Connotation/Denotation
_________: The literal/dictionary definition of the word
What type of figurative language is this statement: "My heart jumped when my daughter entered the room in her wedding dress" ?
Personification
What word could be a bed covering OR a single piece of paper?
Sheet
What literary element is the struggle between two or more characters in a story?
Conflict
What kind of words are these: "First/Second/Third/Next/In Addition/Then/Finally"?
transitional words
It was a dark and stormy night. A strong chill filled the air. a) happy b) scary c) hopeful
b) scary
What type of figurative language is this statement: "His new shoes shined bright like a diamond" ?
Simile
What word is the opposite of float OR a place where you wash your hands?
Sink
What literary element is the message, lesson, or moral of the story?
Theme
Why would we use these words: same as, similar, alike, as well as, also, both, instead of, on the other hand, different from, and as opposed to? (Hint: _____ and______)
Compare and Contrast
This is one of the best essays I've ever seen. It's clear, concise, and convincing. a) complimentary b) wistful c) hopeful
a) complimentary
Metaphor
What word is the opposite of heavy OR opposite of dark?
Light
What character(s) are most dominant (present) in the story?
Main character(s)
The author lists one or more causes and the resulting effects- this style of writing is...?
Cause and effect
which is negative? smell or odor
odor
What type of figurative language is this statement: "Bob brought the box of bricks to the basement" ?
Alliteration
What word is something you light to start a fire OR two things that go together?
Match
When does the setting get introduced and described in the plot? (Hint: fancy word for "beginning")
Exposition
The author explains a topic, person, place, or thing by listing characteristics, examples, or features-- this is called...?
Description
A negative connotation for the word youthful is?
typical answers: immature/childish/juvenile
What type of figurative language is this statement: "I have a million things to do today" ?
Hyperbole
What word means smart OR describes something giving off a lot of heat?
Bright
This part of plot is when the climax has been explained...
Falling Action
I want to write a paper about the effects of eating unhealthy snacks and how people can become more healthy adding more fruits and vegetables to their diet. This style of writing would be...
Problem and Solution