Acronyms
This acronym is used for a Prose Constructed Response/Literary Analysis question.
R.A.C.E.S.
The type of context clue that gives a word with a similar meaning
Synonyms
The life lesson or moral of the text
Theme
The author states a conflict and how it is resolved
Problem and Solution
Camila was as sweet as honey when she met a new friend. What element of figurative language is used here?
Simile
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics
The type of context clue that gives a word with an opposite meaning
Antonyms
To identify the similarities and differences between 2 topics
Compare and Contrast
The author discusses the similarities and differences between 2 topics
Compare & Contrast
He is my shining star. What element of figurative language is used here?
Metaphor
E.L.A. stands for this
English Language Arts
The type of context clue where you use the text and what you know to make a conclusion
Inferences
The sequence of connected events that make up a narrative/story
Plot
The author gives various details and information on a topic
Description
WHOOSH! What element of figurative language is used here?
Onomatopoeia
The acronym for the 5 types of context clues
IDEAS
Inference, Definition, Example, Antonym, Synonym
The type of context clue where the exact meaning of the word is given
Definition
The most important idea in a non fiction text
Main Idea
The author organizes the text with the events in order from first to last
Sequence/Chronological
Theseus heard the ocean waves roar throughout the storm. What element of figurative language is used here?
Personification
The acronym for the main idea sentence when writing a summary.
IVTB
Identify text, Verb, Topic, Big Idea
Riccardo is so arrogant. He thinks he is more important than everyone else. What type of context clue is used here?
Example
To find the main idea you must
The author states the why an event occurred
Cause & Effect
Maria made macaroni on Monday morning. What element of figurative language is used here?
Alliteration