Theme
What is a theme?
The message or lesson the author wants readers to learn.
What is the plot of a story?
The sequence of events that happen in a story.
Which rhetorical appeal uses facts and evidence?
Logos.
What is a simile?
A comparison using "like" or "as."
Whose attitude toward the subject is revealed by the tone of a text?
The author's
Which is a topic: "friendship" or "The story takes place in summer"?
Friendship.
A character decides to tell the truth instead of lying. How might this affect the plot?
It could change what happens next and influence the events of the story.
Which rhetorical appeal uses emotions?
Pathos
Identify the figurative language: "The classroom was as quiet as a library."
Simile
What is mood?
The feeling or emotion the reader experiences while reading.
If a character keeps trying after failing, what theme might develop?
Perseverance leads to success.
The main character argues with her best friend. How does this interaction contribute to the plot?
The conflict creates a problem that moves the story forward.
Which rhetorical appeal relies on credibility or expertise?
What does the metaphor "Time is a thief" mean?
Time passes quickly and takes away moments from our lives.
Read this sentence:
"The dark clouds swallowed the sky, and thunder shook the windows."
What mood is created?
A scary, tense, or suspenseful mood.
What is the difference between a topic and a theme?
A topic is a subject (friendship), while a theme is a message about that topic (true friends support each other).
Why is character interaction important in a story?
Interactions create conflict, develop relationships, and help move the plot forward.
"Nine out of ten doctors recommend this medicine." Which appeal is being used?
Ethos
How can figurative language contribute to meaning?
It helps readers better understand ideas through comparisons and imagery.
Read this sentence:
"I can't believe I get to spend another afternoon cleaning my room," Maya said with a sigh.
What is the author's tone?
Annoyed.
A character learns that judging people before knowing them is unfair. What theme is developed?
Don't judge others based on first impressions.
In a story, a shy student joins the debate team after encouragement from a friend. How does the friend's interaction contribute to the plot?
The friend's encouragement causes the student to change and leads to new events in the story.
Identify the appeal: "Every year, thousands of animals lose their homes. Donate today to help save them."
Pathos
What tone is created by the personification, "The angry storm pounded on the roof all night"?
A tense, frightening, or threatening tone.
Explain the difference between tone and mood.
Tone is the author's attitude toward the topic or subject, while mood is the feeling the reader experiences.