Citing Evidence
What should always be around directly quoted evidence in an essay?
Quotation marks
What is a word's denotation?
Its definition
What is another interchangeable term for "central idea"?
Main idea
What is the definition of theme?
The lesson found within the story.
What must come at the end of every sentence? (There are three answers needed.)
Where do quotes in an essay come from?
They come from a reliable source/text
What is a word's connotation?
The feelings associated with a word when it is used
What is the definition of a central idea?
The central point within a writing
What is the "high point" of the narrative called?
The climax
Do we know where commas go based on a sound of the sentence or a grammar rule?
A grammar rule
Why does citing evidence matter?
It matters because it proves the writer is trustworthy and understands the topic at hand.
Which word has a more negative connotation: puffed or bloated?
Bloated
How many words is a central idea? (This is a trick question.)
There is no set number. As long as it is a full sentence detailing the main point of the writing, it can be a central idea.
When is the setting established in a story?
At the beginning/in the exposition
What two things must every sentence have?
A subject and a verb
What must you always do after using a quote within an essay?
You must explain the quote
Which word has a more positive connotation: unusual or unique?
Unique
In what type of essay is a central not an opinion?
An informative essay
What is the formal term for the last portion of a story?
The resolution
What is the space at the beginning of a new paragraph called?
An indentation
Provide an example of a quote being introduced to a reader.
The author said...
The text stated...
According to the text, the author claimed...
The narrator explained...
Even if a word has the same _________, it can have a different _______.
denotation; connotation
In a persuasive essay, why does the author present their central idea?
To persuade you of their viewpoint or convince you to take action
What are the three main points of view used in a story?
Third-person limited, third-person omniscient, first-person
What is a dash used for?
A dash separates dependent clauses from independent clauses or separates removable information from the rest of the sentence.