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I can learn about connections here
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The events that happen in a story
Plot
Sometimes there are many, but you should focus in on the main ones
Characters
Inferences
When I have to figure out what based on what I read in the text.
Accuracy
When you read without mistakes
I can refer to structural elements to explain major differences among poems, drama and prose
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A comparison of two things using "like" or "as"
Simile
This is where the story takes place, and is not limited to the location but also time and era.
Setting
First Person
When a story is told from the narrator's perspective using words like "I' or "me"
Expession
When you use your voice to read a story, giving it life.
If I need transition words in my writing I can go here for ideas
Events that lead to conflict
Rising Action
What is the message or lesson the author is wanted you to take away from the story
Theme
Affixes
Added to the beginning or ending of words and may change the meaning of the word.
Comprehension
When you can understand what you read and answer questions about it.
If I need a strong way to answer a question I can go here
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Poetry lines are grouped in these.
Stanza
All the events that happen in the story including the rising action, climax and resolution
Personification
Giving human qualities to non human things.
Smoothly
How you should read so you don't sound like a robot or if it sounds chunky.
If I need help making using specific details from the story to describe events in depth I can go here.
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Cast of characters, script and stage direction
Elements of Drama
I often have to be inferred.
Theme
Overcoming Adversity
A common theme topic in stories.
Speaking
How you should read out loud....like you are speaking to a friend.