Intro quiz - Class overview

How do I spell my last name?

• Mr Herbert

• Mr Hebert

• Mr Herbie

• Mr Herbet

How many years have I been teaching for?

• 17

• 8

• 10

• 13

Where have I taught before?

• Just All Saints College

• NSW schools only

• A.C.T, N.S.W and U.K schools

• Primary schools, this is my first high school!

What are my favourite topics to teach?

• Languages such as German, French and Parseltongue

• Classic novels, poetry and science fiction film studies

• Courses such as P.E, Physics and Herbology

• Fortnite, Minecraft and knitting

How many children do I have?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which University did I attend for my teaching qualification?

• University of Sydney

• Oxford University

• University of Newcastle

• Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry

What genre of text, e.g. film, novel, do I like the most?

• Romance

• Young Adult/Teen fiction

• Sci Fi

• Detective

What equipment do you need to have for each English class?

• A Laptop with a bookmarked connection via OneNote to our English content library

• Pencil case with pens, pencils, scissors, glue stick and highlighters

• A covered workbook with your name, my name and the class title on the front

• A open mind and a 'can do' attitude towards attempting the work to the best of your ability.

What are my classroom expectations (or 'rules')?

• Arrive on time, prepared for the lesson, with all necessary equipment.

• Be respectful to those who are speaking to the class

• Work to the best of your ability; be responsible and accountable for your own work ethic and actions.

• Follow directions quickly and but don’t be afraid to ask questions if you don’t understand (by raising your hand)

Which language technique was used in the second sentence?

• Personification

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Pathetic fallacy