Figurative Language
What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?
A metaphor does not use "like" or "as" to compare things but a simile does
The personality and the way a character looks in a text is called......
Characterization
The way the story makes the reader feel is...
mood
The turning point is of the story is...
The Climax
How does Ms. Mostafa begin teaching a new text?
By _____________ the topic of the text and the author
introducing
What type of figurative language is this?
"Her smile was as bright as the sun"
Simile
What is the STEAL method used for?
To determine characterization.
What is the tone of the following sentence:
"Thank you for doing this favor, you're amazing!"
Appreciative tone
What are the two types of conflicts?
Internal and External Conflict
How does Ms. Gonzalez help you when you're confused about something?
By ___________ it to you
Explaining
What type of figurative language is this?
The rain slapped the window throughout the night keeping the kids awake.
Personification
What does the STEAL method stand for?
Speech, Thoughts, Effects (on others), Actions, and Looks
What is the tone of the following sentence:
"I’m sorry if I offended you with my choice of words. I didn’t mean anything bad at all!"
Apologetic tone
Characters, setting and mood are established where in the plot?
The exposition
How does the poet in "Life Doesn't Frighten Me" show the reader the many things she is not afraid of?
By _____ examples
Giving
Why do authors use imagery?
To help readers imagine what they are saying/be descriptive
What word best describes the character below?
With a steady gaze and a confident stride, she faced the roaring waves without hesitation, knowing that nothing could hold her back from chasing her dreams.
fearless
What is the mood?
After months of hard work and determination, she finally received the news she had been waiting for, igniting a spark of hope for a brighter future.
Hopeful
Where in the plot can you best determine the theme?
The resolution
How does the poet in "Life Doesn't Frighten Me" show that the poets experienced trauma?
By using __________
Symbolism
Why do authors use symbolism?
To compare things in a way that helps you imagine and understand it better
What can you analyze in plot to determine how a character has changed from beginning to end?
The rising action and falling action.
What mood does this convey?
As the moonlight shone through the twisted branches of the old trees, a creepy whisper floated in the quiet night, making her shiver when she realized she wasn't alone in the darkness.
Creepy
What part of the plot has the most events?
Rising Action
How does Maya Angelou show her reader that she's not afraid
By using...
Repetition