Literary Terms
The author's message or lesson of a literary text.
Theme
a text structure that lists the similarities and differences of two things or ideas.
Educated guess or assumption based on evidence
Inference
Poor nutrition can have negative effects on your health. If you don't eat enough fruits and vegetables, you may not get enough vitamins and minerals, which can lead to a weakened immune system and increased risk of illness. On the other hand, if you eat too much junk food and sugary drinks, you may gain weight and increase your risk of developing health problems like diabetes and heart disease.
Text Structure
Cause and Effect
A state of feeling more confident.
Empowered
The creation or traits of a fictional character. (Hint: Think TAASO)
Characterization
Author's stance or position on an idea.
Argument
What the text is mostly about (informational or literary texts)
Central Idea
Everyone should try to help protect the environment. There are many simple things you can do to make a difference, like recycling or turning off lights when you leave a room. These actions might seem small, but they can add up and make a big impact. Protecting the environment is important because it helps keep our air and water clean, and ensures that plants and animals have the resources they need to survive. By taking small steps to protect the environment, we can all do our part to make the world a better place for ourselves and future generations. So let's all work together to protect the planet we call home!
To Persuade
Author's purpose
Spread out over a large area in an untidy or irregular way.
Sprawled
The beginning of a story, most often introduces the characters and setting.
Exposition
The author's reason or intent for writing
Author's purpose
A comparison that uses the terms "like" or "as"
Simile
Sophie woke up to find that her cat, Fluffy, was missing. She searched the house but he was nowhere to be found. Worried, she went outside to look for him and saw him perched on the roof. After trying several things to coax him down, she finally had the idea to use his favorite toy, and he jumped down into her arms.
Sophie found her cat perched on the roof. (Hint: think plot mountain)
Climax
Fail to notice
Overlooking
A way of expressing oneself that does not use a word's strict or realistic meaning.
Figurative language
Important pieces of information that support the main idea. Can be in the form of elaboration or examples.
Key details
The available facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid. Can be in the form of quotes, judgements, or stories.
Evidence
Mia was nervous about her first day of school in a new town. She didn't know anyone and felt like an outsider. But when she met a kind classmate who showed her around and introduced her to others, she realized that kindness can go a long way in making someone feel welcome and included.
The importance of kindness and how it can make a difference in someone's life.
Theme
Ideas or beliefs about something.
Notions
The attitude that the author conveys through the writing.
Tone
Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.
Bias
A brief statement or account of the main points of something.
Summary
Good communication is really important. Whether you're talking to friends or coworkers, it's essential to make sure you're clear about what you mean. This helps prevent people from getting confused or upset, and helps build trust. Good communication can also help you make new friends and succeed at school or work. Learning to communicate well takes practice, but it's worth it in the end because it can help you in many different areas of your life.
Good communication is essential in life.
Central Idea
A sign that something is about to happen.
Heralded