Author's Purpose
Academic Vocabulary
Literary/Poetic Devices
Types of Literature
Roots/Prefixes/Suffixes
100
Describe what is meant by author's purpose.
The author's purpose refers to the reasoning behind why they wrote what they wrote, and what they hope for a reader to experience.
100
What is a theme in a piece of writing?
A theme is a universal experience the author is using their writing to express an opinion about.
100
Identify the reasoning behind the use of figurative language.
-Assists a reader in imagining the author's words.
-Helps us tap into difficult-to-describe emotions/experiences.
-Adds interest for reader; shows skill from author.
100
What is a narrative piece of writing?
Include author and purpose.
The narrated part or parts of a literary work, as distinct from the dialogue.
The practice or art of telling stories.
Typically written in first-person.
100
What is a root word?
Hint: Without prefixes/suffixes
A root word holds the most basic meaning of the word; the core.
200
Explain Kipling's purpose in writing the poem If
Kipling wrote "If" as guidelines to his son, on how to become a real man.
200
Describe the meaning of Central Idea with at least 2 other synonyms.
Main Idea
Main Point
Purpose
Focal Topic
200
Provide an example of alliteration.
*Any repetition of the initial consonant sound.
ie) Beatrice bawled when she got beat at bowling.
200
What is an autobiography?
Bonus +100 points if can add the term associated with literary autobiographies written in first-person about their own lives.
An account of a person's life written by that person.
Memoir (=bonus)
200
What does the prefix ob- mean?
Samples: Object, Obsolete
Towards, To, Over, Against, Inversely
300
Into the Wild 's author, Jon Krakauer, includes a letter Chris McCandless wrote to his parents. Why do you think he chose to include this letter?
Krakauer included McCandless letter to his parents because it helps the reader infer about Chris' desire to separate from traditional values in the world.
300
Use 3 synonyms for the term "supports."
-Details
-Evidence
-Quotes
-Direct Evidence
-Reasonings/ Elaborations
300
Which literary device is being exemplified?
ie) The room was dark and gloomy.
Imagery
300
How is a persuasive essay different than an informational essay?
Persuasive writing includes purposeful techniques to change an audience's mind, thought processes, etc. Whereas an informational essay's purpose is solely to inform- share knowledge.
300
What does the prefix prof- mean? (Note: changes depending on the root)
Samples: Profane, Professor, Profession
To lead, Aside, Unholy, Violate
400
Based on the following quote, what's the author's opinion of the subject? Identify subject and comment on the topic.
Aristotle is writing about education as his subject. His opinion of education is that the process can be difficult, but the outcome is worthwhile. We know this by the descriptors "bitter" and "sweet."
400
What does Rhetoric refer to, and what are the three styles of rhetoric?
Rhetoric= Persuasive Speaking/Writing
Three Styles: Ethos (Ethical), Pathos (Emotional), Logos (Logical)
400
Describe the 3 types of ironies, and how they are different.
1. Situational- unexpected outcome
2. Dramatic- audience knows something a character doesn't.
3. Verbal- saying one thing, but meaning another.
400
What are the necessary elements to include when writing an argumentative essay?
-Claim
-Evidence (Valid)
-Reasoning/Elaborative Details
-Counterclaim
-Persuasive/Rhetorical Techniques
400
Which language do most roots/prefixes/suffixes come from?
Latin
500
Why would you synthesize two author's writings? What might it help the reader/audience understand?
Each author has their own individual purpose and biases. Therefore, synthesizing multiple points of views from different authors will provide a clearer understanding of the information presented.
500
Identify the meaning of the word corrupt by the use of context clues.
The banker was labeled corrupt after being discovered embezzling his client's money.
Dishonest, Fraudulent, Misconduct, Criminally
500
Which literary device means: “contrary to expectations, existing belief, or perceived opinion.”
Paradox
500
In a Drama, what are Stage Directions?
Part of the script of a play that tells the actors how they are to move or to speak their lines.
500
Give the meaning of the 3 most commonly used suffixes in the English language.
-acy ie) privacy
-en ie) enlighten
-ify ie) terrify
-acy= state of quality
-en= become
-ify= make or become