Genres
James is a solider in General Washington's army. His misses his family but knows that it is his duty to help defeat the British and gain America's independence. Will he be able to find to courage to stay and fight?
What genre is this?
Historical Fiction
What is the theme in King Midas and the Golden Touch?
Be thankful for what you have
What is tone?
How the author is writing the story--created based word choice
When a character is fighting against another character
Man vs. Man
First person, third person limited, third person omniscient
Former astronaut Neil Armstrong writes about his experience being the first man on the Moon. His book includes time from when he was chosen to be an astronaut to the moment he steps on the Moon.
What genre is this?
Memoir
When they wish for Herbert to return and they here the knocking at the door
What is Mood?
It is how the story makes you feel as a reader
When a character is battling something inside of themselves--thoughts emotions etc.
Man vs. self
Why is a story never told in second person
Because an author can tell a story that involves the reader
Ben has learned that his Dad has gotten a new job that will sent their family across the world to London. How will Ben make friends and learn how to live in England?Then Ben meets Jess, and his life is slowly getting better.
What genre is this?
Realistic fiction
What is the setting for Little Red Riding Hood and how does it add to the mood of the story?
The woods (in Germany) And the mood is creepy and suspenseful because of the setting of the woods
Cheerful, Reflective, Gloomy, Humorous, Melancholy, Idyllic, Whimsical, Romantic are all words that describe what?
Mood
When a character is fighting a natural disaster or an animal (it can sometimes also be things like fate)
Man vs. Nature
What are the 4 types of non-fiction genres?
Biography, Autobiography, Memoir, Instructional
Inspector Jones of the Scotland yard is on the trail of a thief who has stolen a priceless work of art. But he soon discovers that the theft was just a distraction and the real crime has yet to be committed.
What genre is this?
Mystery
Man vs. Man
Comic, condescending, facetious, funny, heavy, intimate, ironic, light, playful, sad, serious, sinister, solemn, somber, and threatening are all words used to describe what?
Tone
When a character is fighting against the world or their government
Man vs. Society
What are the 4 subsections of Traditional Literature?
Fairy tale, Legend, Myth, Tall Tale
Bow is a gifted witch but her powers are always getting her in trouble. But when a powerful Wizard promises her glory, will Bow turn the dark side to finally be accepted?
Fantasy
What is the Resolution in Ulysses and The Cyclops?
When Ulysses sails away but then is cursed by Zeus
How do tone and mood effect a story?
It helps us as a read to understand the story better and it brings us into the story.
What are the external conflicts?
What are the internal?
External: Man vs. Man, Man vs. Nature, Man vs. Society
Internal: Man vs. Self
What type of genre is Adventures of Ulysses?
Legend