SBAC 5
What does it mean to analyze something?
discover or reveal something in great detail through examination
What is the definition of describe?
Give out an account in words that goes over main details or characteristics
What is the definition of mood?
The overall feeling/emotion that a whole piece of writing has.
What is the definition of motivation?
The internal drive for something. (The authors reason why)
What is the definition of explain?
To make something clear.
What is the definition of infer?
to make an educated guess using evidence/facts/ or prior knowledge
What does it mean to evaluate?
to judge the quality of a piece of work or claim.
What is the definition of point of view?
the perspective in which a story is told.
What is the definition of conflict?
A struggle or clash between two opposing forces, normally a force that goes against the main characters wishes or desires.
What is the definition of identify?
What does it mean to summarize
Briefly describe a piece of text going over the main points
What is the definition of context?
The type of setting and circumstances a piece of work was written in.
A main point or argument that is supported by reasoning.
What is the definition of characterization?
When the author gives their character's traits, ideas, thoughts, physical features, etc so that the reader can understand them.
Example: Jack's overall characterization from Lord of the Flies is considered power hungry, aggressive, and brutal.
What is the definition of interpret?
To explain the meaning or translate a text into simpler form
What does it mean to contrast
To point out the differences
What is the definition of theme?
The main idea or main lesson in a story that the author wants you to learn.
What is the definition of evidence?
Reasoning from a text that directly supports a claim.
What is the definition of perspective?
A particular attitude towards something.
What does it mean to justify?
To give reasoning behind a main point or claim.
What does it mean to compare?
To point out the similarities.
The feeling and emotions behind words and actions in a written text
What is the definition of symbolism?
When something (an object or thing) represents an abstract idea.
Example: A rose can represent beauty
What is the defintion of purpose?
The reason to why something was written.
Example: William Golding's main purpose of writing Lord of the Flies was to show true human nature when their is no society.
What does it mean to support?
To back a main claim with details, text evidence, or ideas.