Parts In A Passage
Main Idea
The main idea is the central message, insight, or opinion in a work.
A comparison of two unlike things using like, as, than, or resembles.
Indicative
Indicates a fact or opinion.
Says
Dialogue...what the character says out loud.
Dramatic
The audience knows something that the character doesn't.
Supporting Details
The pieces of evidence that a writer uses to prove the main idea.
Medephor
A comparison of one thing as if it were another.
Interrogative
Asks a question.
Thinks
Thoughts...Not out loud.
Situational
The difference between what is expected and what happens.
1st Person
Tells the story from his/her point of view.
Personification
Giving human characteristics to a non-human subject.
Imperative
Gives a command or request.
Effects
On other characters or themselves.
Verbal
The difference between what is said and what is meant (sarcasm).
2nd Person
Places the reader in the story.
Idiom
Phrase or expression that typically presents a figurative, non-literal meaning attached to the phrase.
Conditional
Expresses an uncertainly.
refer to something that may or may not happen.
Actions
Of the character (physically, mentally, or emotionally).
Active
The verbs subject performs the action.
3rd Person (limited)
Outside view + everyones thoughts (he/she).
Hyperbole
An outrageous exaggeration (rediculous/funny).
Subjunctive
A wish, hope, or statement.
Look
Physical appearance, body language, facial expressions.
Passive
The verbs subject receives the action.