Plot & Structure
What do we call the series of events in a story?
Plot
What is theme?
The message or lesson about life.
What is characterization?
How an author reveals a character’s traits
What is imagery?
Language that appeals to the senses
What makes a claim arguable?
Reasonable people can disagree
What is the turning point of a story called?
Climax
How is theme different from main idea?
Theme is a lesson; main idea is what the text is mostly about
What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?
Direct tells traits; indirect shows them through actions and dialogue
How does figurative language deepen meaning in poetry?
It creates vivid images and emotional impact
What is the difference between evidence and reasoning?
Evidence supports; reasoning explains how it supports
How does rising action contribute to a story’s climax?
It builds tension and develops conflict leading to the climax
How do repeated symbols or events help develop theme?
They emphasize the message across the text
Why does point of view matter?
It affects what the reader knows and understands
Identify the device: “Hope is the thing with feathers
Metaphor
Why is a counterargument important in an argumentative essay?
It strengthens credibility
What is the difference between internal and external conflict?
Internal is within a character; external involves outside forces
How is theme revealed indirectly in most texts?
Through character actions, conflicts, and outcomes
How can a limited point of view affect the reader’s understanding of events?
How can a limited point of view affect the reader’s understanding of events?
How does rhyme scheme affect a poem’s tone or mood?
It creates rhythm and emotional flow
What makes a rebuttal effective?
It logically explains why the opposing view is flawed
Why might an author choose to begin a story in the middle of action?
To immediately engage the reader and create suspense
What theme fits a story about perseverance through hardship?
Hard work leads to success (or perseverance pays off)
Why might an author use an unreliable narrator?
To challenge the reader and create suspense or irony
Why might a poet choose free verse instead of a fixed form?
To allow freedom of expression and emphasis on meaning
How does acknowledging opposing viewpoints improve an argument?
It shows fairness and strengthens persuasion