Connotation
If the words frigid, bleak, and desolate are used throughout the passage, what is the overall tone?
The overall tone is likely cold, harsh, and hopeless.
The word is draft. Denotations:
In the following sentence, what does draft mean?
She felt a cold draft coming from the window and decided to close it.
3. A current of cool air.
In the sentence, "The submarine can travel underwater," what does the prefix "sub-" mean?
Below or underneath
What are the key words in a passage that indicate cause and effect organization?
because, therefore, as a result, consequently, due to, since, thus, leads to, results in
What are text features?
The parts of a text that is not the main body text. Examples: bold text, titles, subheadings, images, captions, diagrams, glossary, index, table of contents, etc.
If the words exuberant, joyful, and radiant are used throughout the passage, what is the overall tone?
The overall tone is likely cheerful, lively, and positive.
The word is current. Denotations:
In the following sentence, what does current mean?
The strong current made it difficult for the swimmers to reach the shore.
1. A flow of water or air.
In the sentence, "She is a fearless leader; she never backs down from a fight" what does the suffix "-less" mean?
without
What are the key words in a passage that indicate compare and contrast organization?
similarly, likewise, both, in the same way, however, on the other hand, unlike, in contrast, whereas, although
What is conflict? Name at least three types of conflict a character could experience.
Conflict-- problem in the story
Man v. Man, Man v. Self, Man v. Society, Man v. Nature, Man v. Technology, Man v. Supernatural
If the words sluggish, dreary, and lethargic are used throughout the passage, what is the overall tone?
The overall tone is likely dull, slow, and depressing.
The word is compound. Denotations:
In the following sentence, what does compound mean?
The scientist mixed the chemicals to create a new compound in the lab.
1. A substance made of two or more elements chemically combined.
In the sentence, "The biannual event occurs twice a year," what does the prefix "bi-" mean?
Two
What are the key words in a passage that indicate chronological order organization?
first, next, then, after, finally, before, during, later, subsequently, eventually, SPECIFIC DATES, YEARS, TIMES.
What is the difference between tone and mood?
Tone-- the word choice (connotations) the author uses to create an intended feeling. The author's attitude toward the topic
Mood-- the feelings the reader experiences while reading (mood=me)
If the words luxurious, opulent, and extravagant are used throughout the passage, what is the overall tone?
The overall tone is likely lavish, rich, and indulgent.
The word is contract. Denotations:
In the following sentence, what does contract mean?
The company had to contract its workforce due to the economic downturn.
2. To decrease in size.
In the sentence, "They had to rebuild the school after is burned down," what does the prefix "re-" mean
again
What are the key words in a passage that indicate main idea and details organization?
for example, for instance, such as, specifically, in particular, to illustrate, including, namely
Instead of the words "beginning, middle and end", what terms do we use in English to describe the plot?
Exposition, Climax, and Resolution
If the words devastated, heartbroken, and mournful are used throughout the passage, what is the overall tone?
The overall tone is likely sad, tragic, and sorrowful.
The word is refuse. Denotations:
In the following sentence, what does refuse mean?
The city implemented a new system for collecting refuse to keep the streets clean.
2. Waste or garbage.
In the sentence "She didn't mean to offend anyone, but her comments were misunderstood by the audience." The prefix "mis-" means...
incorrect or wrong
What are the key words in a passage that indicate enumeration/listing organization?
first, second, third, next, finally, in addition, also, furthermore, another, moreover. NO DATES AND TIMES.
What is the difference between theme and main idea?
Theme: The message of the story that the reader can apply to their own life. Draws from the characters' experiences with conflict but DOES NOT include specifics.
Main Idea: What the text is centrally about. IS NOT a one-word topic. Answers what ABOUT the topic