Explode the Moment

Sadly Arda's and Ege's homemade rocket _________ and was no more. 

• fuel

• hose

• orbit

• exploded

What does the phrase 'explode the moment' mean in writing?

• To describe a moment in great detail

• To skip over a moment quickly

• To write about an explosion

• To summarize a moment

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Which of the following is an example of 'exploding the moment'?

• He ran fast.

• The sun set.

• The cake was delicious.

• The rain drummed on the roof, each drop a tiny percussion, as the wind howled through the trees.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

In the context of 'exploding the moment,' which literary device is most commonly used?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Imagery

• Alliteration

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

How can 'exploding the moment' enhance a narrative?

• By making it longer

• By adding suspense and detail

• By confusing the reader

• By reducing the word count

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Which sentence best 'explodes the moment'?

• She was happy.

• She smiled.

• Her eyes sparkled with joy as she received the unexpected gift, her heart swelling with happiness.

• She laughed.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the primary purpose of 'exploding the moment' in writing?

• To entertain the reader

• To provide detailed imagery and emotion

• To confuse the reader

• To shorten the story

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Which of the following is NOT a technique used in 'exploding the moment'?

• Detailed description

• Vivid imagery

• Quick summary

• Sensory details

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What effect does 'exploding the moment' have on pacing in a story?

• Speeds it up

• Slows it down

• Keeps it the same

• Reverses it

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

Which of these is a benefit of 'exploding the moment' for readers?

• It makes the story shorter

• It provides a deeper understanding of the scene

• It makes the story harder to follow

• It reduces emotional impact

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3