Poetric
Compare these lines:
A. “The sun is hot.”
B. “The blazing sun scorched my skin like fire.”
Which is more effective and why?
B. Simile + imagery to create a stronger experience.
“‘Don’t open that door,’ Marcus whispered, stepping back.”
What technique is used AND what emotion should we feel?
Dialogue; builds suspense and shows fear.
“According to scientists, the average teen needs 8–10 hours of sleep.”
What technique is used AND why is it effective?
Expert opinion; builds credibility.
Why is reasoning necessary after evidence in an argument?
Explain.
Connects evidence to claim; shows why it matters.
“The angry ocean swallowed the boat whole.”
What technique is used, and what tone does it create?
Personification; creates a dangerous or threatening tone.
“The lights flickered. Somewhere, a door creaked open.”
What technique is being used to build tension? Explain.
Suspense; creates uncertainty and anticipation
“Students who study 30 minutes daily score 20% higher on tests.”
What technique is used AND how does it support the idea?
Statistic; provides measurable evidence.
“School uniforms should be required because they reduce bullying.”
Identify the claim AND the reason.
Claim = uniforms should be required; reason = reduce bullying.
“Cold, cruel, crashing waves covered the coast.”
Identify the technique and explain its effect on the reader.
Alliteration; emphasizes intensity
“At the start, Jenna was shy. By the end, she led the group confidently.”
What narrative element is being developed?
Characterization
Text describes how a bill becomes a law step-by-step.
What organizational structure is used AND why?
Chronological; to clearly explain the process
“Some say uniforms limit expression, but they actually create equality.”
What technique is used AND what is its purpose?
Counterclaim + rebuttal; addresses opposing views.
“She carries the weight of the world on her shoulders.”
Is this literal or figurative? What does it mean?
Metaphor; means stress/responsibility.
“The storm had been predicted all day. By nightfall, it hit.”
What earlier technique is hinted at here?
Foreshadowing
Why would an author combine facts AND examples in a text?
Explain the benefit.
To strengthen clarity and understanding.
“Studies show students in uniforms have fewer discipline issues.”
What type of support is used AND why is it strong?
Evidence (statistic/research); increases credibility.
“The stars danced across the sky like tiny lanterns.”
Which TWO techniques are used, and how do they work together?
Simile + imagery
Why might an author include a flashback right before the climax?
To provide background, deepen meaning, or explain motivation.
A cell is like a factory, with each part performing a job.”
What technique is used AND what does it help the reader do?
Analogy; helps understanding.
“Imagine feeling judged every day based on your clothes.”
What appeal is used AND what effect does it have?
Pathos; connects emotionally.