Word Meaning
When a narrator uses "I, Me," it is written in this perspective
First Person
words that mean the same as another are called
Synonym
The term used to make an educated guess based on evidence
Inference
What is a thesis statement and where does it go in your essay?
Tells the reader what they will read about, it has the claim and two-three things you will write about, its one sentence only and it is the last sentence in your introduction paragraph
A comparison that uses like or as.
Simile
When a narrator uses "he, she, they, their," the story is written in _____ person.
Third (3rd) Person Point of View
Words that mean the opposite of another are called
Antonyms
The words and phrases around a difficult word to help the reader determine meaning. Gives us hints and helps us to better understand.
Context Clues
At the meeting, the teachers realized they would need to consolidate their math teams so they would have enough people to participate in the competition on Saturday morning.
What does the word consolidate mean as it is used in the sentence?
A. Combine
A comparison between two different things.
Metaphor
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When a narrator uses the words "you, yourself, your," the story is written in _____ person.
Second (2nd) Person Point of View
The message or lesson that can apply to you/me
Theme
A concise restatement of the main points, themes, or substance of a longer work, such as a report, article, book, or speech.
Summary
What is the difference between tone and mood?
A figure of speech that uses extreme, intentional exaggeration to emphasize a point, evoke strong feelings, or add humor
Hyperbole
What does the word gullible mean in the following sentence?
There are any number of miracle cures for various illnesses for people gullible enough to buy them.
easily deceived or tricked; too trusting
What the text is mostly about is known as the _______ ________ of the text.
Central Idea
To put quotes in your own words
Paraphrase
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The series of events that make up a story.
The beginning, middle, and end.
The Plot of the Story
Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
Conflict drives the entire plot
The use of vivid, descriptive language that appeals to the five senses—sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch—to create mental images, emotions, or experiences for the reader.
Imagery
What does the word tenacious mean in the following sentence:
Even though Jackson was smaller than his other teammates, his tenacious attitude allowed him to accomplish as much as they did.
extremely persistent; never giving up or letting anyone get in his way
The primary reason an author writes a specific text, usually categorized as to persuade, inform, or entertain.
Author's Purpose
What is the role of the conclusion paragraph?
Restates what the entire essay covered; leaves the reader with a final thought.
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What is the part of the essay that acknowledges the opposite opinion and attempts to disprove it?
Counterclaim & Rebuttle
When words imitate the natural sounds associated with an object or action.
Onomatopoeia
What does the word gnarled mean?
rough, crooked, twisted, bent
The difference in appearance and reality
Irony
This writing strategy is used to create a well structured answer to a question.
R.A.C.E.S.
Two things an argumentative essay has that makes it different from other types of essays.
Counterclaim and Rebuttal
A reference to something with historical, cultural, literary, or political importance.
Allusion