Vocab
What is the lesson, message, or insight about life that the author wants readers to learn.
Theme
A comparison using like or as.
Simile
What is the term used to describe the sequence of events in a story.
Plot
Events are presented in time order (first, then, last.
Chronological Order (Sequential Order)
" Because I was tired." is an example of a ______ ________
Sentence Fragment / Incomplete Sentence
What is the author's attitude toward a subject or audience.
Tone
A direct comparison without like or as.
Metaphor
what term is used to describe the most important or intense moment.
Climax
Shows why something happened and the result.
Cause and Effect
What does the acronym F.A.N.B.O.Y.S stand for?
FANBOYS = For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So
What is the feeling a reader experiences while reading a text.
Mood
Giving human qualities to nonhuman things.
Personification
what term is used to describe the moment when the conflict is resolved
Resolution
Presents an issue and explains a solution.
Problem and Solution
Transition word(s) to show contrast
- However
- On the other hand
What is the term used to describe how a character changes, grows, or learns throughout a text.
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
Hyperbole
Extreme Exaggeration
what term is used to describe when problems and conflicts develop
Rising Action
Shows similarities and differences.
Compare & Contrast
When do you add a comma?
In a list, before fanboys, or after introductory words/phrases
What is the method an author uses to develop a character?
CHARACTERIZATION
Which figurative language applies to the following phrase: "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse."
Hyperbole
What term is used to describe the events after the climax
Falling Action
Provides details about a topic.
Description
Apostrophes are used to show P_____ and C______
Possession and Contractions (missing letters)