Easy
"Navigating adult life sometimes feels like dancing on a tightrope in a hurricane."
simile
The old house groaned and creaked as the wind howled through its empty halls. The morning sun peeked over the horizon, stretching its golden fingers across the sleepy town.
Personification
True or false? A central idea statement should include character names and a short summary of the text
false! universal statement that communicates the deeper message of a text!
The sly snake slithered silently through the soft, sandy soil. Bright blue butterflies fluttered by the blooming bushes, basking in the brilliant sunlight.
alliteration
What does peculiar mean?
strange, unusual
The fireworks exploded in the night sky with a loud bang, followed by a series of booms that echoed through the valley. Each burst of color was accompanied by a crackle and a pop, lighting up the faces of the spectators below.
As Emily packed her bags for the trip, she couldn't shake the feeling that she was forgetting something important. Little did she know, this small oversight would lead to an unexpected adventure that would change her life forever.
foreshadowing
Julia is a spunky and outgoing teenager. She is creative, intelligent, and very stylish, too!
direct characterization
Despite knowing the risks, Jamie decided to come out as gay to his conservative community, determined to live his truth. Facing harsh judgment and ostracism, he struggled to find acceptance in a society that refused to embrace his identity.
character vs society conflict
Tempting
Sarah clenched her fists, her voice rising as she confronted Jake about his betrayal. Jake's eyes narrowed, his own anger flaring as he denied her accusations, setting the stage for a heated argument.
character vs character conflict
John Steinbeck's novel, East of Eden, highlights of the perpetual struggle between good and evil within the human soul.
central idea
As the AI robots took over every aspect of daily life, people gradually lost their ability to think and create art and other inventions that humanity was once known for. Realizing the dire consequences, Maria fought desperately against the machines, knowing that humanity's very essence was at stake if they couldn't reclaim their independence.
character vs. technology conflict
As the machines tore through the Amazon rainforest, Jack couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt, even as he counted the profits from the timber sales. He quickly put this guilt out of his mind, and continued with his work.
character vs nature conflict
What does plausible mean?
reasonable, probable, likely,
The classroom was a beehive of activity, buzzing with the energy of eager students. As the final bell rang, the students poured out of the school, a rush of water bursting through a dam.
metaphor
As the deadline approached, Alex wrestled with his crippling self-doubt, questioning whether he was truly capable of completing the project. Despite his inner turmoil, he knew that overcoming his fears was the only way to prove his worth to himself.
character vs self conflict
The city was a cacophony of sound. At all times you could hear endless honking, sirens, laughter, and loud music. The buildings were a mix of old, short Brownstones, and new, shiny, towering sky scrapers.
setting
Hector studies every night for two hours, even waking up early if he has to in order to finish his homework on time. He takes the hardest classes that his school offers because he wants to get into an Ivy League college. He wants to make his parents proud.
indirect characterization
What does inscription mean?
a carved writing
The Things They Carried, by Tim O'Brien, reveals the profound impact of war on soldiers, both physically and emotionally.
central idea
Ella was stranded on a tiny island in the middle of the pacific ocean. Every day she had to forage for food, endure harsh rain and wind conditions, and defend herself from the various deadly animals and insects.
character vs nature conflict
In the heart of the ancient forest, there stood a solitary oak tree, its branches stretching wide like the arms of a guardian. This tree, known to the villagers as the Sentinel, was more than just a tree; it represented resilience and continuity. Through countless storms and seasons, the Sentinel remained upright.
Symbolism
No matter how cautiously she drove, Emily couldn't escape the moment when a speeding car collided with hers at the intersection. She was left with a serious back injury that she had to deal with for the next year.
character vs. fate conflict
What does oppressive mean?
Something that weighs heavily, or inflicts unjust hardship (racism is oppressive, for example)