Support used to support an argument/position, and is derived from reading and drawing from other text. It is provided in the form of quotation, paraphrase, descriptions of theory and also description. Its importance is in the detail, and in paying attention to the detail in words and intent.
What is Textual Evidence
300
Adding, deleting, combining and rearranging sentences to clarify meaning and enhance style.
What is Revising
300
The literary element that describes the structure of a story. It shows arrangement of events and actions within a story.
What is Plot
300
When the writer or speaker exaggerates for emphasis or effect
What is Hyperbole
300
Helps papers read more smoothly, and at the same time allows the reader to flow more smoothly from one point to the next.
What is a Transition
400
Important information that tells more about the overall idea of a paragraph or section of a text
What is Main Idea
400
There are three main reasons or purposes for writing. (PIE)
What is Persuade, Inform, Entertain
400
The conclusion; all loose ends are tied up.
Either the character defeats the problem, learns to live with the problem, or the problem defeats the character
What is Resolution
400
When the speaker or writer gives human characteristics, qualities, or traits to an object or idea
What is Personification
400
My mom will never know this, but I went ahead and signed the lease yesterday, without her approval or support. I felt good about it, knowing I did the right thing. Today’s phone call reassured me that I had done the right thing. Although my mother can be irrational sometimes, she is still my mother and I love her dearly.
What is Although
500
The perspective from which a speaker or writer recounts a narrative or presents information
What is Point of View
500
A piece of writing that explains or informs. It is meant to be based on fact and free of the writer’s prejudices. Opinion is often expressed, but only if it is backed by fact.
What is Expository
500
The central, general message, the main idea, the controlling topic about life or people the author wants to get across through a literary work
What is Theme
500
Comparison between two dissimilar things without using the word “like” or “as” to make the comparison
What is Metphor
500
When I played in Little League, he’d drive me. The Conservation Club was next to the park. He’d hang out there until practice was over. Once, he came to pick me up a little early. He interrupted the coach and insisted on explaining the infield fly rule-- not just once, but three times. He’d have gone on like a broken record if the coach hadn't stopped him and thanked him. Luckily, the coach quickly dismissed the team.