Figurative Language
Another name for the main character of a story.
What is the protagonist
Having no personal feeling or personal opinion included in the text means it is ____________.
Unbiased
The turning point or moment of greatest tension in a story.
What is the Climax.
Kitten: Cat :: puppy:
What is dog
The feelings and emotions a reader has because of the text.
What is mood
Double Jeopardy
Last year I ran the entire 6-mile race. This year, however, I was happy to be a spectator and cheer on the runners from the sidelines.
a) A person who participates
b) a person who helps
c) a person who runs
d) a person who watches
The big mansion had been turned into a museum.
Which word has a more positive connotation for big?
grand
Oversized
Language that means exactly what it says (the opposite of figurative language)
This class is awesome, I know each and every one of you is excited about the field trip to King's Dominion.
What is third person Omniscient
You are acting like Eeyore, from Winnie the Pooh, when he is unhappy.
What is an allusion?
The dove, a type of bird, was released into the sky, and everyone rejoiced when the long war was over.
A dove is used to represent peace. This is called_____?
What is symbolism.
Use Context Clues to find the two meanings of the word flabbergasted.
I thought you loved your job. Your decision to suddenly quit flabbergasted me.
a) annoyed
b) surprise
c) amaze
d) oriented
b) surprise
c) amaze
Cartoonist, Jeff Kinney's book Diary of a Wimpy Kid, deserves all of the praise it has received.
Fact or Opinion?
Opinion
Leaf : tree :: rose:
bush thorns fragrance petal
What is bush
When reading questions on an SOL test you should _________ each question to make sure you know what it is asking.
What is highlight
The rich lady has more dough than a bakery. This is an example of ____________.
What is a Pun
This sentence uses figurative language to help the reader understand the text. What is the author using to help the reader create a sense of being with the character?
What is imagery?
Double Jeopardy What is the Tone of the following sentence?
“I couldn’t wait to go to the carnival, smell the hot dogs, taste the cotton candy, and feel the exhilaration of riding the Ferris Wheel!”
what is excited, happy, etc..
What is it called when the author gives clues about a future event in a story?
What is foreshasowing
Use context clues for the answer
The mirror is so grimy you can't see your own reflection.
What is dirty