Fiction
When and where a story takes place
Setting
repetition of beginning sounds in a group of words
alliteration
Tells about a problem (and sometimes says why there is a problem) and then gives one or more possible solutions
Problem and Solution
The titles or topics at the beginning of a larger section
headings
words with the same or similar meaning
Synonym
words that describe a character's personality or qualities that make them who they are
Character trait
A comparison using like or as
simile
Describes items or events in the order they happened or tells the steps to follow to do something or make something
Chronological
Shows the reader important events in the order that they happened and usually includes dates.
Timeline
words with opposite meanings
antonym
what a story is mostly about
main idea
a comparison without using like or as
metaphor
The text explains why something happened and what happened as a result.
Cause and Effect
A list of words and their definitions located at the end of the text
Glossary
The point of view of a story when the narrator is a character, usually the main character, in the story. Uses words like I, me, we, us.
first person
the lesson or message of a story
theme
An expression that cannot be understood from the individual meanings of its elements, as in kick the bucket or under the weather.
idiom
Shows how two or more things are alike and/or how they are different
Comparison
An organized collection of information in a clear, visual presentation
chart or graph
The point of view of a story told using “He,” “She,” or “They”, refers to the main character by name, the narrator is outside the story.
third person
Name some common themes in fiction.
Good vs. Evil, Courage, Friendship, believe in yourself, determination, accepting differences, etc.
a statement of wisdom that is expressed in a simple way and commonly said
proverb
Describes a topic, idea, person, place, or thing and lists its features and characteristics or provides examples
Description (main idea and details)
Illustrations of objects or an inside look at what is being discussed that are usually labeled
Diagrams or graphics
an idea or conclusion that's drawn from evidence and reasoning; you can make an educated guess or assume what is happening
Inference