The Children's Story Flashcard

Front

How does the teacher convince the kids to destroy the flag?

Back

She convinces them to all take a piece of their own.

Front

The flag is a __________ because it stands for something else.

Back

Symbol

Front

When Johnny struggles with the idea of his dad having bad thoughts, it is an example of __________.

Back

internal conflict

Front

What is the climax of the story?

Back

When Johnny catches the new teacher giving out candy during the prayer.

Front

What present does the new teacher offer the children that Johnny does not want?

Back

new clothes

Front

What is personification?

Back

Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities.

Front

What does alliteration mean?

Back

The occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words.

Front

Define hyperbole.

Back

Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

Front

What is an example of external conflict?

Back

A struggle between a character and an outside force.

Front

What does allegory mean?

Back

A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning.