Narrative Techniques
What narrative technique uses conversation between characters to reveal personality?
Dialogue
What is the central problem in a story called?
Conflict
What is the deeper message or lesson of a story called?
Theme
What is the purpose of expository writing?
To inform or explain.
What figurative language compares two things using “like” or “as”?
Simile
How does imagery help develop setting?
It uses sensory details to help the reader picture the setting and atmosphere.
A hint about something that will happen later in the story is called what?
Foreshadowing
How can a character’s choices reveal theme?
Their actions show what the story suggests about life or human behavior.
Name two types of evidence used in expository texts.
Facts, statistics, examples, key details.
What is the difference between denotation and connotation?
Denotation is literal meaning; connotation is emotional or implied meaning.
How can characterization develop the plot?
A character’s traits influence their decisions, which move the plot forward.
What narrative device shows events from an earlier time?
Flashback
If multiple events show that “hard work leads to success,” what is the theme?
Hard work leads to success.
How do headings and text features help readers?
They organize information and highlight main ideas.
Why would an author choose the word “slithered” instead of “moved”?
To create a negative or sneaky connotation.
If an author slows down pacing during an intense moment, what effect might that create?
Builds suspense or tension.
How do foreshadowing and rising action work together?
Foreshadowing builds anticipation while rising action increases tension.
How does plot structure help develop theme?
The sequence of events builds evidence that supports the story’s message.
Why might an author include statistics?
To strengthen credibility and support main ideas.
How does figurative language help target an audience?
It creates emotion, imagery, and tone that appeal to readers.
Explain how setting can influence a character’s actions in a story.
Explain how setting can influence a character’s actions in a story.
Why might an author use flashback during the climax?
To reveal important background information that changes how we understand the moment.
Why is theme rarely stated directly?
Authors want readers to infer it through characters, events, and conflicts.
How does a strong conclusion strengthen an expository text?
It reinforces main ideas and provides closure.
Explain how word choice can reveal bias.
Strong connotative words influence how readers feel about a subject.