Nonfiction Text Structure
True or False: A writer cannot include their own opinion when writing a nonfiction text structure.
FALSE - it can include their opinion, it just has to be about something real (aka - nonfiction)
True or False: A theme is typically written in one or two words.
FALSE - a theme is the message or lesson the character learns in the story, or what we as the reader learn as the "takeaway" or message of the story
If a story is told using "I," "me," and "my," what point of view is it written in?
First person POV
True or False: The main conflict in a story always involves the main character.
TRUE! Character vs. ________
In the sentence "Despite the ominous clouds, we went on a hike," the author uses the word "ominous" most likely to mean -
threatening or scary
This text structure presents information in a series of steps or stages to explain how something is done or how it works.
Process/Sequence
What is the difference between theme and main idea?
The theme is the lesson learned and the main idea is the central point of a text
"The wind whispered through the trees" is an example of this type of figurative language:
Personification
What is the one kind of internal conflict?
Character vs. Self
The turning point of the story, where the conflict reaches its most intense moment, is called...
In an article discussing the effects of pollution on the environment, which text structure might the author use to explain how pollution harms wildlife?
a) Cause and Effect
b) Problem and Solution
c) Process/Chronological Order
d) Descriptive
e) Compare and Contrast
a) Cause and Effect
You read a story where a character continues to lose over and over again. He thinks about retiring from his profession, but he eventually works hard and achieves his goal of becoming the undisputed champion. What is a possible universal theme of this story?
In this point of view, the narrator is not a character in the story and knows the thoughts and feelings of only one character.
Third person LIMITED
What are two kinds of external conflicts?
Character vs. Nature
Character vs. Society
Character vs. Character
Character vs. Technology
Character vs. Fate
Character vs. Supernatural
This part of the plot builds tension and develops the conflict.
Rising action
Provide an example that would fall into the category of Compare and Contrast.
Middle School Students vs. Elementary
Polar Bears vs. Grizzly Bears
Television vs. Movies
Vacations vs. Field Trips
In which of the following stories is the theme of overcoming a conflict by working together most prominently portrayed?
A) A story where a group of classmates compete against each other in a science fair.
B) A story where a character learns the importance of honesty after telling a lie.
C) A story where two siblings overcome their differences to rescue their lost pet.
D) A story where a character discovers their hidden talent and becomes successful
C) A story where two siblings overcome their differences to rescue their lost pet.
A narrator who knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters is using this point of view.
Third Person OMNISCIENT
A character who is dealing with guilt, fear, or a tough decision is facing what type of conflict?
Character vs. self
Question: What is the author's likely purpose in writing a speech titled "The Importance of Volunteering in Our Community"?
a) To entertain listeners with jokes and anecdotes about volunteering experiences.
b) To inform listeners about the history of volunteering in the community.
c) To persuade listeners to become actively involved in volunteering activities for the betterment of society.
d) To summarize the financial benefits of volunteering for individuals and organizations.
c) To persuade listeners to become actively involved in volunteering activities for the betterment of society.
Using the text structure, Cause and Effect, provide one example an author could write about using this strategy. (an example we haven't talked about yet).
what smoking does to your lungs
addiction to technology and its effect on mental health
staying up late playing video games made a student fail a test
One story has the theme “greed can lead to downfall,” and another has the theme “appreciate what you have.” How are these themes connected?
Both warn against wanting too much and show that being happy is better than being greedy
“He walked to school in the rain, wishing he had brought his umbrella. Across town, Maria was hoping the storm would end before her soccer game.” This is an example of which point of view?
Third person omniscient.
In a dystopian novel where the main character rebels against an unfair law, system, or set of rules, the conflict is...
Character vs. Society
You must provide two reasons why animals should or should not be in zoos. One must be for FOR animals in zoos, the other must be AGAINST animals in zoos.
For: prevent species extinction, treat injured animals, educate people about animals, etc.
Against: preserving their natural habitats, the mistreatment of the animals, irregular behaviors of animals in captivity, etc.