Vocabulary
What is a synonym for "happy"
Glad/Joyful
Giving human traits to objects is called?
Personification
What is a noun?
A person, place, or thing
How is the main idea different from the theme?
Main idea = what text is about; Theme = message/lesson
What point of view uses "I" and "We"
First Person
What does "Reluctant" mean?
Not wanting to do something
Words that imitate sounds are called?
Onomatopoeia
What punctuation mark ends a question?
What is the purpose of text evidence in an argument?
To support claims and make them stronger
Why is the exposition important in a narrative?
It introduces characters, setting, and situation
What does "infer" mean when reading?
To make a guess based of clues/reading
"I’ve told you a million times!" is what?
Hyperbole
Identify the subject and verb: "The students were studying quietly."
Subject: students; Verb: were studying
How does an author develop a theme over the course of a text?
Through events, characters, and details
How does dialogue develop a character?
Shows personality, thoughts, relationships
How does the prefix "un-" change the meaning of a word? Give an example
It means "not" (ex, unhappy = not happy)
Identify the figurative language and its effect:
"Time is a thief."
Metaphor; shows time takes things away
What is a run-on sentence, and how can it be fixed?
When two or more sentences are together incorrectly, it can be fixed with punctuation.
How does the structure of a text (such as chronological order, cause and effect, or problem and solution) help the reader understand the author’s message
It organizes ideas in a clear way, helping the reader follow the author’s thinking and better understand the message
Why might an author choose first-person over third-person point of view?
To create closeness/personal perspective
What is an antonym for "solidarity"
Division/conflict/disunity
Analyze: "Her words cut deeper than a knife."
What two techniques are being used?
Simile + imagery
Identify and correct the error:
"Although she was tired she finished her homework."
Missing comma → Although she was tired, she finished her homework
Why might an author leave an ending unclear?
To make readers think, interpret, or reflect
How does pacing affect a story's climax?
It builds tension and controls how quickly events unfold