Descriptive Writing
What is descriptive writing?
A way of writing that describes a person, place, thing or event in a way that a picture is formed in the reader's mind.
What is narrative writing?
It is a type of writing where you tell a story.
What is opinion writing?
Opinion writing is when you share a belief, judgement, or way of thinking about something.
What is a simile?
A comparison that uses like or as
Who were the main and supporting characters in "The One and Only Ivan?"
Ivan was the main character. Bob, Ruby, Stella, Mack, and Julia were supporting characters.
What does it mean to "show, not tell" in descriptive writing?
To use words that allows the reader to see what is happening in the sentence rather than telling them what is happening. This means using sensory words and lots of adjectives to describe what is happening.
What 4 things do all narrative writing have?
1. characters
2. setting
3. problem
4. solution
A fact is something can be proven to be true and is universally accepted, for example, the earth is round. An opinion is something that is a belief or judgement, for example, pizza is the best food.
Give an example of a metaphor.
Answers vary. Ex: She is the apple of my eye.
What were 2 of the themes in "The One and Only Ivan?"
The themes were man vs the natural world, identity, freedom and confinement, art and creativity, home, and animal rights.
Give an example of a juicy, descriptive word for the ocean.
What is the setting of a narrative?
The place and time where the story occurs
Give an example of evidence to support the opinion that "pizza is the best food."
Answers vary. Pizza is the best because it combines lots of yummy food like gooey cheese with delicious meat and crunchy vegetables.
What is onomatopoeia? Give an example.
When words that are used actually describe the sound being referred to.
EX: Bang!!
Give a plot summary of the book "The One and Only Ivan"
Ivan, a silverback gorilla, lives in a stationary circus in a mall. He is friends with other animals in the Circus, especially Stella, the elephant, and Bob, the dog. When Stella dies, Ivan promises to save Ruby, a young elephant, from a life of captivity. Ivan uses his art to convey a message to the public which allows the animals to be taken to a zoo where they can live with other animals of their kind.
How can you make this blah, boring sentence more exciting and descriptive?
"I am sick."
answers vary. Ex: My head feels so warm it's like it's on fire. I am sneezing like a firecracker. I am taking so much medicine, I might explode. I just want to sleep all day long.
What is the difference between a main character and supporting character?
A main character is the character who the story is mostly about, follows the story in the beginning, middle and end, and we does most of the talking. A supporting character is not the main character but is still important in the story.
What does "OREO" stand for?
Opinion
Reason
Evidence
Opinion (restated)
What is an idiom? Give an example.
Phrases that do not mean what they literally say.
EX: tie the knot or couch potato
What is a "mind movie" from "Fish in a Tree?" Why are they significant to the story.
Mind movies are how the main character, Ally, copes with tough situations. She plays these movies/stories in her mind to help distract her from reality. These are significant because they help bring her peace from the multitude of struggles that Ally faces daily. They allow her to deal with some of her issues and seek idillic circumstances.
Give an example of a descriptive sentence describing your parent.
Answers vary. Ex: My super fun mom always gives me nice, warm hugs before bed.
Give an example of a problem and solution from a story we read in class.
Answers vary. Ex: The problem in "The Plump and Perky Turkey" was that the turkey didn't want to become Thanksgiving dinner. The solution was that the turkey came up with a disguise that kept him safe.
Answers vary.
What is a hyperbole? Give an example.
an exaggeration.
EX: My grandpa is as old as time.
Compare and contrast the characters of Shay and Mr Daniels from "A Fish in a Tree."
Shay is an antagonist and seems to always be working against Ally and who she wants to be. On the other hand, Mr Daniels is a sweet, funny teacher that wants to help and support Ally. Ally seeks approval from both characters.