Author's POV
This type of point of view presents facts without opinions or personal feelings.
Objective
“Her smile was as bright as the sun” is an example of this.
simile
This type of text is based on real facts, people, and events.
nonfiction
What is the rhyme scheme? (HINT: identify it with letters)
The sun is shining bright (A)
The day feels warm and new (B)
The sky is full of light (A)
A perfect shade of blue (B)
ABAB
Weather, landscape, and location are part of this type of setting.
physical setting
What is the meaning of the latin prefix "in-"?
not
This type of point of view includes feelings, opinions, or judgements about a topic.
Subjective point of view
The two things being compared in “He ran like the wind.”
he and the wind
This type of text is made up or imagined by the author.
fiction
This literary device involves repeating words, phrases, or lines.
repetition
Traditions, beliefs, and customs are part of this type of setting.
cultural setting
Based on the latin prefix "in-" the word "incomplete" most likely means...
not complete or not finished
Words like best, worst, amazing, and terrible are clues that a text is this type of POV.
subjective point of view
“The wind whispered through the trees” is an example of this.
personification
This type of writing tells about real events from the past using facts.
historical nonfiction
Authors use repetition mainly for this purpose.
to emphasize an idea
A peaceful setting might cause characters to feel this.
calm or relaxed
Between slim and skinny, this word has a more positive connotation.
slim
A news article that reports only facts, statistics, and verified information is usually written in this POV.
objective point of view
This term refers to the arrangement of words and sentences in writing. (Ex: short, choppy sentences)
syntax
A textbook chapter about the American Revolution is this type of text.
historical nonfiction
Is this repetition or rhyme scheme?
“I have a dream… I have a dream…”
repetition
Physical setting helps reveal theme by showing this
challenges characters must overcome
Between childish and childlike, this word has a more negative connotation.
childish
The sentence “The movie was the most exciting film ever made” is an example of this type of POV.
subjective point of view
This term means the author’s choice of words.
diction
This type of text may include real events but adds dialogue and thoughts.
historical fiction
The stars shine in the sky (A)
They twinkle from afar (B)
I watch them way up high (A)
Each glowing like a star (B)
ABAB
A character living in a dangerous environment may feel this.
fear or caution
Which sentence contains informal grammar?
1. He and I went to the store.
2. I am going to grab food.
3. But despite the weather, we went to the concert.
3. But despite the weather, we went to the concert.
Begins the sentences with an introductory conjunction (the word "But")
What is the point of view of this sentence?
Three out of four students preferred the new lunch menu.
Objective
Why might an author choose to use figurative language?
To create more vivid imagery and more descriptive comparisons
A novel showing what a soldier felt during a battle is likely this type.
historical fiction
If a poet repeats a line, it usually means this.
the idea is important
Changing the setting can change this part of the story.
the story's outcome or the plot
In the sentence “She advocates for clean water,” the word "advocates" means this.
supports or argues for