Transition Words and Phrases (Text Structure)
Figurative Language
Elements of Plot
Characterization
Anything Goes
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"On the other hand" is an example of a transition phrased used for this text structure.

What is compare and contrast text structure? 

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A comparison, primary using a simile or metaphor, that explains something more complex. 

What is an analogy?

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Known as the turning point of any plot.  

What is the climax? 

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The character that opposes the protagonist.

What is the antagonist? 

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The high school in our district who's mascot is the Yellow Jackets. 

What is St. Martin? 

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"For example" is an example of this this text structure.

What is description/explanation? 

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An extreme, over exaggeration. 

What is a hyperbole? 

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Known as "who's perspective is the story being told". 

What is the Point of View? 

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When an author does not directly characterize the character, yet gives descriptions so the reader can infer. 

What is indirect characterization? 

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The material in which an Olympic first-place metal would be made out of.

What is gold? 

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"As a result" is an example of this text structure? 

What is cause and effect? 

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A more kind way to put something that would otherwise be seen as being harsh or cruel. 

What is an Euphony? 

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The overall idea that the author is trying to get the readers to learn. 

What is the theme of a story? 

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When a character changes or evolves due to overcoming a conflict.

What is a dynamic character? 

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In the late 90s and early 2000s, this was the official mascot of Taco Bell.

What is a Chihuahua?

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"In other words" is an example of this text structure? 

What is description/explanatory? 

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A passing reference to something in history, or a historical document. 

What is an allusion? 

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The three things that can be found in the exposition of every narrative. 

What is the setting, main character/protagonist, and central conflict? 

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The description of characters or characteristics provided by the author, either directly or indirectly. 

What is characterization?

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What brand of root beer was founded in Biloxi, Mississippi? 

What is Barqs Root beer? 

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"After, then, a little while later" are all examples of a transition phrases used for this text structure.

What is sequential order? 

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The use of adjectives and other descriptive language to draw a mental picture inside the reader's head. 

What is imagery? 

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The pacing tool the author creates by building longer, descriptive paragraphs. 

What is tension? 

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Known as a character that plays a significant role in the plot of a story.

What is a main character? 

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You see it twice in a week, but only once in a year. 

What is the letter "E"?

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