1. Final Review

2. Literary Devices Basic Literary Element Review Literary Element Game
Directions: On a piece of paper write the numbers 1 – 40
After each clip write the type of literary element is being represented
Metaphor – saying something IS something else
Simile – comparing two things that are different
Hyperbole – exaggerated statements that shouldn’t be taken seriously
Alliteration – the occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words
Personification – giving something human qualities
Onomatopoeia – the formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named (e.g., cuckoo, sizzle, bam!)

3. Conflict in Literature
Conflict in The Little Mermaid – Identify
Do Now: What are the major conflicts for the books we’ve read this year? Give examples.

4. How to Write a Strong Introduction
Strong Introduction -- Like a Movie
What not to do – Shmoop
Types of Hooks
Question
Quote
An example/ story
Broad statement

5. Is your Thesis a strong one?
Strong thesis – Shmoop
Why is your thesis important?

6. Strong Essay
Cohesive Essay

7. The Odyssey
Shmoop summary

8. Of Mice and Men
Shmoop summary

9. Romeo and Juliet
Summary

10. The Chocolate War