Figurative Langauge
make comparisons using a linking word such as like, as, or than (He is as cold as ice).
What is simile?
The point of view in writing where the narrator refers to himself/herself as "I."
What is first person point of view?
The writer's position on an issue.
What is a claim?
writing marks that help separate and clarify ideas.
What is punctuation?
The way in which a piece of writing is structured. Each sentence, paragraph, or chapter fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of ideas.
What is organization?
The use of words that sound like what they mean. (Buzz)
What is onomatopoeia?
story told using "you" or "your."
What is second person?
The reasons given to support a writer's claim.
What is evidence?
Fanboys (For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So)
What is a coordinating conjunction?
A word, phrase, or clause that links one idea to the next. Writing should not jump from one idea to the next without transitions that guide the reader to the next idea. Examples include words such as “another,” “for example,” “also,” and ”because.”
What is a transition word?
A huge exaggeration. ("Dad is the funniest guy on the planet!")
What is hyperbole?
Narration using "he", "him", "she", "her", "they", "their", "them".
What is third person?
A debatable problem of an argument.
What is the issue?
A word, phrase, or clause that is improperly separated from the word it modifies/describes. For example: (I found a gold woman's necklace on the sidewalk.)
What is a misplaced modifier?
The process of editing and rewriting a piece of writing.
What is revision?
makes direct comparisons without using like or as. (Her eyes were shining stars).
What is metaphor?
The narrator knows the thoughts of every character.
What is third person omniscient?
The opposite side of the claim.
What is counterclaim?
Joins a subordinate clause and main clause. (although, after, because, even though)
What is a subordinating conjunction?
Writing to inform the reader of something.
What is informative writing?
The use of the same sound to start several words in a row. ("Peter Piper Picked a Peck of Pickled Peppers")
What is alliteration?
The narrator knows the thoughts of one character.
What is third person limited?
Strategy used to start an argumentative essay.
What is Hook, Bridge, Thesis?
A word or words that expresses the relationship between two things. (Under, over, next to)
What is a preposition?
The end of a piece of writing.
What is a conclusion?