Central Idea
What is the central idea of a text?
Name TWO types of text structure.
Cause and Effect
Compare and Contrast
Problem-solution
Sequence
Chronological
Expository
Narrative
Classification
Timeline
What are the three main purposes an author may have?
To inform (expository), to entertain (narrative), or to persuade (argumentative).
What is a theme in literature?
The lesson or message the author wants the reader to learn
Name the figurative language:
"Her smile was like the sun."
Simile
How can you identify the central idea in a passage?
Look for key details, repeated ideas, and the overall message of the text.
What is chronological order?
A text structure that presents events in the order they occur in time.
How can you determine an author's purpose?
By analyzing the language, tone, and details in the text.
Examples of common themes in stories
Name the figurative language:
"The world is a stage":
Metaphor
Why is the central idea important for understanding a text?
It helps readers grasp the main message and purpose of the writing.
How does a compare and contrast structure benefit the reader?
It allows readers to see similarities and differences between two or more subjects.
Why might an author choose to entertain their audience?
To engage readers and provide enjoyment or amusement.
What is character developement?
It shows how characters change throughout a story
Name the figurative language: "The sun smiled down on us,"
Personification
the unreliable narrator's descent into madness and the psychological consequences of guilt and paranoia after committing a seemingly perfect crime.
What is the difference between sequence and chronological
Sequence- Steps in order, such as a guide
Chronological- Telling of events in order as they happen
What is an example of a text meant to inform?
A news article or a textbook.
Character development: Characters can change their _____________ throughout a story
Name the figurative language:
"I've told you a million times".
Hyperbole
How does the central idea differ from the theme of a text?
The central idea, or main idea, tell the reader what the main message or point is of a text.
The theme is the lesson the author wants the reader to take away
An author describes to the reader the importance of recycling and explains the origins of how recycling came to be and why it has improved air quality.
What is the authors purpose?
Expository/ Informative
An author tells the story of an evil witch and two children. The story continues to tell how the children escaped
Narrative
What is one of the examples Miss. Lawson gave of character development in class
Mean Girls
Wonder
Unbroken
Shark Boy and Lava Girl
Inside Out
Lion King
Word meaning:
Name 2 types of context clues that help a reader understand the meaning of a word they don't know