Literary Devices
A comparison using “like” or “as”
What is a simile?
If a character is described as “reluctant,” they are…
What is unwilling or hesitant?
Choose the correct verb:
Neither of the boys ___ going.
What is is?
The main idea of a text is…
What is the central point or message?
The sentence that states the main argument of an essay
What is a thesis statement?
The contrast between expectation and reality
What is irony?
Using context clues, define “meticulous” in:
“She was meticulous, checking every detail twice.”
What is very careful or precise?
A sentence with a subject and verb that expresses a complete thought
What is an independent clause?
Evidence that supports a claim
What is supporting detail?
The part of an essay that explains evidence
What is analysis?
The narrator knows all characters’ thoughts and feelings
What is omniscient point of view?
The word “resolve” most nearly means in:
“He showed resolve despite the challenge.”
What is determination?
Fix the error:
“She don’t like apples.”
What is “She doesn’t like apples”?
The author’s reason for writing
What is author’s purpose?
Words like “however,” “therefore,” and “in addition”
What are transitions?
A recurring idea or message in a text
What is theme?
What type of context clue gives a direct definition?
What is a definition clue?
Words or phrases that modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs
What are adverbs?
A claim supported by reasons and evidence
What is an argument?
The credibility of a source
What is reliability?
When an object represents a deeper meaning (like a dove for peace)
What is symbolism?
The tone of a passage described as “somber” is…
What is serious or sad?
Identify the error:
“The team are winning.”
What is subject-verb agreement (should be team is)?
When an author presents and responds to opposing viewpoints
What is a counterargument?
Logical appeal using facts and evidence
What is logos?