8th Grade ELA O'Henry Unit

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Across
  1. 6. The process of revealing a character's personality through description, dialogue, and actions.
  2. 8. Confident and direct in expressing oneself, while respecting others.
  3. 12. Lacking strength or power.
  4. 14. A theme seen in Behrman’s selfless act in 'The Last Leaf.'
  5. 17. Expressing gratitude for what one has received.
  6. 18. Forceful or hostile, often at the expense of others.
  7. 19. Feeling or showing appreciation for kindness.
  8. 20. Quiet and gentle, often submissive.
Down
  1. 1. Selflessly concerned for the well-being of others.
  2. 2. A hint or clue about what will happen later in the story, as seen in 'After Twenty Years' with the policeman's actions.
  3. 3. Words spelled the same but with different meanings or pronunciations.
  4. 4. The strength to act in the face of fear or difficulty.
  5. 5. A contrast between expectation and reality.
  6. 6. A belief in one's abilities or judgment.
  7. 7. The use of an object to represent a larger idea, such as the last leaf representing hope.
  8. 9. Having a high level of mental ability or knowledge.
  9. 10. A direct comparison saying one thing is another.
  10. 11. A sense of self-importance or self-esteem.
  11. 13. A struggle between opposing forces, such as man vs. self in 'The Last Leaf.'
  12. 15. A technique that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or expose.
  13. 16. Willing to face danger or challenges without fear.