Do you Mean It? (Author's Meaning)
"The dog barked loudly at the stranger in the yard." Which word could the author use to replace barked to create a more aggressive connotation?
A) yelped
B) howled
C) snarled
D) woofed
What is C) snarled?
It's the name for the sequence of events that make up a story, often including an introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
What is plot?
"She sells seashells by the seashore."
"Rubber-baby-buggy-bumpers."
"Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."
It's the kind of figurative language being used here.
What is alliteration?
It's the point of view from which this is written:
Today was a sunny day, and I decided to go to the park. I packed my favorite sandwich and grabbed my book. When I arrived, I felt the warm sun on my face. I sat on a bench and started to read. The sound of children laughing made me smile. I loved the park; it was my happy place.
What is First-Person?
This genre of writing is based on real events and factual information, often telling a story about actual people.
What is non-fiction?
"The sun shone down on the kids who were weeding the garden." Which word could the author use to replace shone to create a more oppressive feeling?
A) illuminated
B) blazed
C) glimmered
D) radiated
What is B) blazed?
It's the literary element that provides the backdrop for a story and can influence its mood and themes.
What is setting?
"I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!"
"It's so fluffy I'm gonna die!"
"This homework is going to take forever!"
These are all examples of this kind of literary device.
What is hyperbole?
It's the point of view from which this is written:
Imagine walking into the concert hall, the air buzzing with excitement. You can hear the faint sound of music from backstage. As the lights dim, your heart races. You find your spot, surrounded by friends. When the band starts playing, you can’t help but sing along, feeling the energy of the crowd. This moment is unforgettable.
What is Second-Person?
In this genre, authors create imaginative stories that often include magical elements or made-up creatures.
What is fantasy?
"She entered the room quietly." Which word could the author use to replace quietly to suggest she was sneaking in?
A) silently
B) stealthily
C) softly
D) gently
What is B) stealthily?
This literary device uses specific language to evoke sensory experiences, enhancing the reader's emotional connection to the narrative.
What is imagery?
"the buzzing of the honey bees"
"the crashing of the waves"
"the leaves rustled"
It's the example of figurative language used in these examples.
What is onomatopoeia?
It's the point of view from which this is written:
Emily was worried when she realized her dog, Max, was missing. She searched the yard and called his name. “Max! Where are you?” she shouted. Just then, she heard a bark from the neighbor’s garden. Relief washed over her as she ran to find him playing with the neighbor’s cat.
What is Third-Person Limited?
This genre often critiques society or politics through exaggerated characters and situations, using humor to convey deeper truths.
What is satire?
"The child smiled at her mother." Which word could the author use to replace smiled to convey a sense of mischief?
A) grinned
B) beamed
C) glowered
D) smirked
What is D) smirked?
This element refers to the conflict within a story, whether internal or external, and drives the plot forward.
What is conflict?
"I'm sleepy, so I'm going to go hit the hay."
"He started a conversation to break the ice."
"What a storm! It's raining cats and dogs out there."
Each of these is this kind of figurative language.
What is an idiom?
It's the point of view from which this is written:
The curtain rose, and the audience fell silent. Sarah was nervous, her heart pounding, while Jake stood confidently backstage, ready to deliver his lines. As Sarah took her place on stage, she felt a wave of fear wash over her. But as she looked out at the audience, she noticed her parents cheering. Suddenly, she found her voice and performed brilliantly.
What is Third-Person Omniscient?
This writing format uses rhythmic and often structured lines to convey deep emotions and imagery.
What is poetry or verse?
"He stared at the painting with admiration." Which word could the author use to replace admiration to suggest a more superficial response?
A) awe
B) respect
C) appreciation
D) approval
What is D) approval?
This technique involves introducing early hints or clues about what will happen later in the narrative, often enhancing suspense.
What is foreshadowing?
"a traffic jam when you're already late"
"the good advice you just didn't take"
"ten thousand spoons when all you need is a knife"
It's the kind of figurative language Alanis was singing about in these lyrics.
What is irony?
It's the point of view from which this is written:
When I received the letter, my hands trembled. It was from my estranged father, a man I hadn’t seen in years. “I need to talk to you,” it read. My heart raced as I thought of all the reasons I should ignore it. But curiosity gnawed at me. Little did I know, opening that letter would change everything.
What is First-Person?
In this form of writing, the author conveys personal experiences and reflections, often focusing on their thoughts and feelings.
What is memoir?