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A speech sound that is not a vowel like b, c, d, etc.

Consonant

100

A speech sound made with the mouth open and the airflow unobstructed, like a, e, i, o, u, and sometimes y.

Vowel

100

The smallest sound unit in a word that can change its meaning, like /b/ turning into /c/ in "bat" to make "cat."

Phoneme

100

The written representation of a sound, like a single letter or group of letters, such as "k," "sh," or "igh."

Grapheme

100

Saying a word or sound correctly.

Pronounce

200

Showing feelings or thoughts through words, facial movements, or actions.

Expression

200

 A word that describes an action, like run, jump, or think.

Verb

200

Punctuation marks showing exact words someone said, like "Hello!"

Speech Marks

200

Conversation between two or more people in a book, play, or other written work.

Dialogue

200

 Exact words spoken by a person written down and enclosed in speech marks, like She said, "I am happy."

Direct Speech

300

A story or account of events or experiences, whether true or fictional.

Narrative

300

 Short description of a book or story usually found on the back cover giving an idea of what it is about.

Blurb

300

Evaluation or critique of a book, movie, or other work, often giving an opinion on its quality.

Review

300

The main idea or message of a story, such as friendship, bravery, or kindness.

Theme

300

The reason why something is done or created, such as to inform, entertain, or persuade.

Purpose

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