Figurative Language
This type of figurative language compares two unlike things using “like” or “as.”
What is a simile?
This is a conclusion you make based on clues in the text.
What is an inference?
This is the most exciting or important part of the story.
What is the climax?
The three main author’s purposes are to inform, persuade, or do this.
What is entertain?
The main idea of an informational text is also called this.
What is the central idea or thesis?
“When the wind whispered through the trees” is an example of this.
What is personification?
To support an inference, you must use this.
What is text evidence?
The lesson or message in a story is called this.
What is theme?
This is the main message the author wants readers to understand.
What is the author’s message?
Details that explain or prove the main idea are called this.
What are supporting details?
How does figurative language help the reader understand mood or tone?
It creates imagery and emotion
If a character is smiling but clenching their fists, what might you infer?
They are hiding anger or frustration
A scene that shows events from the past is called this.
What is a flashback?
If a text explains how to stay healthy, what is the author’s purpose?
What is to inform?
Why are headings and subheadings important?
They organize information and help readers understand
“She had a heart of gold” is an example of this type of figurative language.
What is a metaphor?
Why is it important to include evidence in your answers?
It proves and supports your thinking
How do characters’ actions impact the plot?
They drive events and move the story forward
How do details support the author’s purpose?
They provide evidence and strengthen the message
How do you determine key ideas in a text?
By evaluating important details
What does the reader use when the author uses imagery?
What are the five senses?
If a character packs a suitcase and checks the time repeatedly, this is the most likely inference.
What is that the character is preparing for a trip or is in a hurry?
What is the differences between a theme and a topic?
The theme is the life lesson, and the topic is what the story is about.
How can tone help reveal an author’s purpose?
Tone shows attitude, which signals whether the author is informing, persuading, or entertaining.
Name 3 types of text and graphic features.
What is a photo, graphs/ diagrams, heading, captions, bold/ italics, bullet points, etc.