Plot Diagram Terms
Where the setting, characters, and basic situation are revealed
Exposition
The way in which the Hadley's home is given human characteristics is an example of this literary device
Personification
An argument must be supported by
the art of persuasive writing and speaking
Rhetoric
Who wrote "The Tell-Tale Heart"?
Edgar Allan Poe
What happens in a story; the chain of events that make up a story
Plot
The names of the parents in the story are
George and Lydia Hadley
Supports a claim and consists of facts, statistics, quotations, examples, and expert opinions.
makes an appeal by logical thought, fact, and rationality
Logos
Who wrote "The Monkey's Paw"?
W. W. Packer
The most exciting or intense part of the story for the protagonist; a turning point in the story
Climax
What is the name of the Hadley's house?
The Happylife Home
An argument may include _________________ to a claim
Objections
the sense of growing tension, fear, and excitement felt by the reader
Suspense
Science fiction imagines a possible _______________
Future
The end of the story where the main conflict is resolved
Resolution
The use of the names Wendy and Peter is an example of which literary device?
Dramatic Irony
The writer’s position, or viewpoint, on an issue is called a
Claim
occurs when a writer provides hints that suggest future events in a story
Foreshadowing
Who wrote "There Will Come Soft Rains?"
Ray Bradbury
Events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution
The full name of the psychologist
David Mclean
Opinion editorials, feature articles, and essays
makes an appeal to authority and credibility
Pathos
What is the full acronym for writing a timed essay? Explain what each letter stands for:
U=Understand the prompt
P=Pick a side
O=Outline
W=Write a thesis/intro
E=Evidence and ending
R=Revise