RST/LAT
The first paragraph in an LAT/RST is called an _________ _________.
Introduction paragraph
Narrative is a fancy way to say this genre of writing__________.
Stories
POV stands for this acronym________ __ _______.
Point of View
An onomatopoeia is a word that makes a ______.
Sound
What are Rahway's school colors? (not blue and white)
Red and Black
When writing a body paragraph, there should be 4 sentences. What method do we use to write a body paragraph?
RACE Method
Talking in a story is called this ________________________.
Dialogue
The narrator is a character in the story and uses words like "I" and "me". What point of view is this?
First person
This type of text structure talks about what 2 or 3 things have in common and what is different.
Compare and Contrast
What is the name of one of our principals?
Dr. Septor and Mrs. Hennessy
What is the difference between a LAT and an RST?
LATs require you to read LITERATURE (FICTION) in order to answer a question in essay format. RST requires you to read ARTICLES (NONFICTION) in order to answer a question in essay format.
These are people, animals, or creatures that take part in a story. What is the term we use to call these people in a story?
Characters
If a story shows two characters who stop being enemies and learn to work together, what theme would this show?
Answers will vary: the power of forgiveness/ teamwork makes the dream work/ two heads are better than one
Is this phrase below a simile or a metaphor?
Her smile was as bright as the sun.
Simile
What time do we have lunch?
12:15
What are the 3 R's in the conclusion paragraph? (They need to be in order)
Restate, recap, reflect
Think back to the story arc: this part of the story, usually happens in the middle, is the most exciting part of a story, where things might take a turn!
Climax
Also known as the central idea, this word means what the text is about: ______ ______
Main Idea
What text structure is this written in?
Liam's backpack was always a mess. His papers were crumpled, and he could never find his homework. To fix this, Liam bought folders and labeled them for each subject. Now, he can find everything quickly!
Problem and solution
The name of our school mascot.
Tracker
What does RST or LAT stand for?
Research Simulation Task/ Literary Analysis Task
Think back to the story arc: this part of the story happens at the end, when the character learns a lesson, a deeper meaning is revealed, or a solution is given.
Resolution
Read this short paragraph. What is the main idea?:
Honeybees are important to the environment. They help pollinate flowers, fruits, and vegetables. Without bees, many plants would not be able to grow. Farmers depend on bees to keep crops healthy and strong."
Answers will vary: Honeybees are important for our environment and all living things.
What form of figurative language is this phrase: That test was a piece of cake!
Idiom
The name of our imaginary classmate:
Bob Smith