Literary Elements
What is the term for the main character in a story?
protagonist
What is the term for the way an author organizes information in a text?
What is text structure?
What is a theme?
What is the underlying message or main idea of a literary work?
What does 'context' refer to in a text?
the circumstances surrounding the text, including the time, place, and situation?
Define 'metaphor' with an example.
a comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as"?
Name one type of text structure that shows cause and effect.
Cause and effect
How can you find the central idea of a text?
by summarizing the main points or arguments the author presents?
Why is understanding the author's background important?
it helps readers understand the perspective and influences behind the writing?
What is the purpose of foreshadowing in a narrative?
to hint at events that will happen later in the story?
Describe 'sequence' as a text structure.
the order in which events or steps occur?
Explain the difference between a theme and a topic.
a theme is a complete thought about a topic?
How can the setting of a story affect its context?
the time and place can shape the events and characters' experiences?
Identify the conflict type: A character struggling against nature.
What is man vs. nature?
How does a problem and solution text structure work?
it presents a problem and offers one or more solutions?
What is an example of a universal theme?
What is love, friendship, or the struggle for power?
What role does historical context play in understanding a text?
it provides insight into the social, political, or cultural influences of the time?
How can authors use symbolism in their writing?
What is by using an object, character, or event to represent a deeper meaning or concept?
Give an example of a text that might use chronological order.
a biography or a historical account?
How can context influence the interpretation of a theme?
What is different cultural or historical backgrounds can affect how a theme is understood?
Why might an author choose a specific point of view?
to shape the reader's understanding and emotional response to the story?