December 13 | English 1 Lesson Cycle
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9th - 12th Grade
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Aldirich Smith
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IF YOU ARE PRESENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE-UP ANY OF THE ASSIGNMENTS.
TODAY, EACH PORTION OF THE ASSIGNMENT WILL COUNT AS A SEPARATE GRADE.
PLEASE BE ON YOUR BEST BEHAVIOR. BE MINDFUL OF YOUR VOLUME AND THE TYPE OF LANGUAGE YOU UTILIZE. ANY DOCUMENTATION OF INAPPROPRIATE OR BAD BEHAVIOR WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.
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Multiple Choice
The problem a character faces that drives the plot of the story is called the __________________.
Conflict
Plot
Theme
Action
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Multiple Choice
A conflict between a character and an outside force. Examples include nature, other characters, and society.
Internal Conflict
External Conflict
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Multiple Choice
A conflict within a character's heart or mind. Occurs when a character has to overcome a troubling emotion or make a difficult decision. An example is character vs self conflict.
Internal Conflict
External Conflict
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Multiple Choice
A conflict between a character and a force such as weather, environment, an animal, or a disease
Character vs Character
Character vs Self
Character vs Nature
Character vs Society
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Multiple Choice
A conflict between two or more characters in a story
Character vs Character
Character vs Self
Character vs Nature
Character vs Society
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Multiple Choice
A conflict between a character and the laws or social norms of their culture.
Character vs Character
Character vs Self
Character vs Nature
Character vs Society
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Multiple Choice
A conflict a character faces that involves overcoming a troubling feeling or making a difficult decision.
Character vs Character
Character vs Self
Character vs Nature
Character vs Society
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Multiple Choice
Exposition can be defined as:
Background information about setting and the characters
The events that lead up to a climax
The events that follow the climax, leading to the resolution
The calm after the storm...it's when all loose ends are tied up in some way
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Multiple Choice
The Rising Action can be defined as:
The calm after the storm...it’s when all loose ends are tied up in some way
Background information about setting and the characters
The calm after the storm...it’s when all loose ends are tied up in some way
The events that lead up to a climax
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Multiple Choice
The Climax can be defined as:
The events that follow the climax, leading to the resolution
The turning point of the story...it creates a shift in the plot, and a change in the characters
The events that lead up to a climax
The calm after the storm...it’s when all loose ends are tied up in some way
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Multiple Choice
The Falling Action can be defined as:
Background information about setting and the characters
The events that lead up to a climax
The turning point of the story...it creates a shift in the plot, and a change in the characters
The events that follow the climax, leading to the resolution
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Multiple Choice
The Resolution can be defined as:
The events that lead up to a climax
The calm after the storm...it’s when all loose ends are tied up in some way
The events that follow the climax, leading to the resolution
The event that sets the whole plot in motion
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Multiple Choice
This is the main character, characterized by "goodness"
obstacle
antagonist
dynamic
protagonist
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Multiple Choice
The "force" against the main character
obstacle
antagonist
protagonist
dynamic
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Multiple Choice
A character that has little or no change by the end of the book is a ____________________ character.
Round
Flat
Static
Dynamic
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Multiple Choice
A character that does change by the end of the story is a_______________ character.
Round
Flat
Static
Dynamic
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Multiple Choice
A well developed, complex character is
round
flat
static
dynamic
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INSTRUCTIONS
Once you have finished your NoRedInk.com assignment, you will utilize the short story on the next slide to complete HANDOUT ONE which includes:
CONFLICT: Ensure you specify the TYPE of CONFLICT
PLOT SEQUENCE
CHARACTERIZATION: Include the CHARACTER TYPE and CHARATER TRAITS
PRE-AP ENG I | SMITH
ELEMENTS OF A SHORT STORY
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INSTRUCTIONS
Once you have finished
CONFLICT, PLOT SEQUENCE, and CHARACTERIZATION
COMPLETE THE ONE-PAGER INFORMATION (BOXES HANDOUT). THE ONE PAGER INCLUDES: POINT OF VIEW, AUTHOR'S PURPOSE, SUMMARY, CHARACTERIZATION AND THEME.
PRE-AP ENG I | SMITH
ELEMENTS OF A SHORT STORY
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ENSURE YOUR NAME IS ON EACH SHEET THEN COMPLETE THE QUIZ ON THE NEXT SLIDES.
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Multiple Choice
What is the meaning of the word relief as used in paragraph ten? (RL7.4)
A feeling of relaxation from anxiety or distress.
Free from violence
Warm and friendly
Assistance, in the form of food, clothing, or money, given to those in need
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Multiple Choice
What does the teacher mean when she says: "We are collecting this money for you and your kind, Richard Gregory." (L7.4)
girls, like Helen that need extra $ money
poor, African Americans like himself
boys that do not behave
all children between the ages of 11-18
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Multiple Choice
What is the main significance of Helene Tucker in the story? (RL7.2)
Helene is the girl Richard really likes. She symbolizes everything he wants for himself.
Helene is Richard’s neighbor. She provides assistance (help) when Richard is in need.
Helene is Richard’s best friend, and he desperately wants to reunite with her after being apart for many years.
Helene is mean to Richard, and will not talk to him because he is poor. Helene ignores Richard throughout the story.
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Multiple Choice
Which statement best illustrates an important idea the author develops by repeating the phrase, “Pregnant with…” in paragraph five? (RL7.2)
Overpowered with hunger.
Possesses only hand-me-downs.
Filled with the burdens (hardships) of poverty.
Upset, because he always smells.
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Multiple Choice
Which quotation best supports a central idea of the story? (R7.2)
“I stood up and raised my hand. "What is it now?" "You forgot me?" She turned toward the blackboard. "I don't have time to be playing with you, Richard."
“I never learned hate at home, or shame. I had to go to school for that. I was about seven years old when I got my first big lesson.”
“Why'd it have to be the same for everybody so when you walked down the street the people could see you were on relief?”
“The pipes were frozen again, there was no water in the house, but I washed my socks and shirt every night.”
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Multiple Choice
Which statement best expresses a theme in the story? (R7.2)
Follow your dreams and they will come true
Be patient and good things will happen
Teachers have a huge influence on their students and must be careful of what they say and do.
Despite challenges in life, continue to work hard
IF YOU ARE PRESENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE-UP ANY OF THE ASSIGNMENTS.
TODAY, EACH PORTION OF THE ASSIGNMENT WILL COUNT AS A SEPARATE GRADE.
PLEASE BE ON YOUR BEST BEHAVIOR. BE MINDFUL OF YOUR VOLUME AND THE TYPE OF LANGUAGE YOU UTILIZE. ANY DOCUMENTATION OF INAPPROPRIATE OR BAD BEHAVIOR WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.
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