Figurative
Language
Language
Similes and Metaphors both do what?
Compare two things together.
What is the definition of "Conflict"? (From Novel Study Notes Package)
A literary device characterized by a struggle between two opposing forces.
List four types of poems that we studied this year.
Many answers accepted.
What kind of writing can contain figurative language?
All kinds of writing can employ figurative language.
What is the difference between Point of View and Perspective?
(from "The Stolen Party")
Point of View is the identity of the narrator - (usually only one)
Perspective is an opinion, or lens, that affects the way characters interpret information - (there can be many)
Explain the difference between Alliteration, Assonance, and Consonance.
(from Poetry Notes Package)
Alliteration is the repeating of sounds at the beginning of words.
Assonance is the repeating vowel sounds anywhere in words close together.
Consonance is the repeating consonant sounds anywhere in words close together.
Draw and label a Plot Diagram
Exposition - Turning Point - Rising Action - Climax - Falling Action - Resolution/Denouement
What is the definition of Syntax?
(from Poetry Unit Activities Booklet)
How can we describe the tone of a business email?
(from All About Writing Business Emails)
Professional, formal, persuasive, informational, polite, clear, and simple.
What is the definition of an "Unreliable Narrator"?
(from "The Tell-Tale Heart")
Any narrator, in any POV, that misleads readers either on purpose or without knowing it. A narrator may be unreliable because of motivation, character flaws, or psychological challenges that prevent them from being truthful.
Explain the difference between Dialect and Colloquial language.
(from Review Package)
Dialect = A regional or social variety of language with distinct features.
Colloquial = Informal language used in everyday conversation.
What are the four main character types?
Dynamic, Static, Round, and Flat
How can we describe the speaker of the poem "Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou?
(from Poetry Unit Activities Booklet)
Positive, full of hope, no matter what anyone says.
Writing this poem to make a point or challenge someone or defend themself.
A Personal Narrative Essay must follow what kind of structure?
A Plot Diagram
What is the definition of Symbolism? Explain one symbol we have discussed in class.
(from "Day of the Butterfly")
Symbolism is the use of objects, images, or words to represent a deeper meaning.
The butterfly can symbolize transformation, hope, freedom, and fragility.
What is this:
a figure of speech that makes a reference to a person, place, thing, or element of pop-culture.
Allusion
What are two ways readers can figure out the Theme of a story? (from Novel Study Notes Package)
- expressed and emphasized by how the author makes us feel.
- presented in thoughts and conversations.
- suggested through characters.
- seen in the actions or events of the story.
What is the difference between Tone and Mood?
(from Review Package)
Tone = the author’s, or narrator’s, attitude toward the subject, audience, or characters in a literary work.
Mood = the emotional atmosphere or feeling that a writer creates for the reader through descriptive language, setting, dialogue, and plot.
A Critical Essay would be considered an example of what type of writing?
(from Review Package)
Persuasive (can also be descriptive!)
What are the definitions of Setting and Plot?
(from Five Elements of Short Stories worksheet)
Setting = the time and place in which the events happen.
Plot = the events of the story involving characters and conflict.
Provide two examples of Idioms and explain what they mean.
Many answers allowed.
Explain the following ideas:
- Internal Character Traits
- External Character Traits
- Direct Characterization
- Indirect Characterization
(from Novel Study Notes Package)
Internal Character Traits - emotions, thoughts, personality.
External Character Traits - physical appearance, behaviour.
Direct Characterization - author tells the reader directly.
Indirect Characterization - readers learn without being told.
What is the difference between an Ode and an Elegy?
(from Poetry Notes Package)
An Ode is dedicated to someone/something specific. An Elegy is focused on a lament for the dead.
What are the 7 components of a Business Email?
(from All About Writing Business Emails)
Recipient Address
Subject Line
Salutation
Body
Request
Closing
Signature
How might an author build tension in a story?
(from "Ambush")
Stating the end of the story at the beginning.
Slowly revealing information throughout a story.
Hiding details that will change the reader’s opinion about a character or situation.
Creating an atmosphere of mystery or “unanswered questions”.