Figurative Language
Her glow was as beautiful as the sunset
What is a Simile?
The text is arranged to show the problem and the solution
What is problem/solution text structure?
Facts, data, statistics, quotes from the text that are used to support the argument.
What is evidence?
The definition of a narrative
What is a creative story?
A writing technique used to appeal to credibility
What is Ethos?
My love is a red, red rose.
What is a metaphor?
The text is arranged to describe a topic, idea, person or thing by giving specific information about it.
What is description text structure?
The last sentence of the introductory paragraph that includes the claim + reasons.
What is thesis?
Uses pronouns I, Me, My. Stories written from a specific character's perspective use this.
What is first person POV?
Hints found within a sentence, paragraph, or passage that a reader can use to understand the meanings of new or unfamiliar words.
What are context clues?
Deliberate exaggeration for emphasis
What is Hyperbole?
The text is arranged in order of time from beginning to the end
What is chronological text structure?
A position taken by someone with an opposing viewpoint. Usually written in the second to last paragraph or the conclusion.
What is counterclaim?
Uses pronouns he, she they
What is third person POV?
To make a well informed guess based on reasoning, evidence, and logic.
What is to infer?
A story with two meanings- a literal meaning and a deeper meaning.
What is Allegory?
The text is arranged to show the relationship between the why and the what happened.
What is cause and effect text structure?
"(last name pg #).
What is in-text or parenthetical citation?
This is used after or before someone speaks in a story. It is used to show who is speaking, and give details about how a character says something.
What is a dialogue tag?
The most important point the author makes-- usually stated in one sentence
What is central idea?
An implied reference to a well known person, place or thing in order to create deeper meaning within a text
What is allusion?
This text is arranged to explain how two or more things are alike and how they are different
What is compare and contrast text structure?
Words that move the reader seamlessly through your argument. Words such as: One study suggests, furthermore, In addition, To conclude, On the other hand
What are transition words?
Descriptive details and words that engage the sense. Language that enhances a story and creates vivid images.
What is imagery?
What is a Constructed Response?