essay
the main message of the story
the thesis
Descriptive language that appeals to the senses
imagery
arranging events or actions in the order in which they occurred, from the earliest to the latest.
chronological order
information took out the text to support your claim
evidence
A direct comparison between two unrelated things
Metaphor
the direct relationship between an action or event and its consequence or result.
cause and effect
A contrast between expectation and reality often humorous or poignant
Irony
exaggeration for emphasis or effect
hyperbole
Repetition of the same letter or sound at the beginning of closely connected words for effect
Alliteration