Text Structure
What are the main types of text structures?
Description, sequence, cause and effect, problem and solution, and compare and contrast.
What is a theme in a story?
The main message or lesson the author wants to convey.
What are the three main purposes an author might have?
To inform, to entertain, or to persuade.
What does point of view mean in a story?
The perspective from which the story is told.
What does figurative language mean?
Words or phrases that go beyond the literal meaning to create an effect or an image.
In a sequence structure, what is the main focus?
The order of events or steps in a process.
How can you find the theme of a story?
Look at the characters' actions, the plot, and the ending.
If an author writes to entertain, what might they include in their writing?
Humor, interesting characters, or exciting plots.
What is first-person point of view?
When the narrator is a character in the story and uses "I" or "we.
What type of figurative language is this?
The moon was like a flashlight shining in the night.
simile
What text structure would you use to show how two things are similar and different?
Compare and contrast.
What is an example of a common theme in children's literature?
Friendship, bravery, or the importance of family
How can you tell if an author is trying to persuade the reader?
The author uses arguments, facts, or emotional appeals.
The girl was surprised to find out she could defy gravity and fly.
Third Person
What type of figurative language is this?
The frost bit my nose this morning on the way into school.
personification
If an author is presenting a problem and then a solution, which text structure are they using?
Problem and solution.
Why is understanding the theme important when reading?
It helps the reader connect to the story and understand its deeper meaning.
What is a way an author might inform the reader?
By providing facts, statistics, or explanations.
Why is the point of view important in understanding a story?
It shapes how the reader interprets events and character motivations.
Can you name an example of a metaphor?
multiple answers accepted
What type of text structure helps the reader understand the cause of an event?
Cause and effect.
Can a story have more than one theme? Give an example.
Yes, for example, a story can have themes of friendship and courage.
Give an example of a text that aims to inform.
A textbook or a news article.
Can changing the point of view change the story? Give an example.
Yes, telling a story from a different character's perspective can change the reader's understanding of events.
Why do authors use figurative language?
To create vivid imagery and express ideas in a creative way.