Vocabulary
What does the prefix "un-" mean?
It means "not".
What is the central idea of a text?
It is the main point or message the author wants to convey -- what the text is MOSTLY about.
What is text structure?
It refers to how information is organized in a piece of writing.
What is an author's purpose?
It's the reason an author writes a text, such as to inform, entertain, or persuade.
What is a character in a story?
A person, animal, or figure represented in a literary work.
What is the root word in "telegraph"?
50 Point Bonus: what does the root word mean?
The root word is "graph," which means "to write."
How can you identify the theme of a story?
By looking for the underlying message or moral in the text.
Name one type of text structure.
50 Point Bonus: name two types of text structure
Cause and effect
Chronological
Compare and contrast
Problem and Solution
What is one technique an author might use to engage readers?
50 Point Bonus: name at least two techniques and author might use to engage readers.
Using descriptive language or strong imagery to engage in the reader's imagination.
Evoking Emotion
Strong Introduction
What is the setting of a story?
The time and place where the story occurs.
What does the suffix "-able" indicate about a word?
It means "capable of" or "worthy of".
Why is identifying the central idea important?
It helps readers understand the main focus of the text.
How does a chronological text structure arrange information?
It arranges information in the order it happens, from beginning to end.
Why might an author choose to write in first-person point of view?
To give readers a personal insight into the character's thoughts and feelings.
What is a plot in a story?
50 Point Bonus: what is another definition for plot (not the story kind)
The sequence of events that make up a story.
Bonus: a plan devised by a group of people
What is the meaning of the prefix "bio-"?
It means "life".
Give an example of a common theme in literature.
Friendship, love, or overcoming adversity.
What is a cause and effect structure?
It shows how one event (cause) leads to another event (effect).
How can an author's choice of words affect the reader's experience?
It can create mood, tone, and imagery that enhances understanding.
Define "conflict" in literature
A struggle between opposing forces, which drives the story.
What does the Latin root "dict" mean?
It means "to say" or "to tell".
What is the difference between a central idea and a theme?
Central idea is specific to the text, while theme is a broader message.
How can understanding text structure help a reader?
It helps them to better comprehend and analyze the information.
What is the effect of using dialogue in a story?
It brings characters to life and shows their interactions.
What is a theme in literature?
The underlying message or main idea that the author conveys through the story.