Writer's Craft
Name the literary device that compares two things using "like" or "as."
Simile
What three parts should an informational introduction include?
The main idea, subtopic 1 and subtopic 2.
Which person (first, second or third) is usually used in opinion writing?
First person
In the exposition of a narrative piece what do you need to include?
Characters and the setting
What is an action word called? Give an example
Verb: Running
What is personification?
giving an object human like characteristics
Ocean animals, ocean names, ocean garbage ...
What must an opinion introduction include?
An opinion statement, and your 2 reasons.
Past tense
The prefix is at the start of the word.
What is this an example of? "The classroom was a zoo"
Metaphor
What is a connecter or transition word you can use to introduce another subtopic besides "also"?
Additionally, in addition to, I would add. One might also...
What are 3 examples of emotive words?
I believe,
I think,
It is cool,
Put these story parts in order : Falling action, Climax, Rising Action, Resolution, Exposition.
Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution.
What are two examples of a prefix?
pro, bi, in, un, de
Give an example of a simile that describes a storm using like or as
The storm was ____ as a ____
The storm was like a ____ .
For one subtopic, how many pieces of evidence should you include?
3 pieces of evidence
Write an If, then sentence that could introduce a consequence supporting an opinion about school uniforms.
If _____ then ____ .
Write 2 short sentences about finding a lost dog. One in first person, and one in 3rd person. Label which is first and which is 3rd person.
I found a lost dog on the street.
He found a lost dog on the street.
What is a homophone?
Words that sound the same when spoken but have a different meaning.
Explain how Dialogue can help develop a character in a story?
Demonstrates connections between characters.
Write a one sentence concluding statement that gives a sense of closure for an informational essay about oceans besides; "I hope you learned something about oceans" or "Thanks for reading".
Listen to examples.
Opinion Statement
Reason 1 + 2 supporting details
Reason 2 + 2 supporting details
Conclusion + Opinion statement.
Create a brief example story arc 5 short bullet points, that includes setting, characters, a problem, solution, and a message.
Topic: Natural Disaster.
Character,
setting
Problem
Solution
Main Message
What is the difference between a homophone and a homograph?
A homophone sounds the same with different spelling. A homograph, has the same spelling but means something different.