NAME THAT DEVICE
Q: Which literary device appeals to the five senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste)?
Imagery
Q: The author describes darkness, silence, and an empty room to create tension.
Mood
Q: A character is afraid to speak up because others might judge him.
Fear of judgment can prevent people from taking action.
Q: What does “analyze” mean on the Regents?
Explain HOW something works or develops an idea
Q: What gets zero credit in Part 3?
Plot summary
Q: An object, place, or action that represents a bigger idea is called what?
Symbolism
Q: The author describes shaking hands and a racing heart.
Imagery
Q: A character feels alone even while surrounded by others.
Loneliness can exist even when a person is not physically alone.
Q: Finish the sentence:
“The author uses imagery to develop the central idea by ___.”
Explaining how sensory details help the reader understand the idea or emotion
Q: What must every Part 2 argument essay include?
A clear claim supported by evidence from both texts
Q: A character struggling with fear, doubt, or emotions is an example of what type of conflict?
Internal conflict (Person vs. Self)
Q: A character avoids eye contact, overthinks decisions, and stays silent.
Characterization
Q: A character feels trapped even though no one is physically stopping them.
Fear can make people feel trapped even when escape is possible.
Q: What is missing in this response?
“The author uses symbolism to show freedom.”
An explanation of HOW the symbol develops the central idea
Q: What paragraph introduces the counterclaim in Part 2?
Paragraph 4
Q: When a story is told using “I,” “me,” or “my,” what point of view is used?
First-person point of view
Q: A crowded hallway feels lonely and uncomfortable to the character.
Setting or Mood (must explain HOW)
Q: A character overthinks simple decisions and misses opportunities.
Overthinking can prevent people from making important decisions.
Q: Which response earns more credit: summary or explanation?
Explanation
Q: True or False: You can earn full credit without explaining HOW.
False