Fiction
Sequence of events in a story
Plot
A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of a text, and is developed, supported, and explained using examples and evidence.
Thesis
instructions for actors and stage crew
Stage Directions
A writer's attitude toward his or her subject matter revealed through word choice & figurative language
Tone
the writer's position on an issue or problem
Claim
used at the beginning of a text to introduce the character(s) and setting of the story
Exposition
the most important or central thought of a paragraph
Main Idea
Conversation between characters
Dialogue
Feeling or atmosphere that a writer creates for the reader
Mood
logical support, statements that support your claim (opinion or belief).
Reason
the problem in the story
Conflict
provide information to clarify, prove, or explain the main idea
Supporting Details
a direct comparison of two different things without using like or as (Poetry)
Metaphor
A comparison using "like" or "as"
Simile
the persuasive device by which a writer tries to sway the audience's attention and response to any given work (ethos, pathos, & logos)
Rhetorical Appeal
the turning point of the story
Climax
where and when the story takes place (all genres)
Setting
A figure of speech in which an object or animal is given human feelings, thoughts, or attitudes (Poetry)
Personification
Description that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste)
Imagery
an opposing argument to the one a writer is putting forward
Counterargument
the process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character
Characterization
A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning (all genres)
Inference
an extreme exaggeration (Poetry)
Hyperbole
when a poet repeats the beginning consonant sound of words
Alliteration
supporting or opposing a particular person or thing (usually in an unfair way) by allowing personal opinions to influence your judgment
Bias