Outsiders
explains why something happened (cause) and what happened as a result. (effect)
What is cause and effect?
therefore, so, this led to, as a result, because, if...then
What are signal words for cause and effect?
A message about life or human nature that the writer shares with the reader.
What is a theme?
For example, for instance, specifically, in particular, and in addition.
What are signal words for description?
includes details to help you build a picture or get to know a person, a place, a thing, or an idea.
Similar, unlike, just like, unlike, on the other hand, in contrast to
What are signal words for compare and contrast?
Author?
Who is Elizabeth Winthrop?
The central proposition that a writer attempts to support in writing. It serves as the main focus of a piece of writing.
What is a topic sentence?
first, second, third, fourth, fifth, next, last, finally, after, and then
What are signal words for the sequence?
The main point the author is making. It can always be supported with text evidence from the text.
concern, issues, problem, answer, dilemma, solution, fix, correct
What are signal words for problem and solution?
Narrator?
Who is Ponyboy?