Poetry
A group of lines in a poem
Stanza
Conflict
The problem in the story
What text feature usually gives you the main idea or topic of the article?
The title (headings help too)
a direct comparison between two things were one thing is the other.
a metaphor
Using your knowledge of the world and text evidence to come to a conclusion
Inference
The speaker
The protagonist in a story
the main character or good guy
Which is a fact?
1.) The deepest part of the ocean is called the The Mariana Trench.
2.) The people who died on the Titan submersiable in 2022 were foolish for taking that risk.
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alliteration
How many times does Miss Lindeman recommend reading a the poems on the SOL?
At least twice!
Rhythm, Onomatopoeia, alliteration, and rhyme are all examples of what?
Sound devices
What is the point of view of the following passage?
"Tim look of Samara and held his breath. Had she picked up on his lie? Did she know he had actually stolen the shoes?
Samara looked at Tim's shoes and then up at his guilty, sweaty face. She knew he was a liar, but she couldn't believe he was also a thief.
Third Person Omniscient
What is the author's viewpoint/ perspective/ point of view and how can it be found?
The author's opinion - word choice, tone, opinions
What does this mean in literal language?
She was the sun and everything around her seemed to flourish.
She is a nice, bright person who encourages those around her
Using your knowledge of roots and context clues, what does the word conjecture mean?
Her explanation was mostly conjecture, since she didn’t have all the facts yet.
to throw together an idea, a guess
Read the poem: You're the anchor in my stormy sea,
A steady hand that steadies me.
Like roots that grip the trembling ground,
Your strength is where my peace is found.
What does the metaphor in the first line mean literally?
This person makes the speaker feel safe and secure.
How does the setting in this passage impact the plot?
"Jamie clenched her fists as she stared at the dark water of the lake lapping against the melting snow on the shore. Her plans for the day were ruined. How could she practice figure skating without ice? She knew she'd have to come up with something."
The weather creates conflict by melting the ice and making it impossible for Jamie to skate.
The location means that Jamie can sometimes skate on the lake. By taking this away, it causes conflict.
How is this passage organized? To make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, first gather your ingredients: two slices of bread, peanut butter, jelly, and a butter knife. Next, spread peanut butter on one slice of bread using the knife. Then, spread jelly on the other slice. After that, press the two slices together with the spreads facing each other. Finally, cut the sandwich in half if you like, and enjoy!
Process
What is the theme of this short passage?
Lena walked into the lunchroom, clutching her tray like a shield. It was her first week at a new school, and no one had spoken to her yet. She scanned the room and began heading toward the empty table in the corner.
"Hey, you can sit with us if you want!" a voice called out.
Lena turned. A boy with curly hair and braces was smiling and waving her over. She hesitated, then nodded slowly.
As she sat down, the table filled with chatter and laughter. For the first time that week, Lena smiled too
Be kind to others, treat others the way you want to be treated, show compassion to those in challenging situations, be a friend, etc.
When Maya walked into the classroom, her shoulders were slumped, and she didn’t say a word to anyone. She slid into her seat and stared out the window, ignoring the worksheet on her desk.
What can the reader conclude about Maya?
She's upset, she's having a bad day, etc.
Read the following poem: Time slips by on silent feet,
Stealing moments bittersweet.
It doesn’t ask, it doesn’t wait,
It paints the sky, then shuts the gate.
What is a possible theme for this poem?
Anything to do with time. "Time waits for no one."
Consider the story "The Three Little Pigs." What would be the climax of the story?
The wolf is about to huff and puff the brick house.
What is the author's viewpoint?
Many students choose to eat lunch in the cafeteria, where it’s often loud and crowded. Others prefer the quiet of the library or a bench outside. These spots may not offer as many food options, but they provide a calmer space to relax and think. For some, a peaceful break can be just as important as a full meal.
The writer thinks eating in a quiet spot is better.
What is the theme of this poem?
With burning legs and aching feet,
She would not turn, she would not cheat.
And at the top, her breath was gold—
A view worth more than she’d been told.
Perseverance can lead to success. Never give up. Hard work is worth it.
Mr. Car stood at the front of the class, tapping his pen against the desk as the clock ticked loudly behind him. Several students glanced at one another but said nothing. The class’s project presentations were due today, and the display board still leaned against the back wall, untouched. When the bell rang, Mr. Car didn’t dismiss the class right away.
The reader can infer that Mr. Car is upset because..