Author's Purpose
When an author writes to explain or teach something, their purpose is...
to inform
A comparison without using "like" or "as"...
A metaphor
The main problem or struggle in a story...
conflict
Central message of a story...
theme
"The wind whispered through the trees" is an example of what...
personification
When an author writes to tell a story for enjoyment, their purpose is...
to entertain
A comparison using "like" or "as"...
A simile
The structure of events in a story...
plot
Themes are usually stated directly or its..
implied
The perspective using "he", "she", or "they" is...
third person
When an author tries to convince the reader of something...
to persuade
The attitude the author has toward a subject...
tone
A common character type; Example hero or mentor...
archetype
Stories share similar .... or patterns
plots
The turning point of a story...
climax
The authors purpose often affects tone and this...
word choice or dication
The feeling the reader gets while reading...
mood
When a story is told from more than one point of view...
multiple perspectives
Literature often reflects the values of the author's...
location, time period, or culture
The beginning of a story where characters and setting are being introduced...
exposition
Understanding the author's purpose helps readers do this...
analyze and understand the text
Authors use figurative language to develop...
meaning, tone, or mood
When something in a story represents a deeper meaning...
symbolism
Analyzing texts with a modern view help show how..
ideas or themes change over time
The lesson learned by the end of a story...
theme