Writing 8th Grade (Narrative)
When a narrator uses "I, Me," it is written in this point of view
What is First Person
This part of an informative essay tells what the topic will be OR what the author's purpose is.
What is thesis statement
"The bright orange walls screamed at her as she walked into the room." is an example of what type of figurative language?
What is personification?
The message or lesson that can apply to you/me
What is Theme
What is the part of the essay that acknowledges the opposite opinion?
What is a Counterclaim
How many commas go in the following sentence?
In London England I was surrounded by strangers in the loud bustling streets.
3
Using words that relate to the sense of taste, touch, sight, sound, and smell
What is Sensory details
The part of the writing that captures the readers attention
What is a hook/engagement strategy
What is the literal meaning of the sentence below?
“Her heart is a stone.”
She is not caring.
The authors attitude towards the subject
Tone
What are the two things you have to include in your conclusion paragraph for an essay?
1. restate thesis statement/claim
2. Summarize main points
What is the literal meaning of the sentence below?
Gary has a chip on his shoulder.
Gary is not ready to forgive and move on.