Figurative Language
“The classroom was a zoo” is an example of this type of figurative language.
Metaphor
The author’s attitude toward the subject or audience is called this
Tone
Although the directions looked simple, Marcus became bewildered when the experiment produced completely different results than the science book had predicted. What is the meaning of the word bewildered?
confused
The most exciting or intense moment in a story, when the main conflict reaches its highest point, is called this.
Climax
The way a passage is organized is called this
Text structure
This figurative language gives human traits to non-human objects or animals
Personification
A word that has the opposite meaning of another word is called this
Antonym
The author’s skeptical tone suggested that she did not completely believe the explorer’s unbelievable story. What is the meaning of the word skeptical?
not easily convinced, having doubts
A character that remains the same throughout the story is called this
static character
When the author organizes information in a text by explaining similarities and differences of ideas, it uses this structure.
compare and contrast
A phrase that uses exaggeration for emphasis or effect is called this
Hyperbole
Words that describe the emotions or feelings a story creates for the reader are called this.
Mood
Even though the directions seemed ambiguous, the teacher clarified them by giving several examples of what the finished project should look like. What is the meaning of the word ambiguous?
unclear or not exact
A character who changes or grows during the story is known by this term.
Dynamic Character
When an author presents opposing points of view on a topic and then explains why one is better, it is called this type of writing.
persuasive or argumentative
When an author deliberately provides details to make readers form an image in their mind, it is called this.
imagery
The reason or feeling that explains why a character acts a certain way is called this
character's motivation
The author gave a vivid description of the storm, explaining how the thunder shook the windows and lightning lit up the entire sky. What is the meaning of the word vivid?
producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind
The narrator knows everything about all characters and events; this point of view is called what?
Third person omniscient
Facts, statistics, examples, and expert opinions used to support a claim are called this
evidence
“She was as busy as a bee” is an example of this
simile
This is when the story hints at events that will happen later, giving the reader a clue
Foreshadowing
The artist’s painting was so intricate that viewers noticed new tiny details each time they looked at it What is the meaning of the word intricate?
very complicated or detailed
A struggle between a character and an outside force, such as nature, society, or another character, is called this
External Conflict
A section at the beginning of a book that explains the organization or chapters is called this
table of contents