vocabulary
denotation
the dictionary definition of a word that has no emotions
a flashback
What is it called when an author takes the audience back in time to provide background information?
the rhythm of a story
What is pacing?
explicit meaning
What would an author use to state something directly?
adding a plot alongside another plot
What is a parallel plot?
having or showing good judgement
What's the definition of sagacious?
the author's attitude toward a subject
What is tone?
the timeline for a story
what is a plot?
What is a simile?
exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution
What are the five main elements of a plot?
into different pieces or parts
What does asunder mean?
having unclear or uncertain meaning
What is ambiguity?
grammar, punctuation, and spelling
What are common things to check for when revising?
irony, satire, understatement, and sarcasm
What are four ways humor can be used in a text?
Times New Roman, size 12
What is the general font rule for a paper?
long, thin nose of an animal, or tubular mouth of an insect
What is a proboscis?
when authors repeat certain words or phrases to call attention to a concept
What is anaphora?
use of words that appeal to the five senses
What is imagery?
the author’s level of formality, and the tone generated from the words
What can contribute to the perspective?
The wind roared like a lion.
What is an example of personification?
false or questionable
What does spurious mean?
a side story that is less important than the main plot but is still complete on its own
What is a subplot?
last sentence in an introduction that summarizes the central idea of an essay
What is a claim?
a slow pace can create a creepy tone
What is an example of how pacing affects tone?
hook a reader with a question, fact, or interesting statement
How should you start an essay?