Restart Chapters 4-7

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What does it mean to be an 'apex predator'?

Back

An apex predator is a top predator in an ecosystem that has no natural enemies, often controlling the population of other species.

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What is the significance of Chase being referred to as the apex predator?

Back

It highlights his dominant and bullying behavior among peers.

Front

What does 'arrogant' mean?

Back

Having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities.

Front

Provide an example of arrogance from Chase's dad.

Back

Chase's dad claims, 'There are a lot of athletes out there. But only a few of us who can make it rain.' This shows his belief in his superiority.

Front

What is community service?

Back

Community service is a voluntary work intended to help people in a particular area.

Front

Why did Chase, Bear, and Aaron have to do community service?

Back

They were punished for planting cherry bombs in a piano at open house.

Front

What is figurative language?

Back

Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation.

Front

Identify the type of figurative language: 'The soap is next, pelting down on me like wet snow.'

Back

This is a simile, as it compares the soap to wet snow using 'like'.

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

Front

Why might interviewing athletes be difficult for the video club?

Back

Athletes may pick on members of the video club, making the interviews uncomfortable.