STORY ELEMENTS
What do we call the place and time where a story happens?
The setting
What does the word "generous" mean?
to be really nice, to share a lot with other people
Is this a simile or metaphor?
The pizza was hot like the sun.
Simile
When you use clues from the text to make a guess, you are making an...
inference
What does it mean when an author's purpose to inform?
To educate the reader, teach the reader, or give facts
What do we call the person telling the story?
The narrator
What is a synonym for the word "beautiful"?
Pretty, attractive, good looking
Is this a simile or metaphor?
The cat was as cute as a bunny.
Simile
Meena came to school dripping wet. She forgot her umbrella at home.
What inference can you make about the weather outside?
It was raining.
Squidward played the clarinet at home. He practiced every day, hoping to become a famous musician.
What point of view is this? First, second or third?
Third point of view
What do we call the lesson or message of a story?
The moral or the theme
What does the word "genuine" mean?
real, not fake
Is this a simile or metaphor?
That kid is an angel.
Metaphor.
Squidward punched Patrick. Patrick started crying.
What can you infer about Squidward?
Squidward was mad at Patrick, Squidward is mean, Squidward doesn't like Patrick.
Why does the author write to entertain?
To make the reader enjoy the text
When an author uses something like a color, animal, or object to show an idea or feeling, what is that called?
Symbolism
What is an antonym for the word "rude"?
Polite, nice, pleasant
What kind of figurative language is this?
That kid never stops talking.
Hyperbole
Ayan and his team practiced together every day after school. They went to the court behind the school and passed the ball to each other. Whenever someone scored a basket, everyone would cheer.
What sport did Ayan play?
Basketball
When an author is telling you to buy something, the author's purpose is...
To persuade
When an author gives hints about what will happen later, what is that called?
Foreshadowing
What does the word "unusual" mean?
Weird, not normal
What kind of figurative language is this?
That slice of pie is calling my name.
Personification
Jaya has to get to work early because a lot of creatures, big and small, are counting on her for their breakfast. Later in the day, she will make sure their habitats are clean.
Where does Jaya work?
The zoo
You walk down the dark street, your heart pounding, wondering if you should turn back or go into the unknown.
What point of view is this? First, second, or third?
Second point of view