TEKS 8.7A
What is a setting ?
Where the event takes place
What is a context clue?
Context clues are words or phrases around an unfamiliar word that help explain its meaning
How does irony work in a story?
Irony is when something happens opposite to what you expect, creating surprise or humor
What is the difference between non-fiction and fiction?
Fictional stories are fake and non-fiction stories are real (based on real events/people)
Who is the protagonist in a story?
the main character who drives the plot forward
What is the theme of a story?
The theme is the moral lesson or message of the story.
How do synonyms help you understand a word?
Synonyms are words that mean the same thing, so if you find one, it can help you figure out the meaning of the unknown word.
What’s the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
A simile compares two things using “like” or “as” while a metaphor says something is something else
How can you figure out an author’s point of view?
You can figure out the point of view by looking at the pronouns used
What is conflict in a story?
Conflict is the struggle or problem that the main character faces in the story.
What’s the difference between mood and tone?
Mood is how the reader feels while reading, and tone is how the author feels or their attitude toward the subject.
What is figurative language?
Figurative language means using words in a way that’s not literal (like metaphors or similes).
What is personification?
Personification is giving human qualities to non-human things
What are character traits?
Character traits show a characters' inside and outside (what they do and what they say)
What is dramatic irony ?
When the audience knows more than the character
How does the author’s point of view affect the story?
The author’s point of view (first-person, third-person) changes how we see and understand the characters and events.
How can you figure out the meaning of an unknown word?
You can look at the surrounding words, check for definitions in the text, or break the word into smaller parts
What is the difference between allusion and analogy?
An allusion is a brief, indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or event, while an analogy is a comparison between two things to explain or clarify one by showing how they are similar
How many paragraphs should there be in an extended constructed response?
4-5 paragraphs
What writing strategy should you use to respond to a short-constructed response prompt?
R.A.C.E.
What is the difference between main idea and central idea?
"Main idea" generally referring to the overall message of a text, while "central idea" is more specific and can be used in informational texts to include the author's intent.
What is the acronym for author's purpose?
P.I.E. - to persuade, inform and/or entertain
What is symbolism in literature?
Symbolism is when an object or person represents something bigger than just its literal meaning
In writing an argumentative essay, what are the key points you should use to organize your ideas?
Claim, Reason, Evidence, Elaboration
Name the writing strategy, introduction paragraph strategy, argumentative outline strategy, multiple choice strategy
RACE, HIT, CREEOC, Process of Elimination