Unit1
What is the definition of expound?
To explain in detail
What is the definition of martial?
Pertaining to war.
What is the definition of prodigious?
Impressive in size.
What is the definition of vexation?
Annyoance
What is the definition of waylay?
to trap or approach by surprise.
What is the difference between implicit and explicit?
Implicit is something that is not directly stated, while explicit is something that is directly stated in the text.
What is an Archetype?
Familiar, and commonly used character types and situations in a story.
What is perspective?
The point of view which a story is told.
What is dramatic irony?
dramatic irony—The reader knows something that the character does not.
What is pacing?
the rhythm of the story—how slowly or quickly the actions and events develop and unfold.
How can you use framing within a text?
Framing can be used to write a story within a story
What is the Romantisim genre?
A genre that includes themes and elements on love, nature, and expression.
What is exposition?
To introduce the topic and to hook readers.
How can you use perspective?
You can use perspective to show yur thoughts and views in your story.
What are some different ways you can brainstorm?
Through listing ideas or idea mapping.
What are the elements of a narrative text?
Plot, conflict, characterization.
What is a central idea?
An overreaching message or truth of a story.
What is satire?
A literary device that uses humor or irony to ridicule customs or institutions found in a society.
What is understatement?
the representation of important information in a minimal or subdued way, can be humorous and can reveal perspective.
Why would you Manipulate Pacing?
to manipulate and vary the speed at which their stories unfold because they want to increase suspense and tension, clarify perspective, deepen engagement and understanding, and emphasize significance.
What are the parts of an objective summary?
Information that comes from the text, and opinions of the reader. Describe all parts of the story
What is the Gothic genre?
A genre with dark, and horrifying themes and settings.
What is tone?
A feeling the author creates through the use of literary elements.
What is the role of word choice?
To help convey tone in your writing.
What is a claim?
A single sentence that summarizes the central idea of your essay.