Monster - Novel Flashcard

Front

What does the all clear signal refer to in the context of a robbery?

Back

The all clear signal indicates that it is safe to proceed with the robbery, as communicated by Steve to Evans and King.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does Steve mean when he says, 'I didn’t say you threw it. I just said ___________'?

Back

He implies that he is not accusing Tony of throwing the rock, but rather suggesting that Tony should run.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does O’Brien do during practice sessions when she dislikes Steve’s answers?

Back

She turns over a cup to indicate that she wants him to change his response.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What metaphor does Steve use to describe his relationship with his father?

Back

He compares it to a man looking down to see his son but instead seeing a monster, indicating a loss of connection.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

Front

What is the significance of testimony in a court case?

Back

Testimony is the evidence presented by witnesses under oath, which can influence the outcome of a trial.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

What does the term 'self-serving' mean in the context of witness statements?

Back

Self-serving refers to statements made by witnesses that benefit their own interests, potentially compromising their reliability.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What is a plea bargain?

Back

A plea bargain is an agreement in a criminal case where the defendant pleads guilty to a lesser charge in exchange for a lighter sentence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What role does a subpoena play in a legal context?

Back

A subpoena is a legal document that orders an individual to appear in court or produce evidence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

How does a flashback function in storytelling?

Back

A flashback is a narrative technique that interrupts the chronological flow of a story to provide background information or context.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does it mean to be a witness in a trial?

Back

A witness is someone who provides testimony about what they have seen or know regarding the case being tried.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6