Author's Purpose
The author tries this to have the readers agree or disagree with the point of view.
To Persuade
This is the overall message of the writing.
Theme
When two different things are compared using the words "like" or "as".
Simile
Elements in writing that support ideas.
Detail
The overall feeling or atmosphere that the author creates for the reader.
Mood
The author's purpose is to gives facts and information about a topic.
To Inform
These are elements that support ideas.
Details.
When two different things are compared using the word "is"
Example: Your friend is a Unicorn.
Metaphor
To decide or conclude through reasoning or observation.
To add detail.
Develop
The narrator's position in relation to story being told. 1st Person / 2nd Person / 3rd Person
Point of View
The author's purpose for readers to enjoy.
To Entertain
Central Message
Words whose sounds suggest their meaning like sound effects.
Onomatopoeia
To point out / To show
Indicate
The main events of a play, novel, movie.
Plot
This is the acronym used for the Author's Purpose.
P.I.E.
This word means to communicate or deliver a message.
Convey.
When two or more words start with a consonant sound. Example: Beautiful Blue Butterfly
Alliteration
To conclude by reasoning / To guess
Infer
The author's attitude toward the subjects.
Tone