Literary Devices
A comparison of two things, using "like" or "as"
The highest point of tension in the story
Climax
Science fiction uses imaginary scientific advancements to explore ________________.
Human nature
An error created when two complete sentences are separated by a comma.
Comma splice
What should you check every school day for communication from your teachers?
MS Teams
A word that sounds like what it is describing
The moment which kicks off the story. The action that happens which begins the plot.
Inciting incident
Many stories about teenagers features teens developing _________________ from their ________________.
Independence; families (parents)
The error that occurs when a sentence is missing a subject or a predicate.
Fragment.
Plagiarism
A play on words which have multiple meanings or sound similar to each other
Pun
A frequently used plot element, item or character type which is used commonly in literature of a given genre.
Trope
One of the things that makes us human is our _____________________ to others.
Connection (relationships)
"The Princess Bride" by William Goldman
Title should be italicized - it is a standalone work.
The Princess Bride
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An exaggerated statement for effect which is not intended to be taken literally
Hyperbole
Fairy tales help introduce ________________ to _____________ ___________________
Children; adult concepts
"Your right, their isn't any coffee left!" (name both errors)
Your = you're
Their = there
Deadlines are not suggestions. When should you contact your teacher to request an extension?
At least 48 hours in advance.
When something happens on stage which the audience knows about, but the characters do not
Dramatic Irony
The narrative POV which uses "you" as the pronoun in the narration.
Second person
Many stories we have read this term reflect the significance of ________________ choices.
Individual
Dear Mrs. Issac, may I please have an extension on my project? (Name both errors)
Incorrect honorific and incorrect spelling.
Ms. Isaak
Multiple answers accepted. Ex:
Stay off your phone.
Limit bathroom breaks.
Sit next to a peer who you aren't social with.
Read the feedback provided on your assignments.