Literary Elements
Comparing two different things using like or as
What is a simile?
Avoid asking these in formal writing
What is a question?
I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!
What is a hyperbole?
Lets the reader know what the topic of the paper is going to be. Also grabs the reader's attention
What is a hook?
The attitude that an author brings in their writing through choice of words
What is tone?
A strongly stated statement showing the writer's argument
What is a thesis statement?
Her voice is music to his ears!
What is a metaphor?
Always read the __________ carefully. Find specific key words that will explain what the _________ is asking.
What is a prompt?
Occurs when events or words are the opposite of what is expected
What is irony?