Foreshadowing: when the author gives hints about what will occur later in a text
Flashback: when the author discusses past events in order to give background to the current events in a narrative
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What is the purpose of the introduction in a five-paragraph essay?
To introduce the reader to the topic you will be discussing throughout the essay
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What is theme?
The message/reoccurring idea in a text
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The attention getter, background information, and thesis statement are all part of what part of an essay?
The introduction
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What is figurative language?
Figurative language is a statement in which words do not mean exactly what they say, but instead forces the reader to make an imaginative leap in order to comprehend an author's point.
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Define direct and indirect characterization.
Direct Characterization: refers to the times in a story when the reader is told something about the character directly
Indirect Characterization: when a reader must make an inference about a person’s character based on what they say or do (it is not explicitly stated)
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What is the purpose of the attention getter in an essay? What are the different types of attention getters we discussed in this class?
The purpose of the attention getter is to capture the reader’s attention. General Statement, Question, and Quotation!
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What is a dynamic character? A static character?
Dynamic Characters: characters that are capable of change by the end of the story
Static Characters: Characters that are not capable of change
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What is the purpose of the thesis statement?
The purpose of a thesis statement is to directly answer the prompt and provide three reasons.
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Define dialogue and narration.
Dialogue is the conversation between characters. Narration is the telling of the story.
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What is fiction?
Fiction is a term used to describe literary works invented from imagination.
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What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in an essay?
To provide detailed evidence and support for the thesis statement
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Define protagonist and antagonist.
Protagonist: the main character
Antagonist: the person whom the main character struggles against
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In order to be effective, a thesis statement must fulfill four criteria. A thesis statement should be __________.
Clear, relevant, arguable, and specific
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When I see "cite evidence" in a question, I ...
Use quotes from the text. IN COMPLETE SENTENCES :)
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What is symbolism? Provide an example.
The practice of representing ideas with symbols; giving meanings to objects, events, or relationships
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What is the purpose of the conclusion in an essay?
To wrap up what you have discussed throughout the essay and provide closure to your argument.
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What is imagery?
Imagery is the use of vivid descriptions to create pictures or images in the reader’s mind (appeals to the five senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch)
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What is the purpose of a literary response essay?
To respond to literature and prove that you understand the themes and messages of the work as a whole
400
What's a secondary source?
A secondary source is a document or recording that relates or discusses information that was originally presented elsewhere.
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What is internal conflict? External conflict?
Internal conflict: involves opposing forces in a person’s mind (may include deciding between right and wrong, multiple solutions to a problem, and mixed emotions)
External conflict: the struggle between a character/person and an outside force
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What is the power paragraph recipe?
P1, P2, P3, P2, P3, P2, P3, P4
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What is a primary source?
A document or physical object, which was written or created during the time under study
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Who is Helen Keller?
Helen Keller was a woman who was deaf and blind and, despite her disabilities, was able to learn to communicate and later became an author.
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Use imagery to create a rap that appeals to all five senses.