Central Idea
What is central idea?
What the text is mostly about.
What is figurative language?
Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.
What is the plot of a story?
The plot is the sequence of events in a story.
What is an author's purpose?
An author's purpose is the reason why an author writes a text.
What is point of view in a story?
Point of view is the perspective from which a story is told.
How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?
You can find the main idea by looking for the topic sentence or key details.
Why do authors use figurative language?
To make the story more interesting and for readers to be able to imagine what they are reading.
List the main events in the plot of a story.
The main events usually include the introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
Name one reason an author might write a story.
Authors might write to inform, entertain, persuade, or express feelings.
Name the different types of point of view.
Types include first person, and third person.
Why is it important to know the main idea?
Knowing the main idea helps you understand what the story is about
Give an example of a simile.
Response will vary
What are the key elements of a plot?
Key elements of a plot include the characters, setting, conflict, and resolution.
How can you tell an author's purpose by reading?
You can tell by looking at the content and style of writing
How does point of view change the way we understand a story?
Point of view can change the reader's understanding of events and characters.
Identify the main idea in this sentence: "The cat climbed the tree to escape the dog."
The main idea is that the cat is trying to escape the dog.
Give and example of a metaphor
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How does the plot affect the characters in the story?
The plot drives the characters’ actions and decisions.
What is the author's purpose in a persuasive text?
In a persuasive text, the author's purpose is to convince the reader.
Identify the point of view in this sentence: "I love to read at night."
The point of view is first person.
How does the main idea help you understand the story better?
The main idea helps you focus on the main points and themes in a story
What is personification?
Giving human qualities or characteristics to non human things.
Describe the plot twist in a story you’ve read
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What is the authors purpose in Thunder Rose?
To entertain and teach about determination.
Give an example of how a story would change if told from a different point of view.
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