Author's Purpose
What is the Author's Purpose when they write a textbook chapter on the solar system?
To Inform
What is a cause in the sentence: "The rain fell, so the ground got wet"?
Example Text: "Because the sun was shining, the ice melted."
Answer: The rain fell.
What does the Greek root "auto" mean?
Example Word: "autonomy"
auto means self
What is the first Lit Element?
Characters
"The car began to accelerate as it left the stop sign."
What words tell you that the car is accelerating?
left the stop sign
In a story, if the author wants to persuade, what strategies might they use?
Example Text: An editorial in a newspaper urging readers to support
Answer: Using emotional appeals, facts, and strong arguments.
What was the effect : In "Captain Arsenio," Arsenio's poor choices lead to misadventures??
Answer: The character fell and did not fly.
How do transitional words improve sentence structure?
Example Text: "First, I finished my homework. Then, I went outside."
Answer: They help connect ideas and improve flow.
Give me an example of a Literary Element?
...........
"His eccentric habits, like wearing mismatched socks, made him stand out."
What words tell you the person is eccentric?
wearing mismatched socks, made him stand out
How can you tell if the author is trying to entertain the reader?
Example Text: A fantasy novel like "Harry Potter."
Answer: The use of humor, engaging characters, and imaginative plots.
Describe the central idea of "Girls Think of Everything."
Answer: Women's innovations and contributions have significantly impacted society.
"I wanted to go to the park ___ it started to rain."
Fix the sentence don't forget the comma lamma.
"I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain."
What is Plot?
Conflict and Resolution in the story
"The athlete was proficient in her sport, meaning she was highly skilled."
What words tell you the athlete is proficient?
meaning she was highly skilled.
Give an example of a text where the author's purpose is to explain something????????
Example Text: A “How-To” guide for ....
Answer: An instructional manual or guide.
How does the cause of a character's actions affect the plot?
Answer: It creates conflict and drives the story forward.
What does the Latin root "e" relate to in terms of meaning?
Answer: To get away from or leave
True or False there was a resolution in Captain Arsenio?
False
Give an example of an inference you can make from "Wheelchair Sports."
Answer: The athletes are determined and resilient based on their dedication.
How might an author's purpose change throughout a story?
Example Text: In "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind," the author entertains while also educating about renewable energy.
Answer: An author may start with the purpose to entertain but shift to inform as the story progresses.
Provide an example of a complex cause and effect relationship in any story.
Example Text: In "A Sound of Thunder," a small action in the past drastically changes the future.
Answer: The domino effect, where small decisions lead to significant outcomes.
"Running fast. To the store."
Fix the sentence
She/He was running to fast to the store.
Define conflict in literature and give an example.
Example Text: The conflict between Harry and Voldemort in "Harry Potter."
Answer: A struggle between opposing forces.
How does background knowledge help in making inferences while reading?
Example Text: Knowing about historical events can deepen understanding of a historical fiction novel.
Answer: It provides context that guides understanding of characters and events.