Definitions
A one word topic that is relevant in the reading. This topic comes up multiple times throughout the book
Motif
Example: Pride, Mockingjay pin
How is a book title formatted in MLA format?
Italicized
Example: The Hunger Games
Who is the sheriff of Maycomb County, who insists that Bob Ewell's death was a result of an accident?
Heck Tate, (Mr. Tate)
What does CER stand for?
Claim, Evidence, Reasoning
The attitude of the story as presented by the author
Tone
Character traits are told directly by the author
Direct characterization
Ex: The old man was known throughout the town as a kind and generous soul, always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
How is a short story title formatted in MLA Format?
In quotations marks
Example: "Entwined"
What point of view is TKAM written in and by whom?
First person by Scout Finch
What are the 5 main sections in a CER?
Topic Sentence, Claim, Evidence, Reasoning, Concluding Sentence
True or false: A theme is only one word related to a story 'big takeaway'.
FALSE!!! OMG SO FALSE!!
Theme - The lesson that the reader is taking away from their reading. It’s a message that the author is trying to teach the reader.
Themes are NEVER one word. They are full sentences.
words are used in such a way that their intended meaning is different from the actual meaning of the words; may also be a situation that ends up in quite a different way than what is generally anticipated; a difference between appearance and reality
Figurative language
(authors last name & page number)
(Collins 54)
Mr. Tate argues that revealing the truth about Bob Ewell’s death would harm a particular person’s reputation. Who is he trying to protect?
Boo Radley
Give an example lead-in for a quote/piece of evidence.
According to the text,
The author states,
etc.
How can you identify an authors writing style? Must have 2 ways.
Figurative/sensory language, tone, word choice, dialogue, characterization
2 parts (2 def. needed)!
1. refers to a scene set in time earlier than the present
2. refers to the hints given by the author about the events that are going to take place in the future
Flashback and Foreshadowing
How should you organize/order your sources in a Works Cited page?
alphabetical order
What motivates Atticus and his desire to not keep quiet the truth about the event?
Atticus values truth and integrity. He cannot live with himself if he compromises his values because doing so would set a bad example for his children and undermine the way he has tried to raise them.
** must have he values the truth and does not want it take a toll on his parenting approach
What is the role of your analysis/reasoning?
explain how it connects/supports to your claim IN MULTIPLE SENTENCES
literary device that refers to the use of figurative language to evoke a sensory experience or create a picture with words for a reader.
Imagery
How many parts are in a plot structure and what are they?
6 total
Exposition, Inciting Incident, Rising Action(s), Climax, Falling Action(s), Resolution
What are the 5 parts of a MLA book citation?
Author's name. Title of Book. Publisher, Publication Year. Access Date.
Scout compares the decision to hide Boo Radley’s role in Bob Ewell’s death to killing a mockingbird. What does this comparison symbolize about their actions?
The comparison symbolizes the idea that protecting Boo Radley is an act of kindness, as Boo is innocent and has already suffered enough. She understands that reporting Boo would be like shooting a mockingbird.
**must have he is innocent and why he is innocent
What is your last step when writing a CER????
Checking your grammar, spelling, citations, etc. Basically you become Grammarly:)
A literary device that contains several layers of meaning, often concealed at first and is representative of something else; using an object or action that means something more than its literal meaning
Symbol