Figurative Language
She was as sharp as a cactus.
What is a simile?
This kind of poem is composed of three lines with a syllable pattern of 5-7-5 (5 syllables in the first line, 7 in the second, and 5 in the third)
What is a haiku?
The purpose of billboards
What is to persuade?
A claim that has an opinion goes in this type of writing.
What is argumentative or persuasive writing?
meaning allowing light to pass through
What is translucent?
Sam's sheriff star shone in the moonlight.
What is alliteration?
This kind of poem tells a story with a clear plot, characters, and setting
What is a narrative poem?
The purpose of comic strips
What is to entertain?
"Although some may object to the appearance of wind turbines, the United States should increase the use of wind power because of economic and environmental benefits."
The clear position of the claim is:
What is "The United States should increase the use of wind power"?
meaning sounded or spoken in a tone in same pitch
The arms of the cactus reached out to hug a passerby.
This poem spells out a word or message vertically with the first letter of each line or stanza.
What is an acrostic?
The purpose of instruction manuals
What is to inform?
"Although some may object to the appearance of wind turbines, the United States should increase the use of wind power because of economic and environmental benefits."
The claim states its reasons as:
What is "because of economic and environmental benefits"
meaning not clearly understood or expressed
What is obscure?
The horseshoe attracted all the luck in the world.
Hyperbole
This type of poem is typically humorous or whimsical in nature, often involving puns or wordplay.
What is a limerick?
This type of text explores personal thoughts, experiences, or introspection.
What are reflective texts?
"Although some may object to the appearance of wind turbines, the United States should increase the use of wind power because of economic and environmental benefits."
The claim acknowledges other viewpoints by saying this:
What is, "Although some may object to the appearance of wind turbines"?
meaning threatening or foreshadowing
What is ominous?
Spur of the moment
What is an idiom?
This type of poem uses dramatic techniques like dialogue and monologue to convey emotion and conflict.
What is dramatic?
This type of text examines and interprets information, often breaking down complex ideas into smaller components.
What are analytical texts?
These three parts make up a nuanced claim.
What are
- Clear position on a single issue
- One to three reasons
- Acknowledgement of the opposing viewpoint
meaning someone who offers opposition
What is adversary?