Monday, September 13, 2010

Where the Wild Things Are

Yo kids!

1) Read the story below
Max at Sea
by Dave Eggers

2) Answer the following questions in your LA #1 notebook

1. What TENSE is this written in?
2. What PERSON is this written in?
3. Write down 5 adjectives and 5 adverbs that you see throughout the story.
4. Is there an anecdote used? If so, quote it.
5. Is there a metaphor used? If so, quote it.
6. Is there repetition? Where? What feeling does it create?
7. What are some colorful words used in the story?
8. Are there any "ailments of style?"


DUE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15th!!!

Peace.