Vocabulary
Using clues in a sentence to determine the meaning of a word is called ______.
Context Clues
What part of the plot introduces the characters and setting?
Exposition
When a character struggles with their own feelings or decisions, it is ______.
Character vs Self
If an author wants to convince readers to believe something, the purpose is ______.
Persuade
What is the main opinion in an argumentative essay called?
Claim
If a sentence says “The exhausted runner collapsed on the bench,” what does exhausted most likely mean?
very tired
What is the most exciting or important turning point in a story?
Climax
If a character fights against a storm or natural disaster, it is ______.
Character vs Nature
If an author writes to give facts and information, the purpose is ______.
Inform
What part of the essay states the topic and introduces the claim?
Introduction
What type of context clue gives a definition directly in the sentence?
Definition Clue
What events lead up to the climax and build suspense?
Rising Action
Two characters arguing or fighting is an example of ______.
Character vs Character
If an author writes to tell a story for enjoyment, the purpose is ______.
Entertain
What supports the claim with facts, examples, or statistics?
Evidence
In the sentence “The tiny insect was barely visible,” what does tiny mean?
very small
What part of the plot shows how the conflict is solved?
Resolution
If a character struggles against unfair laws or rules, it is ______.
Character vs Society
The main argument an author makes in a text is called a ______.
Claim
What paragraph restates the claim and summarizes the argument?
Conclusion
Which strategy helps readers understand unknown words besides context clues?
Using a dictionary or glossary
What part of the story comes after the climax and shows the results of the main conflict?
Falling Action
What is the main problem that drives the story forward called?
Conflict
Facts, statistics, and examples that support a claim are called ______.
Evidence
Fixing spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors is called ______.
Editing