Vocabulary in Context
very happy, overjoyed
What is the term for the time and place of a story?
setting
What is a thesis statement?
A sentence that states the main idea or argument of an essay.
What do you call the main idea of a text?
Central Idea
What is figurative language? Give one example
Language that goes beyond the literal meaning (e.g., metaphor, simile, hyperbole)
What does reluctant mean in the sentence: “He was reluctant to leave the party early”?
Unwilling or hesitant
What is the main conflict in a story called?
Central conflict or main problem
What do we call the main idea of a paragraph?
Topic sentence
How can you tell if a detail is relevant to the main idea?
It supports, explains, or gives evidence for the main idea
What is personification?
Giving human qualities to non-human things
In the sentence “The storm was imminent,” what does imminent mean?
About to happen
What literary element refers to the lesson or message of a story?
Theme
Name one strategy for organizing a strong body paragraph or how do you organize a strong body paragraph what does it include?
Use a topic sentence, evidence, explanation, and a closing sentence
What is the best way to determine the author’s purpose?
Look at why the text was written: to inform, persuade, entertain, or explain
Why might an author use repetition in a speech or argument?
To emphasize a key point and make it memorable
Which word best replaces indifferent in the sentence: “She was indifferent to the outcome”?
Unconcerned or uninterested
Identify the point of view: “I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the surprise.”
First person point of view
Why is it important to include evidence in your writing?
To support your claims and make your argument credible or convincing
Why is it important to look at the title and headings of a text?
They give clues about the topic and help organize the information
Identify the simile: “She was as brave as a lion.”
“As brave as a lion”
What does meticulous suggest about the person’s behavior in: “He was meticulous when organizing his notes”?
Very careful and precise
What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?
Direct tells the reader traits explicitly; indirect shows through actions, thoughts, and dialogue
What is the purpose of a concluding paragraph or a conclusion?
To restate the main idea and leave a lasting impression
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How does the author support their claim in a nonfiction article? Provide an example.
Through evidence like facts, statistics, examples, or expert quotes
Explain how the author’s tone affects the reader in a persuasive article.
The tone (e.g., serious, urgent, hopeful) influences how the reader feels and responds to the argument