Figurative Language
What is a simile?
a comparison between 2 things using like or as.
What is text evidence?
Text evidence is any information from a source such as a book, article, or poem that you use to support your claims or ideas.
What is the theme of a story?
the main idea is specific to the plot, while the theme is a universal truth.
What is the difference between active and passive voice?
The difference lies in who is doing the action versus who is receiving it.
What is a simple sentence? Give an example
The hungry boy ate the apple.
What is a metaphor?
A comparison without using like or as.
Why is text evidence important in reading comprehension?
Text evidence is the "proof" that bridges the gap between what you read and what you understand
How is theme different from the main idea?
the main idea is specific to the plot, while the theme is a universal truth
Change this sentence to passive voice: “The dog chased the cat.”
The cat was chased by the dog.
What is a compound sentence? How is it different from a simple sentence?
A compound sentence joins two or more independent thoughts into one.
What is personification?
Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities.
What are signal phrases you can use when introducing text evidence?
Signal phrases are the "intro" words that help you blend a quote into your own writing. They tell the reader who is speaking and how they are saying it.
How can a character’s actions help reveal the theme?
a character’s actions are the concrete evidence that shows the reader whether that idea is true or false.
Why might a writer choose passive voice over active voice?
when the action or the receiver is more important than the person doing the work
Identify the type of sentence "Although it rained, we went for a hike, and we enjoyed it.”
an compound-complex sentence.
What is hyperbole?
Uses extreme, deliberate exaggeration to emphasize a point.
How does strong text evidence support a claim or argument?
Strong text evidence acts as the "proof" or "anchor" for your ideas
How does the setting influence the theme of a story?
By placing characters in a specific time or place, a writer forces certain "universal truths" to the surface
Identify whether this sentence is active or passive “The book was read by the entire class.”
passive voice.
Rewrite this run-on sentence correctly: “I love reading I go to the library every week.”
"I love reading. I go to the library every week."
What is symbolism?
Symbolism is the use of concrete objects, characters, or images to represent abstract ideas or qualities.
What is the difference between relevant and irrelevant text evidence?
The difference lies in how well the evidence supports your specific claim.
How can a story have more than one theme, and how do you identify them?
Characters often face multiple internal and external conflicts at once, each reflecting a different universal truth.
Rewrite this passive sentence in active voice and explain how the meaning or tone changes: “Mistakes were made during the experiment.”
The researchers made mistakes during the experiment.
Explain how varying sentence structure can affect the tone and flow of a paragraph.
Varying sentence structure controls the pace and mood of your writing.