Original PromptPart 1: Who Said It?
Instructions: Use the Character Bank to identify the speaker for each quote. Then, circle two words from the Adjective Bank that describe that person.
Character Bank
Cassie Logan (The narrator) | Little Man (The youngest) | Mama (The teacher) | Papa (David Logan) | Uncle Hammer (The one with the car) | T.J. Avery (Stacey’s friend) | Mr. Morrison (The strong protector)
Adjective Bank
Proud | Angry | Brave | Dishonest | Wise | Careful | Needy | Determined | Strict
1. "Then I
This resource is designed to help students master character identification and figurative language. It outlines learning goals and success criteria that aim for students to accurately connect character dialogue with their traits, while also classifying examples of figurative language such as similes, metaphors, personifications, and hyperboles. The material provides a detailed description of key characters, their traits, and unique speech patterns, along with interactive exercises to help students analyze quotes and identify figurative language within them. Students will also engage in metacognitive reflection about their understanding and confidence level regarding the text. The cheat sheet summarizing the types of figurative language serves as a handy reference for students, enabling them to practice and apply their knowledge effectively.