The Boy in the Striped Pajamas: Literary Devices Chapters 6-10

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas: Literary Devices Chapters 6-10"

Transcription

1 The Boy in the Striped Pajamas: Literary Devices Chapters 6-10 Literary Device: Context Clues and Figurative Language Practice The noise of a door slamming came from downstairs and reverberated through the house so loudly like a gunshot that Bruno jumped and Maria let out a small scream. 1. Reread the passage above and determine the meaning of the bolded word. a. to go back to a former state b. to use abusive language c. to re-echo d. to free 2. What type of figurative language is employed in the passage? a. hyperbole b. idiom c. simile d. metaphor 3. What words form the figurative language? a. noise of a door slamming came from downstairs b. reverberated through the house so loudly like a shotgun c. Bruno jumped and Maria let out a small scream d. none of these 1

2 Literary Element: Imagery Remember that Imagery is language that creates a sensory impression within the reader s mind. Read back over the bottom of page 57 through the top of page 58 where Maria describes the garden at the Berlin home. List the words and phrases that are examples of imagery. Tell to which sense each example appeals. Words and phrases that include imagery Sense(s) appealed to 2

3 Literary Elements: Dramatic Irony Dramatic Irony, a device used more often in plays that in fiction, refers to a time when one character is ignorant of something that the other characters and the reader understand. What examples of dramatic irony can you find in Bruno s encounter with Pavel? Literary Device: Metaphor A metaphor is a figure of speech in which a comparison between two unlike objects is suggested or implied. For example: If you ask me [Bruno], we re all in the same boat. And it s leaking. 1. What is being compared? 2. What does Bruno mean when he makes this comparison? 3

4 Literary Element: Characterization Characters in literature are revealed by what they say and do and by what others say about them. In the chart below, list important information you have learned about some of the characters in the book. Continue to fill in the chart as you read. You may also add characters to the chart. Character Physical Appearance Personality Traits Bruno Gretel Bruno s mother Bruno s father Lieutenant Kotler 4

5 Literary Device: Indirect Characterization In Chapter 8, the reader is introduced to Bruno s grandmother and grandfather. The author indirectly reveals these characters personalities through what they say, how they look, their behavior and what other characters say about them and how they act around them. Complete the following chart to examine each character. Grandmother Her name: Her words tell you that she is: Her looks tell you that she is: Other characters tell you that she is: Her behavior tells you that she is: Grandfather His name: His words tell you that he is: His looks tell you that he is: Other characters tell you that he is: His behavior tells you that he is: 5

6 Literary Element: Flashback 1. What is the purpose of the flashback in Chapter 8? Literary Elements: Metaphor A metaphor is a figure of speech in which a comparison between two unlike objects is suggested or implied. 1. What is being compared in the following metaphor? I [Grandmother] was merely the blank wall to whom you [Grandfather] addressed your words. 2. What does this reveal about the relationship between Bruno s grandparents? Literary Elements: Dramatic Irony Dramatic Irony, a device used more often in plays that in fiction, refers to a time when one character is ignorant of something that the other characters and the reader understand. What is ironic about Bruno thinking it is unfair that Shmuel has many friends while he has none? 6

7 Literary Device: Conflict A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces. An external conflict is a character s struggle against an outside force, such as nature, society, or another person. An internal conflict is a personal struggle that takes place within a character s mind. In the chart below, list the conflicts that have occurred in the story so far. Indicate how some of these problems have been resolved. External Conflicts Resolutions Internal Conflicts Resolutions 7

8 8

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas. Chapter Questions - Chapter 1 & 2

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas. Chapter Questions - Chapter 1 & 2 1. How do we know Bruno s family is rich? The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Chapter Questions - Chapter 1 & 2 2. What is Maria (the maid) doing as the story beging? 3. How does his mother look on this occasion?

More information

Name: #: Date: Advanced English Pd.: Section: UNITS The False Prince - Directions

Name: #: Date: Advanced English Pd.: Section: UNITS The False Prince - Directions Name: Date: Advanced English Pd.: #: Section: UNITS The False Prince - Literary Analysis Questions 1 Directions: Create literary analysis style questions and answers for your group members to answer. Your

More information

Character. Character a person in a story, poem, or play. Types of Characters:

Character. Character a person in a story, poem, or play. Types of Characters: LiteraryTerms Character Character a person in a story, poem, or play. Types of Characters: Round- fully developed, has many different character traits Flat- stereotyped, one-dimensional, few traits Static

More information

NORTH MONTCO TECHNICAL CAREER CENTER PDE READING ELIGIBLE CONTENT CROSSWALK TO ASSESSMENT ANCHORS

NORTH MONTCO TECHNICAL CAREER CENTER PDE READING ELIGIBLE CONTENT CROSSWALK TO ASSESSMENT ANCHORS NORTH MONTCO TECHNICAL CAREER CENTER PDE READING ELIGIBLE CONTENT CROSSWALK TO ASSESSMENT ANCHORS Eligible Content Assessment Anchors Assessment Anchor Academic Standard Reporting Category: R11.A Comprehension

More information

Literary Terms Review. Part I

Literary Terms Review. Part I Literary Terms Review Part I Protagonist Main Character The Good Guy Antagonist Characters / Forces that work against the main character Plot / Plot Development Sequence of Events Exposition The beginning

More information

Section 1: Characters. Name: Date: The Monkey s Paw SKILL:

Section 1: Characters. Name: Date: The Monkey s Paw SKILL: THE LANGUAGE ARTS MAGAZINE Name: Date: The Monkey s Paw SKILL: Back to Basics: Literary Elements and Devices Identifying the basic elements of a literary work helps you understand it better. Use this activity

More information

1. Allusion: making a reference to literature, art, history, or pop culture

1. Allusion: making a reference to literature, art, history, or pop culture Literary Terms Every 8 th Grader Needs to Know Before Going to High School You need to know the definition of and be able to identify each literary term 1. Allusion: making a reference to literature, art,

More information

Literary Devices: Terms & Examples. 9 th Grade ELA

Literary Devices: Terms & Examples. 9 th Grade ELA Literary Devices: Terms & Examples 9 th Grade ELA Elements of Fiction Characterization Direct Characterization Directly states the characteristic traits of the main characters This can be done by another

More information

STAAR Overview: Let s Review the 4 Parts!

STAAR Overview: Let s Review the 4 Parts! STAAR Overview: Let s Review the 4 Parts! Q: Why? A: Have to pass it to graduate! Q: How much time? A: 5 hours TOTAL Q: How should I do the test? A: 1st Plan and Write your Essay 2nd Reading Questions

More information

Reading Assessment Vocabulary Grades 6-HS

Reading Assessment Vocabulary Grades 6-HS Main idea / Major idea Comprehension 01 The gist of a passage, central thought; the chief topic of a passage expressed or implied in a word or phrase; a statement in sentence form which gives the stated

More information

Literary Terms. A character is a person or an animal that takes part in the action of a literary work.

Literary Terms. A character is a person or an animal that takes part in the action of a literary work. Literary Terms We will be using these literary terms throughout the school year. You need to keep up with your notes. Don t t lose your terms! You might be able to use them be RESPONSIBLE!! We will use

More information

The Odyssey Tiered Writing Assignment

The Odyssey Tiered Writing Assignment The Odyssey Tiered Writing Assignment Students will read The Odyssey and investigate characterization, inference, and literary devices of flashback, imagery, and symbolism. After reading The Odyssey, students

More information

A person represented in a story

A person represented in a story 1 Character A person represented in a story Characterization *The representation of individuals in literary works.* Direct methods: attribution of qualities in description or commentary Indirect methods:

More information

Curriculum Map. Unit #3 Reading Fiction: Grades 6-8

Curriculum Map. Unit #3 Reading Fiction: Grades 6-8 Curriculum Map Unit #3 Reading Fiction: Grades 6-8 Grade Skills Knowledge CS GLE Grade 6 Reading Literature 1: Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences

More information

Literary Element. Cards

Literary Element. Cards Literary Element And Definition Cards For use as Classroom Labels/Decoration Simile Comparing two things using like or as. Walks like a duck As strong as an ox Metaphor Comparing two things WITHOUT using

More information

Literary Elements & Terms. Some of the basics that every good story must have

Literary Elements & Terms. Some of the basics that every good story must have Literary Elements & Terms Some of the basics that every good story must have What are literary elements? The basic items that make up a work of literature are called literary elements. Character Every

More information

Curriculum Map. Unit #3 Reading Fiction: Grades 6-8

Curriculum Map. Unit #3 Reading Fiction: Grades 6-8 Curriculum Map Unit #3 Reading Fiction: Grades 6-8 Grade Skills Knowledge CS GLE Grade 6 Reading Literature 1: Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences

More information

allusion appendix assonance cause characterization characterize chronological classified ad connotation consonance arranged in order of time

allusion appendix assonance cause characterization characterize chronological classified ad connotation consonance arranged in order of time allusion appendix assonance cause characterization characterize chronological classified ad connotation consonance a literary or historical reference a section at the back of a book that gives additional

More information

Elements of Fiction. What are the ingredients of a great story?

Elements of Fiction. What are the ingredients of a great story? Elements of Fiction What are the ingredients of a great story? Kosbob 2009 What do you already know? 1. An idea about life that the story reveals is a a. theme b. character c. plot 2. The most suspenseful

More information

Glossary of Literary Terms

Glossary of Literary Terms Glossary of Literary Terms Alliteration Audience Blank Verse Character Conflict Climax Complications Context Dialogue Figurative Language Free Verse Flashback The repetition of initial consonant sounds.

More information

ELEMENTS OF PLOT/STORY MAP

ELEMENTS OF PLOT/STORY MAP Fiction Mini-Lessons ELEMENTS OF PLOT/STORY MAP All fiction is based on conflict and this conflict is presented in a structured format called PLOT. ~Exposition The introductory material which gives the

More information

Story Elements. 9 th Grade Literature and Language Arts

Story Elements. 9 th Grade Literature and Language Arts Story Elements 9 th Grade Literature and Language Arts Plot Triangle Climax Inciting Incident Introduces the Central Conflict Rising Action (Development) Falling Action Exposition (Basic Situation) Resolution

More information

SETTING WHEN AND WHERE A STORY TAKES PLACE

SETTING WHEN AND WHERE A STORY TAKES PLACE LITERARY ELEMENTS SETTING WHEN AND WHERE A STORY TAKES PLACE PLOT THE SEQUENCE OF RELATED EVENTS THAT MAKE UP A STORY THE PLOT OF A STORY CONSISTS OF 4 PARTS: BASIC SITUATION (EXPOSTION) CONFLICTS (COMPLICATIONS)

More information

Illinois Standards Alignment Grades Three through Eleven

Illinois Standards Alignment Grades Three through Eleven Illinois Standards Alignment Grades Three through Eleven Trademark of Renaissance Learning, Inc., and its subsidiaries, registered, common law, or pending registration in the United States and other countries.

More information

Writing a Critical Lens Essay. ELA Regents Session Two Part B Task 4

Writing a Critical Lens Essay. ELA Regents Session Two Part B Task 4 Writing a Critical Lens Essay ELA Regents Session Two Part B Task 4 Your Task: Write a critical essay in which you discuss two works of literature you have read from the particular perspective of the statement

More information

Vocabulary Workstation

Vocabulary Workstation Vocabulary Workstation 1. Read the directions and discuss with your group what context clues are and how we can use them to help us determine the meaning of words we are unsure of. 2. Choose three vocabulary

More information

Conflict. Definition: the problem, issue or struggle in a story that triggers the action Protagonist versus MAJOR PROBLEM Other obstacles: conflicts

Conflict. Definition: the problem, issue or struggle in a story that triggers the action Protagonist versus MAJOR PROBLEM Other obstacles: conflicts Literary Terms CONFLICT Conflict Definition: the problem, issue or struggle in a story that triggers the action Protagonist versus MAJOR PROBLEM Other obstacles: conflicts EXTERNAL CONFLICTS - Person vs.

More information

English 7 Gold Mini-Index of Literary Elements

English 7 Gold Mini-Index of Literary Elements English 7 Gold Mini-Index of Literary Elements Name: Period: Miss. Meere Genre 1. Fiction 2. Nonfiction 3. Narrative 4. Short Story 5. Novel 6. Biography 7. Autobiography 8. Poetry 9. Drama 10. Legend

More information

a story or visual image with a second distinct meaning partially hidden behind it literal or visible meaning Allegory

a story or visual image with a second distinct meaning partially hidden behind it literal or visible meaning Allegory a story or visual image with a second distinct meaning partially hidden behind it literal or visible meaning Allegory the repetition of the same sounds- usually initial consonant sounds Alliteration an

More information

Jefferson School District Literature Standards Kindergarten

Jefferson School District Literature Standards Kindergarten Kindergarten LI.01 Listen, make connections, and respond to stories based on well-known characters, themes, plots, and settings. LI.02 Name some book titles and authors. LI.03 Demonstrate listening comprehension

More information

Elements of a Short Story

Elements of a Short Story Name: Class: Elements of a Short Story PLOT: Plot is the sequence of incidents or events of which a story is composed. Most short stories follow a similar line of plot development. 3 6 4 5 1 2 1. Introduction

More information

Short story definition. Brief work of fiction

Short story definition. Brief work of fiction Short story definition Brief work of fiction Elements of A Short Story Character Plot Setting Theme Point of View Plot The sequence of events in a literary work. Plot elements Plot is built on five main

More information

NARRATIVE UNIT. An exciting set of notes to stimulate your mind and jog your memory.

NARRATIVE UNIT. An exciting set of notes to stimulate your mind and jog your memory. NARRATIVE UNIT An exciting set of notes to stimulate your mind and jog your memory. CHARACTERISTICS Whether it is the development of an entire paper or only a segment of a paper, narration has certain

More information

The Elements of the Story

The Elements of the Story The Elements of the Story Questions If the slide asks you a question, try to answer it inside your brain. You don t have to write anything down, but you are expected to know the elements of a short story

More information

Literary Vocabulary. Literary terms you need to know!

Literary Vocabulary. Literary terms you need to know! Literary Vocabulary Literary terms you need to know! What is figurative language? all language that involves figures of speech or symbolism and does not literally represent real things alliteration the

More information

All you ever wanted to know about literary terms and MORE!!!

All you ever wanted to know about literary terms and MORE!!! All you ever wanted to know about literary terms and MORE!!! Literary Terms We will be using these literary terms throughout the school year. There WILL BE literary terms used on your EOC at the end of

More information

Honors English 9: Literary Elements

Honors English 9: Literary Elements Honors English 9: Literary Elements Name "Structure" includes all the elements in a story. The final objective is to see the story as a whole and to become aware of how the parts are put together to produce

More information

Author s Purpose. Example: David McCullough s purpose for writing The Johnstown Flood is to inform readers of a natural phenomenon that made history.

Author s Purpose. Example: David McCullough s purpose for writing The Johnstown Flood is to inform readers of a natural phenomenon that made history. Allegory An allegory is a work with two levels of meaning a literal one and a symbolic one. In such a work, most of the characters, objects, settings, and events represent abstract qualities. Example:

More information

2016 Summer Assignment: Honors English 10

2016 Summer Assignment: Honors English 10 2016 Summer Assignment: Honors English 10 Teacher: Mrs. Leandra Ferguson Contact Information: leandraf@villagechristian.org Due Date: Monday, August 8 Text to be Read: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte Instructions:

More information

Language Arts Literary Terms

Language Arts Literary Terms Language Arts Literary Terms Shires Memorize each set of 10 literary terms from the Literary Terms Handbook, at the back of the Green Freshman Language Arts textbook. We will have a literary terms test

More information

Conflict. Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces in a story or play. There are two types of conflict that exist in literature.

Conflict. Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces in a story or play. There are two types of conflict that exist in literature. Conflict Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces in a story or play. There are two types of conflict that exist in literature. External Conflict External conflict exists when a character struggles

More information

TABLE OF CONTENTS. Test 2-Strengths/Weaknesses..21 January 2008 Answer Key..22 January 2008 Listening Passage January 2008 Task 3..

TABLE OF CONTENTS. Test 2-Strengths/Weaknesses..21 January 2008 Answer Key..22 January 2008 Listening Passage January 2008 Task 3.. Comprehensive ELA TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 New Regents Template (Task 3) 2-3 Task 4 Critical Lens Shaping Sheet.4 9 Box Chart-Critical Lens Essay Outline Format..5 Test 1-Strengths/Weaknesses 6

More information

Independent Reading Assignment Checklist Ms. Gentile Grade 7

Independent Reading Assignment Checklist Ms. Gentile Grade 7 Independent Reading Assignment Checklist Ms. Gentile Grade 7 Name: Book Checklist Date: Period: QUARTER 4! Teacher Checklist Each student must submit the following: Due Dates for the Year 2013-2014 (Every

More information

Glossary of Literary Terms: 7 th /8 th Grade

Glossary of Literary Terms: 7 th /8 th Grade Glossary of Literary Terms: 7 th /8 th Grade Directions: You are responsible for knowing the following literary terms for semester 1 and semester 2 (this is a two-year list, so if you re in 7 th grade,

More information

The character who struggles or fights against the protagonist. The perspective from which the story was told in.

The character who struggles or fights against the protagonist. The perspective from which the story was told in. Prose Terms Protagonist: Antagonist: Point of view: The main character in a story, novel or play. The character who struggles or fights against the protagonist. The perspective from which the story was

More information

Independent Reading Assignment Checklist Ms. Gentile Grade 7

Independent Reading Assignment Checklist Ms. Gentile Grade 7 Independent Reading Assignment Checklist Ms. Gentile Grade 7 Name: Book Checklist Date: Period: Teacher Checklist Each student must submit the following: Due Dates for the Year 2013-2014 (Every 3 Weeks)

More information

Cornell Notes Topic/ Objective: Name:

Cornell Notes Topic/ Objective: Name: Cornell Notes Topic/ Objective: Name: 1st Quarter Literary Terms Class/Period: Date: Essential Question: How do literary terms help us readers and writers? Terms: Author s purpose Notes: The reason why

More information

The Scarlet Ibis. By James Hurst

The Scarlet Ibis. By James Hurst The Scarlet Ibis By James Hurst Setting Setting: the place and time that a story takes place Time: 1912-1918 World War I; summer Place: North Carolina; cotton farm; Old Woman Swamp. Protagonist and Antagonist

More information

Eng 2 Semester 1 Review Packet

Eng 2 Semester 1 Review Packet Name: Period: Eng 2 Semester 1 Review Packet Learning Objective: I can demonstrate mastery of semester 1 material by completing the review packet in preparation for the semester final. Section 1: Greek

More information

Next Generation Literary Text Glossary

Next Generation Literary Text Glossary act the most major subdivision of a play; made up of scenes allude to mention without discussing at length analogy similarities between like features of two things on which a comparison may be based analyze

More information

STAAR Reading Terms 6th Grade. Group 1:

STAAR Reading Terms 6th Grade. Group 1: STAAR Reading Terms 6th Grade Group 1: 1. synonyms words that have similar meanings 2. antonyms - words that have opposite meanings 3. context clues - words, phrases, or sentences that help give meaning

More information

What is Narrative Writing?

What is Narrative Writing? Narrative Writing What is Narrative Writing? A narrative is a story created to be interesting to the reader. A good narrative makes the reader feel as if he or she were part of the story. Elements of Narrative

More information

The character who struggles or fights against the protagonist. The perspective from which the story was told in.

The character who struggles or fights against the protagonist. The perspective from which the story was told in. Prose Terms Protagonist: Antagonist: Point of view: The main character in a story, novel or play. The character who struggles or fights against the protagonist. The perspective from which the story was

More information

1. alliteration (M) the repetition of a consonant sound at the beginning of nearby words

1. alliteration (M) the repetition of a consonant sound at the beginning of nearby words Sound Devices 1. alliteration (M) the repetition of a consonant sound at the beginning of nearby words 2. assonance (I) the repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words 3. consonance (I) the repetition of

More information

English Language Arts Grade 9 Scope and Sequence Student Outcomes (Objectives Skills/Verbs)

English Language Arts Grade 9 Scope and Sequence Student Outcomes (Objectives Skills/Verbs) Unit 1 (4-6 weeks) 6.12.1 6.12.2 6.12.4 6.12.5 6.12.6 6.12.7 6.12.9 7.12.1 7.12.2 7.12.3 7.12.4 7.12.5 8.12.2 8.12.3 8.12.4 1. What does it mean to come of age? 2. How are rhetorical appeals used to influence

More information

Summer Reading Assignment: Honors English I Harun and the Sea of Stories by Salman Rushdie ISBN:

Summer Reading Assignment: Honors English I Harun and the Sea of Stories by Salman Rushdie ISBN: Summer Reading Assignment: Honors English I Harun and the Sea of Stories by Salman Rushdie ISBN: 978 0140157376 We will begin our year with a discussion of Haroun and the Sea of Stories by the nobel prize

More information

Words to Know STAAR READY!

Words to Know STAAR READY! Words to Know STAAR READY! Conflict the problem in the story Resolution how the problem is solved or fixed; the ending or final outcome of the story Main Idea what a piece of writing (or paragraph) is

More information

Name: #: Hour: FEVER 1793, Laurie Halse Anderson Discussion Questions

Name: #: Hour: FEVER 1793, Laurie Halse Anderson Discussion Questions Name: #: Hour: FEVER 1793, Laurie Halse Anderson Discussion Questions CHAPTERS 1-4 1. Why is Mother angry as she tries to awaken her daughter Matilda? 2. Why does Eliza like living in Philadelphia? 3.

More information

Ausley s AP Language: A Vocabulary of Literature & Rhetoric (rev. 10/2/17)

Ausley s AP Language: A Vocabulary of Literature & Rhetoric (rev. 10/2/17) 1. abstract Conceptual, on a very high order concrete 2. allegory Work that works on a symbolic level symbol 3. allusion Reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of art. An allusion brings

More information

Short Story and Literature Notes. English 9 Mrs. DiSalvo

Short Story and Literature Notes. English 9 Mrs. DiSalvo Short Story and Literature Notes English 9 Mrs. DiSalvo I. Narrative Forms A. Allegory: a story in which characters and events symbolize ideas or concepts B. Anecdote: a short, funny tale or biographical

More information

Narrative Writing. Mrs. DiStefano Language Arts

Narrative Writing. Mrs. DiStefano Language Arts Narrative Writing Mrs. DiStefano Language Arts What is Narrative Writing? A narrative is a story containing specific elements that work together to create an interesting story for the writer as well as

More information

6. Denouement- A French word which means the unknotting; this is another term for the resolution of a story

6. Denouement- A French word which means the unknotting; this is another term for the resolution of a story LITERARY TERMS QUIZ Directions: Please identify numbers 1-5 on the plot graph and write the definitions for all of the following terms. PLOT- The action or series of events that make up a story 1. Exposition-

More information

Reading 8 Curriculum

Reading 8 Curriculum Reading 8 Curriculum Unit 1 Estimated Unit Time Frames 45 Days Big Ideas Essential Questions What is the difference between fiction and nonfiction? Concepts (Know) Fiction vs Nonfiction Competencies (Do)

More information

Campbell s English 3202 Poetry Terms Sorted by Function: Form, Sound, and Meaning p. 1 FORM TERMS

Campbell s English 3202 Poetry Terms Sorted by Function: Form, Sound, and Meaning p. 1 FORM TERMS Poetry Terms Sorted by Function: Form, Sound, and Meaning p. 1 FORM TERMS TERM DEFINITION Acrostic Verse A poem that uses a pattern to deliver a second, separate message, usually with the first letter

More information

Section 1: Reading/Literature

Section 1: Reading/Literature Section 1: Reading/Literature 8% Vocabulary (1.0) 1 Vocabulary (1.1-1.5) Vocabulary: a. Analyze the meaning of analogies encountered, analyzing specific comparisons as well as relationships and inferences.

More information

Literary Terms Review. AP Literature

Literary Terms Review. AP Literature Literary Terms Review AP Literature 2012-2013 Overview This is not a conclusive list of literary terms for AP Literature; students should be familiar with these terms at the beginning of the year. Please

More information

Characteristics of narrative writing and style tips NARRATIVE WRITING

Characteristics of narrative writing and style tips NARRATIVE WRITING Characteristics of narrative writing and style tips NARRATIVE WRITING CHARACTERISTICS In general, narrative writing is used to tell a story of some importance While its purpose is almost always to tell

More information

English Language Arts 1-2 Honors Summer Reading Packet Due Thurs., Aug. 9, 2018

English Language Arts 1-2 Honors Summer Reading Packet Due Thurs., Aug. 9, 2018 English Language Arts 1-2 Honors Summer Reading Packet Due Thurs., Aug. 9, 2018 Mrs. Moya & Mrs. Aspaas To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee 1. Obtain a copy of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. We recommend

More information

SHORT STORY NOTES Fall 2013

SHORT STORY NOTES Fall 2013 SHORT STORY NOTES Fall 2013 I. WHAT IS THE SHORT STORY? A. Prose fiction (ordinary language) B. 7,000-10,000 words C. Can be read in one sitting II. WHY IS THE SHORT STORY IMPORTANT? A. It is a distinct

More information

Literature Circles 10 th Grade

Literature Circles 10 th Grade Literature Circles 10 th Grade Day Resources Teaching Point/Standard Workshop Experiences State Standards 1 Little Beauty by Anthony Browne (Backup Plan: Courage by Anne Sexton) When preparing for discussion,

More information

Comprehension. Level 1: Curiosity. Foundational Activity 1: Eight-Eyed. Activity 2: Back in Time. Activity 4: Althea Gibson. Activity 3: Pandora

Comprehension. Level 1: Curiosity. Foundational Activity 1: Eight-Eyed. Activity 2: Back in Time. Activity 4: Althea Gibson. Activity 3: Pandora Comprehension Level 1: Curiosity Foundational Activity 1: Eight-Eyed Activity 2: Back in Time Activity 3: Pandora Activity 4: Althea Gibson 730L 660L Drama 790L 720L 540L Drama 680L Skills Text & Summary

More information

Internal Conflict? 1

Internal Conflict? 1 Internal Conflict? 1 Internal Conflict Emotional + psychological dilemmas inside a character as s/he faces events 2 External Conflict? 3 External Conflict Outer obstacles found in environment, other characters,

More information

Next Generation Sunshine State Standards High School Question Stems Task Cards Vocabulary LA Context Clues

Next Generation Sunshine State Standards High School Question Stems Task Cards Vocabulary LA Context Clues Secondary Reading Department, Core Curriculum, Broward County Public Schools 8/2011 Vocabulary LA.910.1.6.3 Context Clues Next Generation Sunshine State Standards High School Question Stems Task Cards

More information

We will use the following terms:

We will use the following terms: Literary Terms We will be using these literary terms throughout the school year. There WILL be literary terms used on your FINAL EXAMS!! You need to keep up with your notes. Don t lose your terms! You

More information

WRITING THE CRITICAL LENS ESSAY

WRITING THE CRITICAL LENS ESSAY WRITING THE CRITICAL LENS ESSAY Sachem High School East English 10R Mrs. Faust YOUR TASK: Write a critical essay in which you discuss two works of literature you have read from the perspective of the statement

More information

ONLY THE IMPORTANT STUFF.

ONLY THE IMPORTANT STUFF. ONLY THE IMPORTANT STUFF. English 9 2013-2014 Setting Helps readers visualize Helps set tone or mood of story is WHEN and WHERE a story takes place Sights Sounds Colors Textures Time of day Time of year

More information

STAAR Reading Terms 5th Grade

STAAR Reading Terms 5th Grade STAAR Reading Terms 5th Grade Group 1: 1. synonyms words that have similar meanings 2. antonyms - words that have opposite meanings 3. context clues - words or phrases that help give meaning to unknown

More information

Directions: Please complete study guide in preparation for Semester 1 Final Exam.

Directions: Please complete study guide in preparation for Semester 1 Final Exam. 1 NAME: DATE: Period: Directions: Please complete study guide in preparation for Semester 1 Final Exam. I. Elements of Literature and Figurative Language Complete terms chart by providing the definition

More information

Ender s Game Name: # Hour:

Ender s Game Name: # Hour: Ender s Game Name: # Hour: 1 Elements of Science Fiction As you read, record examples of the listed Science Fiction elements and the pages on which you find them. Elements of Science Fiction Hypothetical

More information

Plot is the action or sequence of events in a literary work. It is a series of related events that build upon one another.

Plot is the action or sequence of events in a literary work. It is a series of related events that build upon one another. Plot is the action or sequence of events in a literary work. It is a series of related events that build upon one another. Plots may be simple or complex, loosely constructed or closeknit. Plot includes

More information

3200 Jaguar Run, Tracy, CA (209) Fax (209)

3200 Jaguar Run, Tracy, CA (209) Fax (209) 3200 Jaguar Run, Tracy, CA 95377 (209) 832-6600 Fax (209) 832-6601 jeddy@tusd.net Dear English 1 Pre-AP Student: Welcome to Kimball High s English Pre-Advanced Placement program. The rigorous Pre-AP classes

More information

MCPS Enhanced Scope and Sequence Reading Definitions

MCPS Enhanced Scope and Sequence Reading Definitions 6.3, 7.4, 8.4 Figurative Language: simile and hyperbole Figures of Speech: personification, simile, and hyperbole Figurative language: simile - figures of speech that use the words like or as to make comparisons

More information

Keystone Exams: Literature Glossary to the Assessment Anchor & Eligible Content

Keystone Exams: Literature Glossary to the Assessment Anchor & Eligible Content Glossary to the Assessment Anchor & Eligible Content The Keystone Glossary includes terms and definitions associated with the Keystone Assessment Anchors and Eligible Content. The terms and definitions

More information

FICTION: FROM ANALYSIS TO COMPOSITION

FICTION: FROM ANALYSIS TO COMPOSITION FICTION: FROM ANALYSIS TO COMPOSITION AP English 4 LITERARY ELEMENTS IN FICTION Elements of fiction work together to produce meaning: Plot Point of View Character Symbol Setting Theme PLOT: FROM WHAT TO

More information

LITERARY TERMS TERM DEFINITION EXAMPLE (BE SPECIFIC) PIECE

LITERARY TERMS TERM DEFINITION EXAMPLE (BE SPECIFIC) PIECE LITERARY TERMS Name: Class: TERM DEFINITION EXAMPLE (BE SPECIFIC) PIECE action allegory alliteration ~ assonance ~ consonance allusion ambiguity what happens in a story: events/conflicts. If well organized,

More information

Literature Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly

Literature Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly Grade 8 Key Ideas and Details Online MCA: 23 34 items Paper MCA: 27 41 items Grade 8 Standard 1 Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific

More information

Short Story Literary Terms Ms. Tan English 9

Short Story Literary Terms Ms. Tan English 9 Objectives Short Story Literary Terms Ms. Tan English 9 Learn/Review important Literary Terms and meanings Be able to identify them in stories we read Be able to explain why an author might use a term

More information

State of Hawaii/Department of Education 1 Hawaii Content and Performance Standards III

State of Hawaii/Department of Education 1 Hawaii Content and Performance Standards III Standard 3: Reading: K-8 LITERARY RESPONSE AND ANALYSIS: Response to Literary texts from a range of stances: Interpretive, Critical, Personal Understanding(s): Students will understand that Language processes

More information

Short Stories & Skills Review Stations

Short Stories & Skills Review Stations Short Stories & Skills Review Stations Station 1: Identifying Irony 1. Copy the notes from my website onto your graphic organizer a. Go to the LMS webpage b. Click on my name under school staff c. Find

More information

Notes: Short Stories

Notes: Short Stories Notes: Short Stories Starting it all off - Setting A. When and where the story takes place B. Establishes the atmosphere of the story C. What are the requirements of Setting? 1. Time 2. Place 3. General

More information

Poetry. Student Name. Sophomore English. Teacher s Name. Current Date

Poetry. Student Name. Sophomore English. Teacher s Name. Current Date Poetry Student Name Sophomore English Teacher s Name Current Date Poetry Index Instructions and Vocabulary Library Research Five Poems Analyzed Works Cited Oral Interpretation PowerPoint Sample Writings

More information

Cite. Infer. to determine the meaning of something by applying background knowledge to evidence found in a text.

Cite. Infer. to determine the meaning of something by applying background knowledge to evidence found in a text. 1. 2. Infer to determine the meaning of something by applying background knowledge to evidence found in a text. Cite to quote as evidence for or as justification of an argument or statement 3. 4. Text

More information

Notes #1: ELEMENTS OF A STORY

Notes #1: ELEMENTS OF A STORY Notes #1: ELEMENTS OF A STORY Be sure to label your notes by number. This way you will know if you are missing notes, you ll know what notes you need, etc. Include the date of the notes given. Elements

More information

PSSA REVIEW!! To author includes facts, statistics, and details. Examples: newspaper articles, encyclopedias, instruction manuals

PSSA REVIEW!! To author includes facts, statistics, and details. Examples: newspaper articles, encyclopedias, instruction manuals PSSA REVIEW!! Elements of Fiction CONFLICT The in the story CHARACTERS, animals, or other creatures that play a role in the. SETTING and the story takes place. PLOT The way the story Author s Purpose To

More information

DesCartes Reading Vocabulary RIT

DesCartes Reading Vocabulary RIT Page1 DesCartes Reading Vocabulary RIT 141-150 Page2 beginning sound Page3 letter Page4 narrative Page5 DesCartes Reading Vocabulary RIT 151-160 Page6 ABC order Page7 book Page8 ending sound Page9 paragraph

More information

Misc Fiction Irony Point of view Plot time place social environment

Misc Fiction Irony Point of view Plot time place social environment Misc Fiction 1. is the prevailing atmosphere or emotional aura of a work. Setting, tone, and events can affect the mood. In this usage, mood is similar to tone and atmosphere. 2. is the choice and use

More information

MCA English Department Summer Reading 1

MCA English Department Summer Reading 1 All students are required to read one book and complete one assignment before they start school. "The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll

More information

Sixth Grade 101 LA Facts to Know

Sixth Grade 101 LA Facts to Know Sixth Grade 101 LA Facts to Know 1. ALLITERATION: Repeated consonant sounds occurring at the beginnings of words and within words as well. Alliteration is used to create melody, establish mood, call attention

More information

Elements of Stories English 8 th grade Ms. S. Anderson

Elements of Stories English 8 th grade Ms. S. Anderson Elements of Stories 2018 English 8 th grade Ms. S. Anderson Four Main Story Elements Four Main Elements: 23 Degrees 5 minutes Plot Setting Characters Theme Plot Plot is defined as: A series of events in

More information

The Leap and The Day the Clowns Cried By Any Other Name The Storyteller Lamb to the Slaughter: The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant

The Leap and The Day the Clowns Cried By Any Other Name The Storyteller Lamb to the Slaughter: The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant The Leap and The Day the Clowns Cried By Any Other Name The Storyteller Lamb to the Slaughter: The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant http://www.shmoop.com/video/short-stories General Literary Elements https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6i24s72jps&list=

More information