PACE
What does the "P" stand for in PACE?
Point or author's point
What does tone mean?
Author's attitude or character's attitude
What is author's purpose?
It's why the author wrote the text or writing (the purpose)
What is imagery?
Words that you can easily imagine
What is a simile?
What does the "A" stand for in PACE?
Author's uses...
What does mood mean?
The vibe or emotional state of the story
What is setting?
Time and place of a story
What is characterization?
Personality traits
How is a metaphor different from a simile?
Metaphors don't use like or as when comparing
What does the "C" stand for in PACE?
Cite
What does theme mean?
The message or life lesson
What is conflict?
Story problem
What is point-of-view?
The perspective of who is telling the story?
Is the following a metaphor?
The school is a prison.
Yes (Metaphor)
What does the "E" stand for in PACE?
Explain
What does Central Idea mean?
The point of the writing
What is internal conflict?
Problems in the mind
What POV is more emotional?
first person
Negative, poor quality, bad
What does x3 in PACE mean? What do you triple up in PACE?
Cite Explain 3x
To find the central idea, what do you ask yourself?
The "why"-Why was it written?
What is external conflict?
Problems on the outside (person vs. person, person vs. society)
How is diction different from connotation?
Diction is the word choice
Connotations are the word associations
What is the connotations of the word "gang"?
Both positive and negative
What is the central idea or point of the following:
Positive thinking is a mindset that can improve overall well-being and resilience. By focusing on the good in any situation, individuals can reduce stress, increase happiness, and develop healthier relationships. Cultivating an optimistic outlook encourages people to tackle challenges with confidence and determination.
CI: Positive thinking is good for a person.
What is the central idea of the following?
Regular physical activity is crucial for maintaining good health. Exercise helps improve cardiovascular health, build strength, and boost mental well-being. Whether through walking, running, or participating in sports, staying active can reduce the risk of chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
CI: Exercise is healthy for you.
What is the central idea?
Technology has revolutionized the way we communicate. With advancements like social media, instant messaging, and video calls, people can now stay connected across vast distances. While these innovations make communication easier and faster, they also raise concerns about privacy, face-to-face interactions, and information overload.
CI: Technology helps us communicate.
What is the central idea?
Education is the foundation of personal and societal growth. It empowers individuals with knowledge and skills, enabling them to make informed decisions and contribute meaningfully to society. A strong education system not only benefits the individual but also enhances economic development and social stability.
Education leads to all types of growth.
What is the central idea?
Managing time effectively allows individuals to prioritize tasks, reduce stress, and achieve their goals more efficiently.
Time management is important.
"The golden sun dipped behind the purple-streaked mountains." What is the imagery?
golden sun, purple-streaked mountains
"The sharp tang of vinegar stung her nose." What is the imagery?
sharp tang, vinegar, nose
"The lemonade was tart, with just a hint of sweetness." What is the imagery?
lemonade, tart, sweetness
"Her heart fluttered with excitement and nerves." What is the imagery?
heart
"His muscles ached after the long climb." What is the imagery?
muscles, long climb