Thesis Statements
Fill in the blank:
........+.......+.......= Thesis statement
Topic, Claim, Reasons
Symbolism is when an author uses symbols like ....... and ...... to communicate a different idea other than the literal meaning.
a. Objects, colors, numbers
b. Devices
c. Characters
a. Objects, colors, numbers.
Mood is the overall atmosphere or the feeling of the .........
a. Reader
b. Author
c. Character
Reader
What does STEAL stand for?
S-speech
T-thoughts
E-effects on others
A-actions
L-looks
True or False:
Theme is the overall message of the story.
True
Identify the topic of the following thesis statement
Dogs are the best pet to own because they are loyal, affectionate, and encourage physical activity.
Dogs
What object was a symbol for a lifetime of wealth and success in the last story we read?
a. Tree bark in The Nothing
b. The Necklace in The Necklace
c. The Elevator in The Elevator
The Necklace in The Necklace
Tone is the ......... attitude
a. Author's
b. Characters'
c. Reader's
a. Author's
STEAL is used to describe ....... characterization
a. direct
b. indirect
indirect characterization
Is the theme of a story a one word topic?
a. yes
b. no
NO
Identify the claim of the following thesis statement
Dogs are the best pet to own because they are loyal, affectionate, and encourage physical activity.
Dogs are the best pet to own
Symbols can communicate which of the following?
a. The story's plot
b. The point of view
c. The theme
The theme
Martin's footsteps echoed behind him on the cement, as though there was another person climbing the stairs.
What is the tone of this sentence?
a. Paranoid
b. Excited
c. Hopeful
a. Paranoid
Martin was a thin, 12 year boy. He was nervous.
Is this an example of direct or indirect characterization?
Direct. The author is DIRECTLY telling us about Martin.
Create a 1 sentence theme statement with the following topic: Courage.
It takes courage to do the right thing.
Identify the reasons of the following thesis statement
Dogs are the best pet to own because they are loyal, affectionate, and encourage physical activity.
because they are loyal, affectionate, and encourage physical activity.
True or False: An open door might symbolize a new opportunity or a new adventure.
True
As Hurricane Helena ripped through the town, the wind's blast caused angry 15 foot waves to crash over the beach homes.
What tone is this sentence displaying?
a. Happy
b. Clam
c. Scared
Scared
As the presentation began, Sarah's hands started to sweat and she kept fidgeting with her necklace, revealing her nervousness about speaking in front of the crowd.
Is this direct or indirect characterization?
Indirect.
This doesn't explicitly state Sarah is nervous, but the description of her physical actions like sweating and fidgeting implies her anxiety without directly saying it, making it indirect characterization.
What is the overall message for the story The Necklace?
Answers may vary
Create you own thesis statement about the following topic:
School uniforms
Teacher will check response
The white rabbit's......is a symbol of time and the importance of being punctual. It represents how people in Wonderland are always in a hurry.
a. Green Light
b. Rose
c. Pocket Watch
Pocket Watch
It was a dark and stormy night.
What is the mood of this sentence.
a. Dark, ominous, suspenseful
b. Light, colorful, happy
Dark, ominous, suspenseful
He looked at her for a moment. She had large fleshy cheeks and no chin, just a huge mass of neck.
Is this direct or indirect characterization?
Indirect.
Describes how she LOOKS
Create a theme statement about your favorite movie or story we have read in class.
Answers may vary