SBUA 1.2 Horror Escape Room

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HorrorEscape room

Use your knowledge of text features, text structures, author's purpose, Central idea, diction,and Syntax to escape!

"A ghost is trapped in this house, doomed to wander it until it regains all its memories.To help it find them, you must first overcome all the challenges and collect the missing objects in your inventory.Explore the house and try not to gettrapped yourself…"

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What text structure does the author use in this excerpt:In the United States, Halloween is celebrated with costumes, trick-or-treating, and spooky decorations. Children dress up in costumes and go door to door asking for candy. In contrast, Mexico celebrates a holiday called Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. While both holidays occur around the same time in late October and early November, they are quite different. Día de los Muertos is a time to honor and remember loved ones who have passed away, with colorful altars, sugar skulls, and marigold flowers. Unlike Halloween’s focus on ghosts and ghouls, Día de los Muertos celebrates life and family.

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What text structure does the author use in this excerpt:In Ireland, where Halloween originated, bonfires play a significant role in the celebration. Historically, the Celts believed that on the night of October 31st, the boundary between the living and the dead became blurred. To ward off evil spirits, they would light large bonfires, which were thought to offer protection. Over time, this tradition spread to other countries, leading to today’s Halloween customs, such as lighting jack-o'-lanterns to keep spirits away. The original cause of the bonfires was to protect the living from harmful spirits, and the effect has been a long-standing tradition that evolved into modern Halloween festivities.

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What text structure does the author use in this excerpt:Halloween celebrations in Japan are relatively new compared to Western countries. In the early 2000s, the influence of American pop culture began to take hold, and slowly, Halloween-themed events started popping up in major cities. By 2010, large Halloween parades and costume parties became common in places like Tokyo’s Shibuya district. Today, Halloween in Japan is a festive occasion with street parades, elaborate costumes, and themed decorations in shops. Although trick-or-treating isn’t common, the holiday continues to grow in popularity each year.

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What text structure does the author use in this excerpt:In Germany, there has been some debate over whether Halloween should be widely celebrated. Some people feel that the holiday is too commercialized and takes away from traditional German holidays. Others, however, enjoy the fun of dressing up and the opportunity for children to participate in festivities. To strike a balance, many communities have found a solution by celebrating both Halloween and traditional German holidays like St. Martin’s Day. This allows people to enjoy the new customs of Halloween without losing touch with their cultural traditions.

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To introduce a definition of Diwali

To join two closely related sentences

To introduce a list of examples related to Diwali’s traditions

To separate two independent clauses

How is the colon used in the sentence: "Diwali is known for its vibrant traditions: lighting oil lamps (called diyas), decorating homes with colorful rangolis, setting off fireworks, and sharing sweets"?

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Which text feature provides clarity through a visual as opposed to a written description and can make comparisons or trends more easily identifiable?

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To compare Diwali with other religious festivals

inform readers about the significance of Diwali,

To entertain readers with a story about Diwali

To persuade readers to celebrate Diwali

Diwali: The Festival of LightsDiwali is a major Hindu festival celebrated in India and other parts of the world. It marks the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Diwali is known for its vibrant traditions: lighting oil lamps (called diyas), decorating homes with colorful rangolis, setting off fireworks, and sharing sweets. Families come together to honor the goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. Diwali lasts for five days, each with its own significance and customs.

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Mid-Autumn Festival in ChinaThe Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese holiday that celebrates the harvest and the full moon. Families gather to share mooncakes and admire the bright, full moon, which is believed to bring good fortune.Which text feature would help emphasize the percentage of families in China who celebrate by engaging in different activities?

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Remember these notes and play them on the piano in the correct order

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Use the magnifying glass to search for the code and then insert it into the typewriter

Someone is there!

To imply that Halloween is better than Christmas

To provoke thought about whether someone can truly change their nature

To suggest that Jack Skellington is misunderstood

The Nightmare Before Christmas: A Unique Holiday TaleIn The Nightmare Before Christmas, we meet Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, who becomes fascinated by the joyful celebrations of Christmas. As he tries to bring his own spooky spin to the holiday, one might wonder: Can a character known for scaring people really understand the spirit of Christmas? This question drives the story, exploring themes of identity and the true meaning of the holidays. Jack's journey reminds us that sometimes, it takes a little bit of curiosity and courage to embrace new traditions.What is the author's purpose for using the rhetorical question in the excerpt?

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In Twilight, Bella Swan moves to the gloomy town of Forks, where the clouds hang low and the rain falls steadily. As she navigates her new life, she encounters the mysterious and enchanting Edward Cullen, whose dark allure draws her into a world filled with danger and intrigue.Which word in the passage best conveys a sense of mystery and danger?

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Her laughter can be surprising and intense.

Her laughter is soft and gentle.

Her laughter is rarely heard.

Wednesday Addams is a shadow in a world of bright colors, always dressed in black with a mischievous grin that hints at her dark humor. Her laughter is like a thunderstorm—unexpected, powerful, and leaving everyone both enchanted and slightly uneasy.What does the simile "Her laughter is like a thunderstorm" suggest about Wednesday Addams?

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It's locked...look in the inventory for something to open it

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You have recovered all the memories of the ghost! Now it can finally rest and you can escape from the house!

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