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What was the name of Nestor’s son? His name was Peisistratos.
Who was the first person Odysseus saw in the underworld and how did he die? Odysseus saw Elpenor, and he died by falling off Circe’s roof after sleeping there.
How many men did Odysseus lose to Polyphemus? Six men.
How many years was Odysseus away before returning to Ithaca? Odysseus was away for twenty years.
What was the name of the island Circe lived on? Circe lived on Aiaia
Name the protagonist of “Marigolds” Lizabeth
Name a symbol in “A Christmas Memory.” What does it represent? A symbol in the Christmas memory is the two kites and it represented Buddy’s relationship with his cousin.
The title of “The Gift of the Magi” is an example of what literary term? allusion
In “The Scarlet Ibis,” the name William Armstrong is an example of what type of irony? Situational since he is weak and not expected to live but has a “strong” name.
The fact that Rainsford is sleeping in Zaroff’s bed indicates what? That he must have killed Zaroff
Who is Polyphemus’ father? Poseidon
Name Helen of Troy’s husband. Menelaos
Who threw a golden apple for “The Fairest” goddess? Eris
Name the blind prophet of Thebes who gave council to Odysseus, Oedipus, and Dionysus. Tieresias
Give at least three characteristics of an epic poem. a long narrative poem tells about the adventures of a hero hero reflects the ideals and values of a nation or race Setting was on a large scale (worldwide) Supernatural beings took interest in events
Define protagonist The main character of a story
Name the five parts of a story in order. Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, denouement
Define foreshadowing. A clue that hints at what is to come
What is the difference between the conflict and a complication in a story? The conflict is the main issue to be solved and a complication is a problem that arises while trying to resolve the conflict.
List and explain each of the types of irony. Dramatic – where the audience knows something the characters don’t know Verbal – say one thing and mean another Situational – the unexpected happens.
I did real good on my exam today. FIX THIS SENTENCE I did real good on my exam today. I did really well on my exam today.
FIX THIS SENTENCE My mom went to the store and bought apples oranges and pears
What is a preposition? A preposition is a part of a sentence that usually comes before a noun. It describes location or direction.
Identify the predicate in this sentence. Jane, the girl who laughs a lot, went running every day last year. went running every day last year.
What is the role of an adjective in a sentence? Adjectives can describe or compare things.
Give a theme for “The Gift of the Magi.” A true gift is of the heart and not material items. Happiness is not found in material goods.
What is a scarlet Ibis? A red bird,
Who are the protagonists of “A Christmas Memory”? Truman Capote (nicknamed Buddy) and his cousin
Give a possible theme for “The Necklace.” Be happy with what you have. It is always better to tell the truth. Material goods do not guarantee happiness.
How is the ending of “The Necklace” foreshadowed? The jeweler said he only provided the box and not the necklace.
Why shouldn’t you use contractions while writing an essay? Final Jeopardy Why shouldn’t you use contractions while writing an essay?
Using contractions can make an essay seem informal.