Shakespeare, Night, Of Mice and Men, MLA ELA 9 Final

What was the 'Final Solution' during the Holocaust?

A systematic government-sponsored genocide to rid Europe of all Jewish people.

Who is the author of the memoir 'Night'?

Elie Wiesel

What are the main themes explored in 'Night'?

Faith can be broken, empathy is tested, and indifference is dangerous.

What is the setting of 'Of Mice and Men'?

California during the Great Depression.

Who are the two main characters in 'Of Mice and Men'?

George Milton and Lennie Small.

What tragic decision does George have to make at the end of 'Of Mice and Men'?

He must decide to end Lennie's life to protect him.

What is a Shakespearean sonnet?

A poem with 14 lines, written in three quatrains and one couplet, following the rhyme scheme ABAB CDCD EFEF GG.

What are the three types of plays written by Shakespeare?

Comedies, Tragedies, and Histories.

What does the term 'foreshadowing' refer to in literature?

A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

What is a primary source?

Information that comes directly from a person, event, or time period.

What is a secondary source?

Information that explains, discusses, or analyzes a primary source.

Define 'simile'.

A direct comparison between two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

Define 'metaphor'.

A direct comparison stating that one thing is another, without using 'like' or 'as'.

What is 'hyperbole'?

An extreme, intentional exaggeration used to make a point or add emphasis.

What is 'personification'?

Giving human qualities, emotions, or actions to non-human objects or ideas.

What is 'alliteration'?

The repetition of the same consonant sounds at the beginning of closely connected words.

What is an 'oxymoron'?

A phrase that combines two opposite or contradictory words to create a special meaning.

What is 'onomatopoeia'?

A word that sounds like the noise it describes.

What is the climax of a Shakespearean play?

It is always found in Act 3.

What is the significance of Shakespeare's language?

His use of language was unique and innovative, creating hundreds of English words still in use today.

Who are the main characters in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

Romeo Montague, Juliet Capulet, Mercutio, Benvolio, Tybalt, Friar Laurence, and the Nurse.

What is the outcome of the feud between the Montagues and Capulets?

The deaths of Romeo and Juliet lead to the families ending their feud.

What is the MLA format used for?

To standardize citations, improve readability, prevent plagiarism, and enhance credibility.

What is the proper format for a book citation in MLA?

LastName, FirstName. Book Title. Publisher, year of publication.

What is the proper format for an article citation from a website in MLA?

Author's Last Name, First Name. 'Article Title.' Website Name, Publisher, Publication Date, URL. Accessed Day Month Year.