Author's Craft
What is the main purpose of an author's craft in writing?
to amuse the reader, to persuade the reader, to inform the reader, or to satirize a condition which relates a story or to recount events, and how the author uses narrative writing.
What is the difference between persuasive and argumentative texts?
An argumentative essay is based on logic and reasons while a persuasive essay is based on emotions and personal opinions.
How do characters in a story influence the plot?
The characters' reactions then cause the next plot point or event.
What does it mean to make an inference when reading a text?
Making a guess about what you don't know based on the information available—basically, you're reading between the lines.
Differentiate between commonly confused words "your" and "you're."
Your is a possessive adjective. You're is a contraction of two words, “you” and “are.”
Give an example of how an author's craft can enhance a story.
Literary elements such as allusion, hyperbole, simile, or rhetorical devices
How can the use of evidence strengthen an argumentative text?
It helps force audiences to accept claims
Describe how the protagonist and antagonist interact in a story.
The protagonist representing the hero or central figure of the story and the antagonist acting as the main adversary.
How can context clues help you infer the meaning of unfamiliar words?
When attempting to decipher the meaning of a new word, it is often useful to look at what comes before and after that word. The surrounding words can give readers helpful context clues. about the meaning and structure of the new word, as well as how it is used.
Explain the difference between "affect" and "effect."
Affect is usually used as a verb meaning “to influence or produce a change in something.” Effect is generally used as a noun, and refers to the result of a change, but it's sometimes used as a verb meaning “to bring about a specific change.”
How does an author effectively use descriptive language in their craft?
Adjectives, and literary devices such as analogy, simile, and metaphor
Provide an example of a thesis statement in an argumentative text.
Answers may vary. Write it on the whiteboard. You will have 1 minute.
Why is it important to analyze the relationships between characters in a story?
It helps readers to connect with characters, understand the plot, and predict what will happen later in the story.
Explain how foreshadowing can lead readers to make inferences about a story.
The author proves hints or clues to the reader, which allowing predictions to be made about what will happen later in the story. -to make a story more believable, which prepares the reader for what is to come.
Provide an example of how to correctly use "its" and "it's" in a sentence.
Provide an example of how to correctly use "its" and "it's" in a sentence. It's (with an apostrophe) is a contraction (shortened form) of it is or it has.
Explain the significance of foreshadowing in an author's craft.
Creating suspense, a feeling of unease, a sense of curiosity, or a mark that things may not be as they seem.
How does the structure of an argumentative text differ from other types of writing?
An argumentative essay begins with an introductory paragraph, or introduction, which gives the thesis statement.
How can a character's motivations impact the storyline?
Initiates an action in the story.- Their personal goals and desires - which shape their motivation - encourage them to take action and animate the narrative of the text.
Provide an example of making an inference about a character's intentions in a text.
The author proves hints or clues to the reader, which allowing predictions to be made about what will happen later in the story.
How can the misuse of commonly confused words affect the clarity of a written piece?
Helps reduce confusion and improve clarity.
How does an author develop the theme of a story through their craft?
Character development, setting, mood, plot, point of view, figurative language, allegory, symbolism, and irony.
Why is it important to address counterarguments in an argumentative text?
It shows the reader that you are capable of understanding and respecting multiple sides of an argument
Give an example of how a character's growth throughout a story can influence the overall message. (Write it down on the whiteboard using an example from a story we read.) 1 minute to complete your response.
Answers may vary.For example, an author may develop a character to demonstrate the theme like it's important to overcome one's fears.
Why is it important for readers to infer beyond the literal meaning of the text?
To understand the significance of what they're reading and dig deeper than the surface-level literal meanings
Why is it important for students to practice identifying and using commonly confused words in their writing?
Not only does selecting the correct word improve your vocabulary and your writing, but it also makes a good impression on your readers. It also helps reduce confusion and improve clarity.