Boy of the Painted Cave Chs 1-4

Front

Who is the main character in 'Boy of the Painted Cave'?

Back

Tao is the main character.

Front

What is the name of Tao's mother?

Back

Verda is Tao's mother's name.

Front

What animal does Tao encounter that sounds like a screaming demon?

Back

Tao encounters an eagle-owl.

Front

What type of figurative language describes a sound being heard?

Back

Onomatopoeia describes a sound being heard.

Front

What does the term 'simile' mean?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What is the significance of the cave paintings in the story?

Back

The cave paintings represent Tao's connection to his culture and his artistic expression.

Front

What does Tao's journey symbolize in the story?

Back

Tao's journey symbolizes self-discovery and the quest for identity.

Front

What is the role of nature in 'Boy of the Painted Cave'?

Back

Nature plays a crucial role as it influences Tao's experiences and interactions.

Front

Define 'figurative language'.

Back

Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

Front

What is the meaning of 'metaphor'?

Back

A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.