Author's Purpose
What are the three types of author's purpose?
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
When you compare two or more things using the words "like" or "as"
Simile
This type of POV uses "you and your". It is when the author is trying to give directions or advice
2nd Person Point of View
What is plot?
The sequence of events that make up a story
Who is Mickey Mouse's girlfriend?
Minnie Mouse
What is author's purpose?
The author's reason for writing
An extreme exaggeration
Hyperbole
What type of point of view uses "I, me, and my" words?
First Person Point of View
What are the four types of conflict?
Character vs Character
Character vs Nature
Character vs Society
Character vs Self
How many colors are in the rainbow?
Seven
Halloween is the best holiday of the year! Everyone should go out and get a costume. If you can’t find one to buy, make one. Halloween is better than the other holidays because you get to trick-or-treat with your friends.
What is the author's purpose?
The author's purpose is to PURSUADE the reader to go out on Halloween.
Personification
Explain the difference between third person limited and third person omniscient
Third person limited gives us access to only one characters thoughts and feelings, while third person omniscient gives us access to all characters thoughts and feelings
What does "theme" mean when discussing a story?
Which NBA Team won the 2023 NBA Finals?
LA Lakers
Boston Celtics
Denver Nuggets
Miami Heat
Denver Nuggets
The United States has five branches of the military. The Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Marines are the five branches. Each branch serves an important role for the country. The country relies on the people who serve in order to protect freedom.
What is the author's purpose?
The author's purpose is to INFORM the reader about the United States military.
"Wilderotter won when we went with walruses to the waterpark" is an example of...
Alliteration
Cindy got her test back and started crying immediately. It was a C. Her mother would never stand for Cs. She felt disappointed. She knew that she would be in big trouble. Then Jen got her test back. Jen cheered. She got a C. Her mother would be so proud. Jen had studied hard for the test and she was satisfied with the results. She felt proud.
What is the Point of View?
The point of view is third person omniscient because the narrator reveals the internal thoughts of more than one character.
What are the five stages of plot development?
Exposition
Rising Action
Climax
Falling Action
Resolution
How many planets are in our solar system?
Eight
Rio and Marcus sat in the backseat of the car as their dad drove. The car traveled quickly on the highway and it seemed like they had been in the car for hours. Suddenly, their dad started singing loudly and dancing. He turned the music up and the boys cracked up. They laughed so hard and their faces turned bright red.
What is the author's purpose?
The author's purpose is to ENTERTAIN the reader with a funny story.
"Ms. Hawley is a night owl. She stays up all night texting her friend Mrs. Hopta" is an example of...
Metaphor
Kalil examined the math book. It had been badly treated. The cover was torn and it appeared to be missing some pages. Still, Kalil knew that looks were less important than utility. He had learned that lesson long ago. "Thanks, Mr. Thompson!" he said with gratitude. Mr. Thompson looked up from his desk and said, "Sorry we don't have new books, Kalil, but there's still plenty of good math left in that book." Mr. Thompson smiled. Kalil felt appreciative.
What is the point of view?
The point of view is third person limited because the author is only revealing the thoughts of one character
What is the acronym we use for characterization?
STEAL Characterization
Which animal is the tallest in the world?
Giraffe