Fiction :)
What is another word for the turning point in the story?
Climax - this allows the story to take a turn and for the problem to begin being solved
Name something in real life that you may read that is non-fiction
article, newspaper, magazine, biography, autobiography, textbook, etc.
What is a hyperbole?
Can you provide an example
An extreme exaggeration
What do we call the things that the actors use during a play
PROPS
Wind blowing in my face,
The mountain was freezing,
Worries invaded my head that the
rescue team was nowhere near
My options were starting to fade.
I knew I had one last chance,
The flare sat lonely in my father's rescue kit,
Remember his words,
When all else fails, launch.
Keep your back straight
Hold your shoulders still, Aim for the sky!
To send into motion
What is conflict? Can there be more than one conflict in a story?
Conflict is a problem and yes. There can be major and minor conflicts.
PURPLE
What is the meaning of this simile?
The girl was sweet as sugar because she helped an old lady cross the street.
The girl was a nice person
What do we call the list of characters at the top of the drama or script
cast of characters
What is the difference between a prediction and an inference?
A prediction is something you think it going to happen in future events. An inference is something that you think because of evidence and background knowledge
Can you name all the pot elements?
Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution aka denouement
What is the main idea of this passage:
The common person might not know the difference between a road bike and a mountain bike. After all, they both have pedals, handlebars, frames, and two wheels. However to an experienced biker, a road bike and a mountain bike are very different. A road bike has a lighter frame and narrower tires. These features allow the bike to travel much faster across smooth roads. A mountain bike has a heavier frame and wider tires with noticeably thick tread. These features are key for bikers who plan to ride on off-road trails with rocky terrain.
The main idea is for the reader to understand the difference between a mountain mike and road bike.
What figurative language is being expressed below:
Life is a journey
metaphor
How is a drama different from a regular fiction story
It has dialogue. It is arranged into scenes. Its purpose it to be performed.
What type of paired passage question do we use a chart for?
similarity
What is theme?
moral or message that applies to not only the story but to everyone
What are 3 ways an author can organize the text
Compare and Contrast, Problem and Solution, Cause and Effect, Description, Sequence or Chronological
Why figurative language does the author use:
Jim and Kelly are getting married in 2 months. Jim loves to compliment Kelly. He always says, “You are my sunshine!” Kelly is a singer and Jim always says that her voice is music to his ears. Kelly loves when Jim compliments her! She thinks Jim is a real catch!
metaphor
What is the difference between the set and and setting
The set helps us understand the setting. The set is what is on stage that we see.
What does convey mean
to show or tell us something
Know the thoughts of more than one character vs. know the thoughts of one character
What is the text structure being used here:
Most wildfires are caused by humans. People who live in or near the woods in fire-prone areas should follow certain guidelines to help prevent the spread of wildfires. First, homeowners should use non-flammable roof and deck materials on their homes. They should trim their trees regularly. There should be at least a five foot opening between neighboring trees. Further, there should be no tree limbs within ten feet of the ground. This will reduce the chance that flames will travel to the top of the trees. Finally, homeowners should keep the lawn well-watered and cut short.
Sequence or chronological order
Sometimes these two are interchangeable
What is the first thing you should do when you get a poem
label the lines and stanzas
Why does the script have stage directions on it?
They tell the actors how to act and what to do. It lets the reader of the drama know how the characters are acting and what they are doing.
what is the first thing you should do when you read a question on the STAAR test?
circle and underline key words :)