Definitions
What is plot?
Series of events in a story
First person point of view uses what pronouns?
I, me, my, mine
Name the point of view:
You are hungry. You go to the store.
Second Person
The narrator's perspective in a text
What are the 5 steps to a plot line?
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax and Resolution
Define theme
The message or lesson the author and text teach the reader
What is characterization?
The process in which the author reveals a character’s personality.
What is the definition of direct characterization?
When the author directly TELLS the reader the character's personality or trait.
How do you cite evidence when writing?
(Last name page number)
(Story 34)
What are the three purposes of literature?
Persuade, Inform & Entertain
What does STEAL stand for in characterization?
Speech, Effects on others, Actions & Looks
9th Grade: Aisha Saeed "The Only One I Can Apologize For"
11th Grade: Nic Stone "Always"
What does C.E.R stand for?
Name 5 annotation symbols and their meaning
Underline: Key Words and Details
Double Underline: Main Idea
*: Important information
O: Unknown vocabulary
?: Confusing
!: Surprising
Notes in margins: Thoughts and comments
+/-: Agree or Disagree
What is one theme of the essay we read in class?
9th Grade:You are only accountable for what you as an individual do.
11th Grade: Don't judge a book by its cover.