6th Grade ELA 1
words or phrases that do not mean exactly what they say
Figurative language
Retelling of a text in your own words.
Paraphrase
Explicit vs. Implicit
Directly vs indirectly stated
a type of text structure where the author discusses a result and it’s action
Cause and effect
What is the theme of a story?
the lesson or moral of a story
Author's Purpose
Why the author wrote the story
details or research that support your answer/opinion including facts and data.
Text evidence
How is a central idea developed?
Support-
Details, Quotations, etc.
Words exchanged between characters using quotation marks. Example: “I have to go to the store,” exclaimed John.
dialogue
The thoughts and opinions of a character
perspective
What does chronological order mean?
Putting something in order.
When the narrator uses "She, He, they" it is written in this perspective
Third Person
Explain the difference between metaphor and simile
Comparison, _____ is _______
Comparison using like or as
writing that argues a side or point of view. Tries to convince the reader to take their side with reasons and evidence.
argumentative
The structure of a text is...
how a text is organized
conflict that is in the character’s mind
internal conflict
conflict between 1 or more characters
external conflict
a word of similar meaning
Synonym
the beginning of a story. Introduction to characters and setting.
Exposition
Name 3 words they may use in a second person POV
You, Y'all, Your
What is Historical Context?
Historical context refers to the social, political, cultural, and economic environment surrounding an event, idea, or work of literature, which is crucial for understanding its significance and implications.
What is the sequence of events in a story called?
Plot
Name 4 parts of speech
Noun
Pronoun
Verb
Adverb
Adjective
writing that informs the reader on a topic or person (nonfiction). It does not state an opinion.
Informative
Name THREE Author's Purposes
Inform
Entertain
Persuade