Figurative Language
What is personification?
This figure of speech gives human qualities to non-human things, like "The wind whispered through the trees."
If a character in a story is wearing a heavy coat, scarf, and gloves, what can you infer about the weather?
Winter/Cold/Snowing
What is the theme of a story where a character learns the importance of kindness and helping others?
The theme is kindness and helping others.
This is the part of an argumentative essay where the writer presents their main idea or stance on a topic.
Thesis Statement
This is the main point or argument in an informative essay, typically presented in the introduction.
Thesis Statement
Identify the personification in this sentence: "The alarm clock screamed at me to wake up."
What is "the alarm clock screamed"?
Short Reading Passage:
The wind howled through the empty streets, rattling loose shutters and sending dry leaves skittering across the pavement. A flickering streetlight cast eerie shadows that stretched and twisted along the cracked sidewalk. In the distance, a low, chilling whisper seemed to echo, though no one was there. The air was thick with the scent of rain, heavy and unrelenting.
Question:
What mood is created by the word choice in this passage?
eerie, suspenseful, and ominous.
Words like "howled," "empty streets," "flickering streetlight," "eerie shadows," "chilling whisper," and "heavy and unrelenting" contribute to a feeling of unease and mystery, making the scene feel unsettling and foreboding.
What is the theme of a story where a group of friends works together to overcome a difficult challenge?
The theme is teamwork and collaboration.
This type of evidence is used in an argumentative essay to support claims with facts, statistics, or expert opinions. (Objective or Subjective)
Factual Evidence (Objective)
What does the acronym T.R.E.E mean?
Transition Word
Reason 1
Evidence
Explanation
This sentence contains personification: "The angry storm pounded on the windows." What human trait is given to the storm?
What is "anger" or "pounding"?
Short Reading Passage:
The wind howled through the empty streets, rattling loose shutters and sending dry leaves skittering across the pavement. A flickering streetlight cast eerie shadows that stretched and twisted along the cracked sidewalk. In the distance, a low, chilling whisper seemed to echo, though no one was there. The air was thick with the scent of rain, heavy and unrelenting.
Question:
What can you infer about the setting based on the details in the passage?
the setting is likely late at night or during a storm. The description of "empty streets," "howling wind," "flickering streetlight," and "scent of rain" suggests a dark, deserted, and possibly stormy environment, creating a tense and eerie atmosphere.
What is the theme of a story where a character struggles to accept responsibility for their actions, and the consequences force them to rethink their values and choices?
The theme is accountability and the impact of choices.
In an argumentative essay, is a response that disagrees with and tries to disprove an argument or accusation
Rebuttal
This section of an informative essay summarizes the key points and restates the thesis in different words.
Conclusion
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
What is "A simile compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as,' while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without using 'like' or 'as'"?
Passage:
The old house stood at the end of the quiet street, its windows dark and covered in dust. A single light flickered inside, casting long shadows across the yard. The wind groaned as it pushed against the rotting fence, and the branches of nearby trees creaked in the breeze. Everything was still, except for the occasional sound of something scraping against the porch steps.
Question:
Select two details from the passage that support the inference that the house is abandoned.
Two details from the passage that support the inference that the house is abandoned are:
Passage:
Lena had always dreamt of becoming a successful artist, but her parents insisted she focus on a more practical career. For years, she ignored her passion, but one day she couldn’t take it anymore. Lena packed up her paintbrushes and left to pursue her dreams, determined to make her art her life. As she walked away from her past, she felt a sense of freedom she had never known before.
Question:
What is the theme of this passage?
The theme is following your passion and pursuing your dreams.
In an argumentative essay, this is the section where the writer acknowledges and addresses opposing viewpoints to strengthen their argument.
Counterargument
Passage:
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular as an alternative to gasoline-powered cars. They offer numerous environmental benefits, such as reducing carbon emissions and decreasing air pollution. Additionally, the growing infrastructure for charging stations makes EVs more convenient for everyday use.
What is a thesis statement of this passage?
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular as an alternative to gasoline-powered cars because they offer/have R1, R2, andR3.
In Long Way Down, Will describes his sadness by saying, “I felt like crying, but no one could hear the tears sneaking out of my eyes.” How does the personification of the tears contribute to the novel’s mood?
What is "The personification of the tears 'sneaking' out emphasizes Will’s attempt to hide his emotions, creating a mood of quiet grief and suppressed pain"?
Passage:
As the group gathered in the library to discuss their group project, James eagerly suggested, "What if we design a robot that can solve math problems on its own?" His voice was full of enthusiasm. Tom glanced up from his phone and said, "That’s a bit too complicated. We’ll never finish on time." Sarah nodded in agreement, adding, "Let’s stick to something simple, like a poster with charts." James’s face fell for a moment, but he quickly regained his composure and muttered, "Yeah, I guess you're right." The others returned to their phones, completely uninterested in James’s idea.
Question:
What does the conversation between James and his friends reveal about their character?
James is enthusiastic and creative, but possibly lacks confidence when his ideas are dismissed by his friends. He seems willing to compromise to keep the peace, despite his disappointment
Passage:
The old town had been abandoned for years, its streets overgrown with weeds and its houses crumbling. A few people still lived there, holding on to the memories of a time when the town was thriving. They spoke often of the past, but no one ever seemed to try to change the present. It was as if the weight of history kept them stuck, unable to move forward.
Question:
What is the theme of this passage?
The theme is the impact of the past on the present and the difficulty of moving forward.
Double or Nothing
In an argumentative essay, this rhetorical appeal is used to establish the writer's credibility and trustworthiness in order to persuade the audience.
Ethos
In an informative essay, this rhetorical appeal relies on logic and reason, using facts, statistics, or logical reasoning to persuade the reader about the validity of the information presented.
Logos