Figurative Language
is a way of expressing oneself that does not use a word's strict or realistic meaning
What is figurative language?
sequence of connected events that make up a narrative
What is Plot?
the author's reason or intent for writing something
What is Author's Purpose?
different parts of a nonfiction or fiction text other than the main story itself that help the reader better understand the story
What are text features?
a reference source in print or electronic form containing words usually alphabetically arranged along with information about their forms, pronunciations, functions, etymologies, meanings
What is a dictionary?
Birds of a feather flock together is an example of
What is idiom?
gives the reader background information about the characters and setting
What is Exposition?
The goal is to convince the reader and make them act in a specific way.
What is Persuade?
tells us about the different sections we will be learning about and what page each section starts on
What is Table of Contents?
What is definition?
examples of this are: alliteration, onomatopoeia, repetition, rhyme, rythym
What are sound devices?
when you learn what happens to the characters and the "loose ends are tied up"
What is Resolution?
The author attempts to teach objectively by showing or explaining facts.
What is Inform?
the topic of the reading
What is title?
One should use familiar words to understand more sophisticated, or complex vocabulary.
What are synonyms and antonyms?
uses vivid description to appeal to the reader's senses
what is imagery?
the most exciting part of the story where the conflict is resolved; the turning point
What is Climax?
the author tries to keep things as interesting as possible by coming up with fascinating characters, exciting plots, thrilling storylines, and sharp dialogue
What is Entertain?
large, bold print that tells the topic of a section; helps the reader to locate specific information quickly
What is subheading?
Recognizing the structure of a word (word parts) and connecting them to your prior knowledge can help with the meaning of an unfamiliar word.
What is morphology?
a writing style that presents emotions, thoughts, and ideas in a way that tempts the reader's imagination
What is sensory language?
a series of events that leads to character development and creates suspense; tension grows; the storyline
What is Rising Action?
they write with the intent of telling the reader how to do something or giving details on how something works.
What is Explain?
a small section of text next to a longer article usually has information that relates to the main story beside it
What is Sidebar?
Words from the text that readers use to find the meaning of unfamiliar words.
What is context clues?