Text Structure
This text structure is used to describe the similarities and differences of two different things
What is: Compare and Contrast
Fiction can be based on true events. True or false?
True
Despite being true information and educational writing, authors will often us figurative language in nonfiction text. True or False?
True
Define Juxtaposition
two things seen or placed close together to contrast their differences.
"She was the sun that rose every morning; bright, on time and annoying." This is an example of what type of figurative language.
Metaphor
This text structure is used to tell you the order of events. Most commonly recognized by using words like "Next, Then and Later"
What is: Sequence
The introduction of characters, setting and time period are all introduced in what part of the plot line.
Exposition
What would the purpose of an author publishing an article about the importance of endangered animals?
To inform
Define Irony
The opposite of the expected outcome often used to create comic relief or dramatic affect.
I followed the rules like a faithful dog. This is an example of what type of figurative language.
Simile
This text structure is used to describe an issue and detail how to fix said issue by the end of the passage.
What is: Problem and solution
What is the difference between Linear and Non-Linear Plot lines?
Plot lines follow a straight path. Non-linear plot lines fill jump around in time.
Nonfiction text often use features such as italic, bold, highlighted, underlined and colored text. What are these examples of?
What are: Text Features
Define Logical Fallacy
Error in reasoning that occurs when invalid arguments or irrelevant points are not supported in a debate/argument
As I walked down the stairs I lost my footing and fell. My body was covered in bruises while I was on the ground at the bottom of the stairs.
"How graceful" Said my mother as she walked by me
Verbal Irony
This text structure is used to describe events that happen in time order.
What is: Chronological order
Every nonfiction story follows this series of events from beginning to end.
Plot line
Nonfiction Text often use pictures, graphs and charts to describe events. What are these called.
What are: Graphic Features
Define Flibbertigibbet
Flighty or talkative person
In this story Jamie and Ashley are dating. As we read the story we learn that Ashley is cheating on Jamie with Mr. Tillman but Jamie doesn't know. What type of irony is this an example of?
Dramatic Irony
What is the point of an author using a text structure?
To convey their thoughts in an organized and concise way
In the "Invisible Man" was the man actually invisible?
No. "Invisibility" was a metaphor for someone who does not want to be seen
What type of text was "The Women of Hidden Figures"
Informational/Biographical
Define Crestfallen
Sad and disappointed
We argued back and forth about who was better Lebron James or Michael Jordan and for some reason he kept bringing up Kobe Bryant. This is an example of?
Red Hearing Argument