Vocabulary
What does the word "diligent" mean?
works hard and carefully
What is the main idea of a passage?
The most important point the author is trying to make.
What is a topic sentence?
The main idea sentence for a paragraph.
What is a character in a story?
A person, animal, being, creature, or thing in a story.
What is a noun?
Person, place, or thing
Use the word analyze in a sentence.
Teacher will decide if used properly
Name one strategy for summarizing text.
Main point.
Characters.
Setting.
List three elements of a strong paragraph.
Define "setting"".
The time and place where the story happens.
Identify the verb in this sentence: "The cat runs fast."
Runs
What is a synonym for "happy"?
cheerful
How can you determine the author's purpose?
Think about why the author wrote the story.
Why is it important to revise your writing?
Enhance clarity, organization, and overall quality of your writing.
What is the plot of a story?
The events from beginning to end.
What is a complete sentence?
A group of words that expresses a full idea and makes sense all by itself.
Define the word "antonym".
A word that means the opposite of another word.
What is the difference between fact and opinion in a text?
A fact can be proven with text evidence and an opinion can't be proven wrong or right.
What is the purpose of a thesis statement?
Tell the reader what the paper is about.
Name one type of conflict found in literature.
character vs. character
character vs. nature
character vs. society
character vs. self
Define the "subject" of a sentence.
The person, place, thing, or idea that the sentence is about.
What does "context" refer to in a text?
Words surrounding a thing and helps give it meaning.
What evidence can help support your understanding of a theme?
Look for textual evidence like direct quotes, character actions, setting, and symbolism.
Explain the importance of transitions in writing.
Explain the term "theme" and give and example.
The "big idea" the author wants you to learn.
What is the difference between a compound and a complex sentence?
A compound sentence combines two or more complete sentences using words like "and," "but," or "or". A complex sentence combines a complete sentence with a part of a sentence that can't stand alone, often starting with words like "because," "although," or "when"