Fiction
Fiction is...
FAKE! - learning through imagination.
Nonfiction is
When reading argumentative texts, the most important thing I need to find is...
The author's claim.
READING!
What does context clues mean?
Using surrounding information to figure out meaning.
What four things should I make sure I can identify in a fictional text?
Main character, conflict, setting, POV
Explain main idea in your own words.
What the text is mostly about. The information the author is trying to give you.
What is it called when the author acknowledges the other side?
CounterClaim
What does ARMS stand for?
Add, Remove, Move, Substitute
Why do authors use figurative language?
To create vivid images and deeper meaning
What type of conflict is shown when a character struggles with their own thoughts or feelings?
Internal Conflict
Give me one of the text structures and explain it.
problem/solution
cause/effect
compare/contrast
sequence
chronological
What do we call the explanation that connects evidence back to the claim?
Commentary
What does CUPS stand for?
Capitalization Usage, Punctuation, Spelling
What's the difference between revising and editing?
Revising requires big changes to a text, whereas revising is making small changes.
What part of the plot diagram does the conflict begin to get worse? What is it called?
Rising Action
What does an author use to support their main idea?
Why is acknowledging a counterclaim important?
It shows the author understands the opposing view
Why does revision require reading?
Revising requires reading, because you need to know what the context is to know what change needs to get made.
What does RACE stand for?
Restate & Answer
Cite Evidence
Explain
How does the setting influence a story? Who or what does it affect?
It affects the characters, mood, and events of the story
How does an author use evidence to support and clarify a complex idea? What does the author use as evidence?
By including facts, examples, and explanations that make the idea easier to understand
What makes an argument strong and convincing?
👉 Clear claim, strong evidence, and logical reasoning, commentary
What is the rule of FANBOYS or the rule of AWUBIS
FANBOYS = Complete sentence , comma FANBOYS complete sentence.
AWUBIS = AWUBIS incomplete sentences , comma Complete sentence
or
Complete sentence AWUBIS incomplete sentence.
What is the way to organize an essay? Grab a sheet of paper, write it out, and highlight.
Hook
Thesis
Topic
Evidence
Explain
Topic
Evidence
Explain
Thesis restated
Thoughtful ending