Literary Elements
What is the sequence of events in a story called?
Plot
What type of comparison uses the words "like" or "as"?
Simile
What type of genre tells a story that is made up and not based on real events?
Fiction
What is the author's purpose when they write to give information on a topic?
Example: A book explaining describing the history and culture of ancient Egypt
To inform
What is the point or most important idea of the story?
Main idea
What do you call the problem or struggle in a story?
Conflict
What type of comparison says one thing is another, WITHOUT using "like" or "as"?
Metaphor
What genre focuses on a person telling a story about a specific point in their life?
Memoir
What is the author's purpose when they write to convince the reader to do something or believe in something?
Example: An article convincing readers to recycle more...
To persuade
In a story where a boy learns to forgive his best friend, what theme might the author be developing?
“Forgiveness strengthens relationships.”
What is the difference between a denotation and a connotation?
Denotation = dictionary definition; Connotation = emotional or cultural feeling connected to the word.
How does figurative language add meaning to a poem or story?
Figurative language creates imagery, emotion, and deeper meaning.
What genre has magical elements and imaginary creatures, like dragons or wizards?
Fantasy
What is the author's purpose when they write to amuse the reader?
Example: A funny story about a talking dog
To entertain
What are details that back up the main idea or theme?
Supporting details
What do you call the main character in a story, and what do you call the character or force against them?
Protagonist and Antagonist
What type of figurative language is used when multiple words in a sentence start with the same sound?
Alliteration
What genre tells the life story of a real person, but written by someone else?
Biography
An author writes an article comparing paper books to e-books. What text structure might be used and why?
Inform or persuade (depends on what they say and how they say it)
What is the message or lesson called that the author is trying to communicate?
Theme
What is the most exciting or important part of a story?
Climax
What type of figurative language gives human qualities to non-human things?
Personification
What genre focuses on solving a crime or uncovering a secret?
Mystery
What is the author's purpose when they write to express their thoughts, feelings, or experiences?
To reflect
What is it called when one event leads to another?
Cause and effect