Vocabulary
The time, place, and circumstances in which a story takes place
Setting
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How many sentences (at least) should you have in a short answer response?
At least 3
A comparison of two things using "like" or "as"
Simile
The idea or lesson the reader is supposed to learn from the story; what the story is really about
Theme
What does it mean to revise a sentence?
Fix it so that it is clear and easy to understand
When a sentence has TWO independent clauses, a comma is necessary.
True or False?
True
What should be included in a short answer response? (ACC)
Answer - Concrete Details - Commentary
Giving human characteristics to non-human things
Personification
Clues in the story about what will happen next
Foreshadowing
Nancy lied to her parents about where she was going. Nancy was grounded by her parents.
How should the two sentences be combined?
A) Nancy lied to her parents about where she was going and Nancy was grounded by her parents.
B) Nancy lied to her parents about where she was going, and they grounded her.
C) Nancy lied, to her parents, about where was going, and they grounded her.
B) Nancy lied to her parents about where she was going, and they grounded her.
What does a semicolon (;) do?
A semicolon is like a comma and a FANBOY. It joins two independent clauses.
What are Concrete Details (CDs) and Commentary (CMs)?
CDs are examples and quotes from the text and CMs explain the importance of the CDs
An extreme exaggeration
Hyperbole
The way the author feels about the text / the way the reader is supposed to feel from the text
Tone / Mood
Cole was rude to his girlfriend. However, she decided to break up with him.
"However" is not the best transition between these two sentences. Which transition would be more appropriate?
A) Therefore
B) Finally
C) Regardless
A) Therefore
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What 3 things should EVERY essay have?
Introduction - Body - Conclusion
Descriptive language that appeals to the five senses
Imagery
Sequence of events that make up a story
Plot
Raven is a sweet girl. Raven deserves to be happy.
Combine the two sentences.
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Matt and Colleen fight a lot but they communicate very well.
Fix the sentence.
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What should you do with the essay prompt? How do you respond to it?
Turn the prompt into a question and answer that question. Support the answer with CDs and explain the CDs with CMs.
Repetition of the same sound at the beginning of several words close together
Alliteration