Author's Purpose
A recipe card explains the exact steps to bake a perfect batch of chocolate chip cookies. Is the purpose to Persuade, Inform, or Entertain?
Inform
If a character is called a "Romeo" because they are always acting romantic, which famous play is the author alluding to?
Romeo And Juliet
Identify the pronoun in this sentence: "Ponyboy realized that he had to be careful."
He
If a story says "Johnny was nervous and jumpy," is that Direct or Indirect characterization?
Direct
A cat writes a letter to its owner explaining why it deserves three dinners instead of one. Is the purpose to Persuade, Inform, or Entertain?
Entertain
In a story, a character says, "I'm not in Ponyboy's world anymore," referring to a tough situation. What book are they alluding to?
The Outsiders
What is the word the pronoun replaces (the antecedent) for "they" in this sentence: "The Greasers knew that they had to stick together."
The Greasers
The author writes: "Ponyboy’s eyes were greenish-gray and his hair was light-brown." Is this Direct or Indirect?
Direct
A funny comic strip shows a cat trying to catch a laser pointer but falling off the couch. Is the purpose to Persuade, Inform, or Entertain?
Entertain
A character says, "I have a mountain of homework to do," using a common exaggeration. If they called it a "Herculean task," which hero are they alluding to?
Hercules
Identify the relative pronoun in this sentence: "The pouch that Hachiware carries is very useful."
That
Usagi shares a delicious snack with a friend who is feeling sad. What does this indirectly tell us about their personality?
They are kind or caring
An article titled "The History of Fossil Fuels" explains how coal was formed millions of years ago. Is the purpose to Persuade, Inform, or Entertain?
Inform
If a coach tells a player, "Don't be a Scrooge," when they refuse to share the equipment, what classic story is the coach alluding to?
A Christmas Carol
Which pronoun is grammatically correct? "The cat and (I / me) went to the kitchen to find a snack."
I
A character clenches their fists and turns away when their rival enters the room. Which part of the ST EAL method is being used here?
Speech, Thoughts, Effect, Actions, or Looks?
Actions
A travel brochure argues that "Cat Island" in Japan is the best vacation spot in the world. What is the author’s primary goal?
Persuade
A scientist calls a new discovery a "Pandora's Box" because it might cause unexpected problems. What is this a mythological allusion to?
Greek Myth Of Pandora
500: Choose the correct pronoun: "Between you and (I / me), I think the Socs are looking for trouble."
Me
A character thinks to themselves, "I hope nobody notices how much my hands are shaking." What does this indirectly tell the reader?
The character is anxious, scared, or nervous