Used to compare two unlike things; one uses the words "like" or "as" while the other does not
What are simile and metaphor?
100
This is when hints or clues are given as to what may happen in a story.
What is foreshadowing?
100
The part of the plot which includes an inciting incident, or something that begins the building of suspense and intrigue. Most of the story takes place here.
What is the rising action?
100
A conversation between two or more characters.
What is dialogue?
100
This is what you will be asked to do when you write a short response.
What is cite text evidence?
200
This is used to exaggerate for effect in writing
What is hyperbole?
200
A device used by authors that uses a memory, dream, or event from the past to show something about a character.
What is flashback?
200
The part of the plot that includes setting and characters.
What is the exposition?
200
One of perhaps several lessons to be learned or ideas dealt with, within one piece of writing.
What is theme?
200
This phrase refers to what you do while taking the test, especially in reference to efficiency.
What is time management?
300
This is where an author uses objects or people to represent ideas.
What is symbolism?
300
This structure for writing might be a good choice if wanting to highlight dialogue between characters.
What is a play or drama?
300
It is what drives the plot forward toward a resolution. No story can be without one.
What is the conflict?
300
The former is the feeling invoked by a piece of writing, while the latter is the attitude of the author.
What are mood and tone?
300
These you must have with you on the day of the test, specifically for one section of the text.
What are earphones?
400
This type of figurative language appeals to the senses.
What is imagery?
400
This structure relies heavily on word choice and is not written in paragraph form, but rather stanzas.
What is poetry?
400
This occurs after the falling action. It is sometimes referred to as the denouement, and is usually where a lesson is learned or a conflict is concluded.
What is the resolution?
400
This type allows the reader to know what is going on, even while the characters do not.
What is dramatic irony?
400
This is highly recommended in order to make sure that you make the most of your time on the test.
What is checking answers?
500
This is an expression carrying two meanings: one literal and one figurative.
What is an idiom?
500
This is a rule of writing where one part of the sentence matches the other part of the sentence. It is used in order to be consistent.
What is parallelism?
500
This is what the story builds toward, sometimes referred to as the "turning point".
What is the climax?
500
When an author references a famous event, person, piece of literature, or object in order to further the plot.
What is allusion?
500
Words that are found in test questions that are an important part of understanding the question are sometimes referred to as this.