Root Words
The root form means "to shape." What does reform mean?
To shape again.
Which word has a positive connotation: Stingy or Thrifty?
Thrifty (it sounds smart, stingy sounds mean).
An ad for a new video game is written to ________ the reader.
Persuade.
The part of the story where the characters and setting are introduced
Exposition.
The root trib means "to give." What is a tribute?
A gift or statement to show respect.
What is the tone of a story that uses words like gloomy, shadows, and eerie?
Scary/Spooky/Ominous.
A textbook chapter on WWII is written to ________ the reader.
Inform.
The "big event" that starts the main conflict of the story.
Initiating Event (SOL term!).
Trans- means across. What does it mean to transport something?
To carry across.
If a character says "Oh, great," after dropping their lunch, what is their tone?
Sarcastic.
Why would an author include a diagram in a text about gardening?
To provide a visual to help the reader understand instructions.
A struggle between a character and an outside force (like a storm).
External Conflict.
What does the word uniform mean if uni means one and form means shape?
One shape/look (everyone looking the same).
In the sentence "The weather was fine," which meaning of fine is excellent?
"Fine" as in high quality/excellent (like "fine china").
Why would an author use bold words or bullet points in a text?
To highlight important information or make it easy to find.
A 3rd person narrator who knows the feelings of only one character.
3rd Person Limited (SOL term!).
If distribute means to give out, what part of the word means "to give"?
The root "trib."
Explain the difference in connotation between Childish and Youthful.
Childish is negative (acting immature); Youthful is positive (having energy).
An author writes a story about a girl's struggle to grow a garden. The purpose is...
To entertain (and show a theme like resilience).
The part of the plot where the tension is at its highest point.
Climax.