Figurative Language
Define - Alliteration , Hyperbole , Imagery
Alliteration-the occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words.
Hyperbole-exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
Imagery-visually descriptive or figurative language, especially in a literary work.
Define - Independent clause and Dependent Clause
Independent clause-a group of words that contains a subject and a verb, expresses a complete thought, and can stand alone as a sentence
Dependent Clause-a group of words containing a subject and a verb that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence because it does not express a complete thought.
Define- Claim and Conclusion
Claim- state or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof.
Conclusion- the end or finish of an event or process.
Define - Context clues and Details
Context clues-hints found within a sentence, paragraph, or surrounding text that help readers infer the meaning of unknown or difficult words.
Details-an individual feature, fact, or item.
Define- Mood
Mood - a temporary emotional state, feeling, or state of mind
Define- Metaphor, Personification, Simile
Metaphor-a figure of speech that directly compares two unrelated things by stating one thing is the other, rather than using "like" or "as"
Personification-a literary device and figure of speech where human qualities, emotions, or actions are attributed to inanimate objects, animals, or abstract concepts.
Simile-a figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid
Transition sentence-a sentence that links ideas, paragraphs, or sections by showing the relationship between them, ensuring smooth logical flow in writing.
writing conventions-the agreed-upon rules and standards that govern written language, designed to make text clear, consistent, and easy for a broad audience to understand
counterargument- an argument or set of reasons put forward to oppose an idea or theory developed in another argument.
primary source- an original, first-hand account or direct evidence of an event, object, person, or time period under study.
Define - Diction and Paraphrase
Diction- the specific choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing, often influencing the tone, style, and clarity of the message
Paraphrase- express the meaning of (the writer or speaker or something written or spoken) using different words, especially to achieve greater clarity.
Define - Tone and Theme
Tone-the quality of voice, sound, color, or writing that expresses a specific attitude, mood, or character.
Theme-the central, underlying idea, message, or deeper meaning in a literary work, film, or art.
Define- Onomatopoeia, Repetition , Symbol
Onomatopoeia-a figure of speech where words imitate the actual sounds associated with objects or actions
Repetition-the act of saying, doing, or producing something again and again, or the resulting copy.
Symbol-a mark or character used as a conventional representation of an object, function, or process, e.g. the letter or letters standing for a chemical element or a character in musical notation.
Define - Stanza and Hyphen
Stanza-a group of lines forming the basic recurring metrical unit in a poem; a verse.
Hyphen-a short punctuation mark used to join words or parts of words together.
Define- Credible source, Key evidence , and Premises
Credible source- a trustworthy, reliable, and unbiased source of information, typically written by experts, supported by evidence (citations), and published by reputable organizations
Key evidence- most significant, compelling, or critical information, documents, or testimony presented to support a legal claim or defense, heavily influencing a case's outcome.
Premises-a house or building, together with its land and outbuildings, occupied by a business or considered in an official context.
Define- Central idea and contrast
Central idea-the primary, most important message or key point an author wants to communicate about a topic in a text, typically in nonfiction
contrast-a noticeable difference between people or things, or the act of comparing them to highlight these differences.
Define- Authors Purpose and Point of View
Authors Purpose-the primary reason or intent behind a piece of writing—the "why" behind the text.
Point of View-a particular attitude or way of considering a matter.
Define - Irony, Allusion , Consonance
Irony- a literary device or situational outcome where the literal meaning is the opposite of the intended meaning, or where reality contradicts expectation.
Allusion-an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference.
Consonance-agreement or compatibility between opinions or actions.
Define- colon and comma
colon - a punctuation mark (:) used to precede a list of items, a quotation, or an expansion or explanation.
comma-a punctuation mark (,) indicating a pause between parts of a sentence. It is also used to separate items in a list and to mark the place of thousands in a large numeral.
Define- Refute , Fallacies, and Justify/Justification
Refute-to prove a statement, theory, or charge is false, incorrect, or invalid using evidence and argument.
Fallacies-a mistaken belief, false notion, or an error in reasoning that renders an argument unsound
Justify/Justification- to prove, explain, or warrant something as valid, right, or necessary.
Define- Summary and reveal
Summary-a brief statement or account of the main points of something.
reveal-make (previously unknown or secret information) known to others.
Define - Synonym
Synonym- a word, morpheme, or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language.
Define - Paradox, Rhyme Scheme, Foreshadow, Figurative language
Paradox-a statement, proposition, or situation that seems self-contradictory, illogical, or absurd, but upon closer investigation, it may be true or contain a deeper truth
Rhyme Scheme-the ordered pattern of rhymes at the ends of the lines of a poem or verse.
Foreshadow-be a warning or indication of (a future event).
Figurative language-the use of words in a creative, non-literal way to create vivid imagery, add emphasis, or express complex emotions
Semi-Colon- a punctuation mark (;) indicating a pause, typically between two main clauses, that is more pronounced than that indicated by a comma.
Parallel structure-the repetition of the same grammatical form in two or more parts of a sentence, such as using all nouns, verbs, or phrases together.
Syntax-the set of rules, principles, and processes that govern the structure of sentences in a given language, specifically word order and punctuation.
Define- Secondary source, Research questions and elaboration
Secondary source-a document, recording, or object that analyzes, interprets, synthesizes, or discusses primary material rather than offering a firsthand account
Research questions-a specific, actionable question that a study aims to answer, guiding all aspects of the research process, including data collection and analysis
elaboration-the process of developing or presenting a theory, policy, or system in further detail.
Define- inference and implies/implication
inference-a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.
implies/implication-to suggest or express something indirectly rather than stating it directly
Define- Connotation and Denotation
Connotation- the emotional, cultural, or implied meaning associated with a word, beyond its literal dictionary definition
Denotation- the literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.