Literature
A comparison between two unlike things using like or as.
simile
Writing where the author is giving information or facts.
informative writing
Words that replace nouns in a sentence so it is not repetitive.
pronouns
Two words that have the same meaning.
synonym
Stories that are made up and not factual or untrue.
fiction
Giving nonhuman things, human like characteristics.
personification
Writing where the author is trying to persuade the reader and get them to agree.
persuasive writing
Noun
Two words that have opposite meaning.
antonym
Stories based on true events
Non Fiction
A figure of speech that is understood but doesn't mean what is said literally.
idiom
The part of a writing where the author is closing and restating their points.
conclusion
Describes a noun
Adjective
A statement that states the writers position or opinion on the topic.
Thesis statement
To make an educated guess based on clues or evidence from text.
inference
Words that make a sound.
onomatopoeia
The part of writing where you present your ideas and your thesis.
introduction
Describes a verb
Adverb
Language that does not mean exactly what it says.
figurative language
To tell what a story is about using your own words.
summarize
The repetition of beginning sounds of words.
alliteration
Stating examples or facts explicitly mentioned in the text.
evidence
Describes an action
Verb
Words that attract or appeal to your senses.
imagery
The message or reason a story was written?
theme