Writer's Effect
What literary device is used when the author gives human-like qualities to non-human entities?
Personification
What sensory details are often included in descriptive writing?
sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell.
What is the purpose of the exposition in a narrative?
Introducing background information and setting.
Based on the sentence "The protagonist's heart pounded as they entered the dark cave," what emotion is the protagonist likely feeling?
Fear
What is the part of the letter that tells your message?
The Body
Identify the technique where a word imitates the sound it represents.
Onomatopoeia
Provide an example of a simile in descriptive writing.
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What narrative element is prominent in the sentence, "With bated breath, she opened the mysterious package."
Suspense
What is the purpose of a summarization in comprehension?
Capturing the main ideas in a condensed form.
Dear Monica, Hey George, Hi Marcel, To Mr.Dempster These are examples of what element of a letter?
Salutation
What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?
Exaggeration for emphasis or effect.
What is the primary purpose of using similes and metaphors in descriptive writing?
Enhance vividness and create imaginative comparisons.
How does the resolution contribute to the conclusion of a story?
It provides the solution to the main conflict.
In the sentence, "The flickering streetlight cast eerie shadows on the deserted alley," what emotion or atmosphere does the author convey?
Tension or fear
There are two types of letters that we write. What are they?
Formal and Informal
In the sentence, "The thunderous applause echoed through the auditorium," what literary device is used?
Personification
How does the use of sensory details contribute to descriptive writing?
Enhances reader immersion and visualization.
Identify the turning point in a narrative where the main character faces the greatest challenge.
Climax
What does the phrase "reading between the lines" mean when applied to literature?
Inferring or understanding something not directly stated.
What are some of their characteristics of formal letter?
Neatly organized, no spelling errors or punctuation errors, professionally written, no emotion.
Identify the writer's effect in the sentence, "The silence of the graveyard embraced the old mansion, hinting at secrets untold."
Atmosphere building
In the sentence, "The sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink," identify the literary device.
Imagery
What purpose do subplots serve in a story?
Subplots add complexity and depth to the narrative.
What can you infer about a character described as having "a perpetual smile, even in challenging situations"?
The character remains optimistic or positive.
What are some of their characteristics of informal letter?
Slang, abbreviations, relaxed tone, expresses emotion.