ELA- Semester 1 Flashcards
(104 cards)
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Alliteration
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the repetition of sounds at the beginning of words
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Aphorism
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A saying that teaches something
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Figurative Language
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refers to words or phrases that are meaningful, but not literally true
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Flashback
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a memory from a past time
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Foreshadow
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to hint to what’s to come
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Imagery
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Visually descriptive language
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Irony
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the expression of one’s meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite typically for humorous or emphatic effect
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blissful
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happy
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prominent
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leading
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demise
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death
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philosophy
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system of beliefs
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gingerly
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carefully
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alienation
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isolated
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cynical
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distrustful or pessimistic
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intrusive
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unwelcome; coming without invitation
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communal
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shared
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murky
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dark and heavy
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exuberance
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extreme joy
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teeming
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swarming with
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exertion
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physical or mental effort
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snarled
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snapped; growled
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disillusioned
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dissatisfied
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supplements
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nourishment
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inherent
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intrinsic; existing as an essential characteristic
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serenity
being calm
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facade
outward appearance; face or front
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Why is Morrie an optimist?
He feels he's lucky because he has time to say goodbye.
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What illness is Morrie told he has?
ALS
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How does Morrie react to being called a prophet?
He doesn't really agree, he's just happy his words meant something
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Who does the Pride of the Yankees speech come from?
Lou Gehring
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When does Mitch realize that is time with Morrie is running out?
After he lifted him from his wheelchair to his recliner
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How does Morrie feel about the tape recorder that Mitch brings?
He wants someone to hear his story.
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Morrie feels people are too involved in what?
Materialistic things, the culture
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What are Morrie's and Mitchs's thoughts on spirituality?
Morrie likes spirituality by default, Mitch doesn't (thinks it's touchy-feely)
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How did Morrie become a teacher?
He didn't want to take advantage of others, it was by default.
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What did Morrie learn was the only antidote to poverty?
education
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How did Morrie confront his mother's death?
He tried to ignore it
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Morrie's reaction to Mitch's thesis is an example of what?
the tension of opposites
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What nickname does Mitch give Morrie?
Coach
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What is sometimes a part of Morrie's morning routine?
grieving and crying
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How does Morrie feel when it comes to crying?
it's perfectly okay
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Morrie talks about the alienation of youth, the need for connectedness and the need to be...
"fully human"
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How does Morrie feel a person gets meaning into their life?
loving others, community, and creating something that gives purpose and meaning to life
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Which side wins when it comes to the tension of opposites?
love
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What does Morrie say is the cause of unhappiness?
The culture does not let people feel good about themselves.
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How and why is Morrie considered a bridge?
He's not fully alive, but not dead, he's "in-between"
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Where does the last class take place?
Morrie's home
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What do you call the philosophies that Morrie writes down?
aphorisms
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What drives Mitch's frantic work pace?
His past; he fears he will die young like his uncle
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What is the subject in Morrie's last class?
Meaning of life
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How does the book get its name?
Mitch's Tuesday visits with Morrie
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What career does Mitch want to pursue when he graduates from college?
musician
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What unusual event does Morrie hold at his house?
a living funeral
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What disease does Morrie have?
ALS
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What effect does the Vietnam War have on the sociology department?
gave students passing grades (antiwar)
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Who wrote the quote, "love each other or perish"?
Auden
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How does Morrie want to die?
peacefully
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What theory does Morrie want Mitch to use?
tension of opposites to learn to detach
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What makes Morrie become emotional?
thinking about leaving his kids
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What is the foundation which people may stand on according to Morrie?
family
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What does Morrie say about people who wish they were younger?
they have an unfulfilled life
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Where does Morrie pick to be buried?
on a hill by a pond
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How has Mitch changed as the book goes on?
he has a different POV about everything, and enjoys life more
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What did Morrie want on his tombstone?
'A teacher to the last'
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How does Morrie say you get meaning into your life?
By devoting yourself to others, and to a purpose
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What are Morrie's thought on money and power?
He doesn't feel they are a substitute for tenderness.
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What does Morrie feel does not promote a meaningful life?
money
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What show did the interviews with Morrie?
Nightline
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Did Morrie dress up for his interviews? why?
He didn't because he didn't think death was embarrassing.
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What does Morrie say about status, envy, and an open heart?
Status will just lead to people being envious, an open heart will make you equal between everyone.
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What does Morrie say about culture?
Reject it and make your own!
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Where does Mitch's last class with Morrie take place?
Morrie's house
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When the course was over, what would Mitch be doing?
attending a funeral
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Why is Mitch's frantic work pace driven by his past?
After his uncle's death, he worked so much to try and be "happy".
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What was Mitch's culture?
work
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Mitch and Morrie talked about the alienation of youth and the need to be..
fully human
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What has Morrie been trying to get Mitch to do?
cry
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What is Morrie's reaction to Mitch's thesis?
tension of opposites
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How was Mitch confronting Morrie's death?
ignoring it
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What does the food represent after Charlotte tells Mitch how much Morrie can't eat?
all the things Morrie can no longer enjoy
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When Morrie "lost his battle", and someone was wiping his behind, what did that mean?
Morrie had reached a turning point in his disease.
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Once Mitch realizes that Morrie is unable to eat the food he brings, what does he then start to do for Morrie?
Mitch helps Morrie with his physical needs.
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Does this course operate like most college courses?
No
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What show caught Mitch's ear that led him to Morrie?
Nightline
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Describe Mitch and his younger brother.
Mitch and his brother are very different.
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What does it mean about life being circular?
Something is always being born or dying
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What were Morrie's thoughts about rules of the community?
He thought you should follow the ones that make sense and keep you safe.
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juxtaposition
two things being seen or placed together with contrasting effect
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metaphor
describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain an idea, or make a comparison (doesn't use like or as)
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motif
a recurring story element with symbolic significance
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point of view
a particular attitude or way of considering a matter
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repetition
repeating something that has already been said or written
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simile
describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain an idea, or make a comparison (uses like or as)
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subjective
based on or influenced by personal feelings, opinions, or tastes
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symbol
a shape, sign, etc. to represent
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gaunt
lean, skeletal, emaciated
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ambivalence
mixed feeling
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envious
jealous
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commandeered
take control of
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normalcy
normal, usual
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teeming
swarming
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egotistical
selfish
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facade
a sort of disguise from the real thing
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How is Mitch different from other college students?
Mitch is younger; he left high school a year early.
