Words and Meanings
What does connotation mean?
The vibe or feeling of a word.
What is an example of a common rite of passage?
Graduation, wedding, etc
Which verb mood gives a command?
Imperative
What is first person point of view?
The speaker is the subject
What is a monologue?
A long speech in which a character shares their thoughts.
What does denotation mean?
The literal definition of a word.
What is the tone of a story or text?
The author's or character's attitude toward the subject or audience
What is the difference between active and passive voice?
Active - The subject is doing something
Passive - Something is done to the subject
What is second person point of view?
The speaker is talking to the subject
What is tone?
The author or character's attitude towards the subject or audience
What is the connotation and denotation of the word "snake?"
Connotation: A shady or deceptive person
Denotation: A long reptile without legs
What is symbolism?
Something (such as a color, object, or event) stands for a deeper meaning or idea
Which verb mood expresses a wish or something imaginary?
Subjunctive
What is third person point of view?
The speaker is talking about the subject
Give one example of monologues in media (movies, stories, shows, etc).
Villain speech
What does the word "Patronized" mean?
Talked down to or treated like someone is less important or less smart.
Give an example of symbolism that you might see in day to day life.
Road signs, emojis, etc
The sentence "The sky is blue today!" is an example of which verb mood?
Indicative
Give an example of a sentence told in first person
Any, as long as it is in first person
If a character says something wearily, what is their tone?
Tired, exhausted
Give the definition and a sentence correctly using the word "immense."
Very large or great.
Adjective
Anger, tension, etc
Make the following sentence passive.
"The dog ran and caught the ball."
The ball was caught by the dog.
Give three sentences, one told in first person, one in second, and one in third.
Any, as long as they are in the points of view.
If a character says something sheepishly, what is their tone?
Shy, embarrassed, etc