Unit 1
What does the word Denotation mean?
A word whos meaning appears in the dictonary and has no positive or negative emotion
What does the word Mutinous mean?
Someone or something that is unruly or rebellious
What is the meaning of vestige?
The last small piece of evidence of something that existed
What does immaterial mean?
Something of no consequence or something that is unimporant
What does daunted mean?
Someone or something that has no courage or is intimidated.
What are the two layers of meaning in a text called?
What is the Theme of a story?
The idea that the author is trying to convey
What are the 3 forms of perspective
1: First person (I, We)
2: Second Person (You)
3: Third Person (He, She, It)
What is the role of word choice?
it provides clues which help readers make determinations about perspective
Why is tone important in writing?
The tone of the story can affect the reader's perception of the authors true intentions.
What kind of writing style is storytelling in its most basic form?
Narrative Writing
What is figurative language?
What writing skill involves fixing possible errors in a story?
Editing and Proofreading
How does poetry use figurative language?
It is used to give a more vivid image or give words more power in the poem
What do the Narrative elements consist of?
1. Characterization
2. Plot
3. Setting
4. Tone
What is the difference between Implicit and Explicit meaning?
Implicit is understood although not being clearly stated
Explicit is clearly stated
What are the 12 common character archetypes?
(List at least 3)
The Lover, Hero, Magician, Outlaw, Explorer, Sage. Innocent, Creator, Ruler, Caregiver, Everyman, and Jester
How can humor help reveal a plot's meaning?
Humor can show the author's true perspective
How is perspective seen through irony and sarcasm?
The use of irony and sarcasm can be used to show implied meaning, exaggeration, and underestanding.
How do you maintain perspective in a story?
Showing a clear knowledge of whats important when distracted from the main issue
What form of writing skill doesn't go by any typical writing rules?
Creative writing
What must a story include?
introduction, characters, plot, setting, climax or anti-climax, and conclusion
Where are the general formatting guidelines from?
The Modern Language Association (MLA)
What is the best way to show a perspective in writing?
Establishing the characters in the story and the use of certain words.
How should pacing be maintained?
By changing the sentence, paragraph, or chapter length depending on the scenario.