Bayern
one of the major points of a plot, or storyline. Occurs after the Exposition
Rising Action
the way an author looks at a topic or subject and their attitude toward it
Point of View
Something that is asked
a question
the main character—the one the story revolves around and who usually has a problem to solve
Protagonist
To explain how things are similar
Compare
The main problem or struggle in a work of literature
Conflict
To explain how things are different
Contrast
A moment when the series of events in a plot suddenly change
Climax / Turning Point
The message of a work of literature, often expressed as a general statement about life
What is Theme
to examine the parts of something in detail
to Analyze
expression of a writer's attitude toward subject, audience, and self
This type of writing is used to show a theme, event, or story for enjoyment.
What is, to Entertain.
the final outcome of the story’s conflict
resolution
Hints and clues in a sentence used to determine the meaning of a word. (negative/positive connotations)
What are context clues
a conversation between characters
dialogue
An idea formed by textual evidence, one’s own reasoning, and background knowledge in order to make a prediction
What is, an Inference
a form of writing intended to convince or influence readers to accept a particular idea or opinion and to inspire action
Persuasive / to Persuade
emotional response a piece of writing evokes in the reader
Moooooood
literature in the form of prose that describes imaginary events and people
Fiction
the character whose goals work against the protagonist
Antagonist
the sequence of events that take place in a work of literature
Plot
details from the text that a reader can use to support his or her ideas and opinions about the text
Textual Evidence
description of the distinctive nature or features of someone or something: Either directly or indirectly
Characterization
to quote as evidence to support a response about the text
Cite / Citing
writing that might be in the form of an instruction manual, an academic journal, an encyclopedia, or even just the back of a box of cereal.
Inform/Informative writing