, expression, feelings, deeper meanings. Music can show just as much expression! There's a mode of repetition, whether in the form of words or musical notes, to create a pattern, to act as a reminder, to make it unforgettable, to draw emphasis. Music also uses literary & poetic devices (ie. repetition, rhyme, alliteration, metaphor, personification, hyperbole etc).
How is music considered poetry?
|
Simple Sentence.
*ONE INDEPENDENT CLAUSE
No! / Stop! / Hello? / I am cold
These are example of what kind of sentence? |
1st - I, me, my
2nd - YOU 3rd - she, he, they
What are the three Points of View commonly used in narratives?
|
Adjectives are words that DESCRIBE the qualities or states of being of nouns: enormous, doglike, silly, yellow, fun, fast.
What is an adjective?
|
Their - possessive (only one with 'i')
There - location ("over there!") They're - they are
Explain the difference between their, there and they're.
|
|
A broad designation for poetry intended for performance. Though some spoken word poetry may also be published on the page, the genre has its roots in oral traditions and performance.
What is spoken word poetry?
|
An independent clause can stand on its own and be a sentence (simple) whereas a dependent clause cannot stand on its own as a sentence.
ie. After Seth returned from his fishing trip [this is a dependent clause--not a full thought!)
Explain the difference between an INDEPENDENT and a DEPENDENT clause.
|
Person vs. Self
What is the difference between Indirect & Direct Characterization? Give examples.
|
Person, Place, Idea or Thing
In order to help you remember what a NOUN is, I've used the acronym PPIT--what does it stand for?
|
Metaphor - a statement saying that two unlike things are the same
ie. Their heart was a heavy stone Simile - a comparison using like or as ie. They were as beautiful as a sunset
What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile? Give an example for each.
|
|
INFERENCES (think of the short story "The Chaser")
When we are told to "read between the lines" / "make an educated guess" we are looking for...
|
Two independent clauses (can be connected be a semicolon [ ; ] or a conjunction [but, and, although etc] )
ie. The pirate captain lost her treasure map, but she found the buried treasure.
What type(s) of clause(s) does a Compound Sentence have?
|
Person vs. Person
Person vs. Nature Person vs. Society
What are the FOUR types of conflict? Which ones are internal/external? Give examples.
|
Verb
What is a word used to describe an ACTION, state, or occurrence?
|
What is
Who/What were the antagonists in Cracked? Explain.
|
|
Tone - The author's attitude or voice.
ie. sarcastic, angry, distressed Mood - How the story makes you feel emotionally. ie. if the narrative takes place at a funeral the mood may be "gloomy"
What is the difference between "tone" and "mood"? Give an example for each.
|
A Complex Sentence.
ie. Although he was wealthy, he was unhappy.
What type of sentence has ONE independent clause and ONE dependent clause?
|
Exposition
Inciting Incident Rising Action Climax Falling Action Exposition
What are the six parts of a plot?
|
Adverb
What is a word used to modify a verb, an adjective, or another adverb?
|
Situational
Verbal Dramatic
What are the three types of irony? Give examples.
|
|
The author's lesson or message.
Divisions Between Us War, Violence, and Enmity Chance and Ingenuity Pain and Perseverance Humanity and Remorse
What is a "theme" ? Give one example of a theme from "The Sniper".
|
A Compound-Complex Sentence has TWO independent clauses and at least ONE dependent clause (run-on sentences usually take this form).
ie. Since she was a vegetarian, she refused to eat the turkey, but she was more than happy to eat the potatoes.
What is a Compound-Complex Sentence? Give an example.
|
Speech
Thoughts Effect on others Actions Looks
What does the acronym STEAL stand for? Give an example for each.
|
An abrupt remark, made especially as an aside or interruption.
What is an interjection? Give some examples.
|
The prophecy comes true when Macbeth murders Banquo, having taken the throne for himself. The witches told Macbeth that he would become king, that no man born of woman could defeat him, and that he would not be vanquished until Birnam Wood should come to Dunsinane... all of which comes to fruition.
How did the witches' prophecy at the beginning of Macbeth come true? Explain.
|
Support Us on Ko-fi