This is the name, word and phrase that labels the subject but does not give the specific contexts of the text.
What is a topic.
100
The signal words for this pattern of organization include groups, types, elements or categories.
What is classification?
100
The use of as and like differentiates these two forms of figurative language.
What is simile and metaphor?
100
the definition for this word is item of clothing
What is garment?
100
Reading between the lines defines this form of processing a conclusion based on stated and unstated ideas
What is inference
200
This is the message the author is trying to convey about a topic.
What is a main idea?
200
With this pattern, the concept is defined initially defined and then expanded with examples and restatements.
What is definition?
200
the expression costs an arm and a leg is an example of this figurative language
What is Idiom?
200
the synonym for this word is replica
What is imitation?
200
This process takes place when a writer suggest an idea without stating it openly.
What is implying?
300
This topic or general term unifies the following items coffee, tea, coal and chocolate.
What is caffeine?
300
The following topic sentence is an example of this pattern of organization: The southern way of life was transformed as a result of the invention of air-conditioning.
What is cause and effect.
300
This figurative language can be described as an exaggeration or an overstatement of something being more than it actually is.
What is hyperbole?
300
the definition for this word is in a strong or vivid manner
What is Keenly?
300
To draw this important information, the reader must make a logical deduction from hints, facts and prior knowledge.
What is a conclusion
400
The word central focus is another term that refers to this important element of a passage.
What is Main Idea?
400
The signal word such as in this sentence reflects the following transition or direction of thought: Some experts believe that a fetus in the womb can be affected by sounds such as classical music or the mother's voice.
What is example?
400
The following sentence is an example of this figurative language: The news took me by surprise.
What is personification?
400
The original meaning of this word was deceitful
What is fickle?
400
this is another word for inference
What is implied meaning?
500
The title of a book, chapter or passage refers to this broad subject that is expressed using phrases and not sentences?
What is topic?
500
The following sentence is an example of this pattern of organization: While I enjoy cooking, I will not prepare the food for your wedding.
What is contrast.
500
The following sentence is an example of this form of figurative language:
"Great someone stained my new dress"
What is verbal irony
500
synonyms for this word include prominence, merit and worth
What is distinction?
500
this specific knowledge helps you understand details that are often implied rather directly stated.