Figurative Language
Pacing and Tension
Plot Structure
Universal Theme
Vocab + Grammar
100

What is the term for a comparison between two unlike things using "like" or "as"? 

Simile

100

What is pacing in a narrative story? 

The speed at which the story/action unfolds. 

100

What is the first part of the narrative plot structure?

Exposition

100

What is the formula for a theme statement? 

Topic + Message/Lesson = Theme

100

"Mary likes to hike, to swim, and to ride a bicycle." This is an example of... 

Parallel Structure

200

What figurative language technique gives human qualities to non-human entities? 

Personification

200

Name one technique authors use to build tension in a story. 

Possible answers: Figurative language, plot structure, cliffhangers, sentence types (syntax)

200

What occurs during the rising action in a story? 

Conflicts and complications develop leading up to the climax. 

200

Themes often have to be inferred; they are not explicitly written. What is the formula for making inferences (educated guesses)?

Background knowledge + textual evidence = Inference

200

"Taut" means...

tightly stretched or strained

300

"I'm as hungry as a horse." What type of figurative language is this an example of? 

Simile

300

What effect does fast pacing usually have on a story? 

Builds tension and creates suspense/excitement.

300

What is the climax of a story? 

The highest point of tension; a turning point; most intense moment in the plot

300

What can you look at in a story to find the theme?

Main events, characters/motivations, dialogue, conflicts/solutions, figurative language, etc.

300

"Reverberation" means...

Prolongation of a sound

400

What is the definition of a metaphor?

A direct comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as." 

400

What's the first thing to look for to figure out if the pacing of a story is fast or slow? 

Action words (verbs)

400

What follows the climax in plot structure? 

Falling action

400

The theme of "Carry" is "Nature can be both life-saving and life-taking." What symbol is used in the poem to develop that theme and represent the forces of nature? 

Water
400

"Malicious" means...

Intending to do harm

500

What concept is personified in "Night Garden" in this ending line: "Who had death come for, the dog or me?" 

Death
500

What do you look for to figure out if the pacing of a narrative is getting slower? 

Long, descriptive sentences and details - less action. 

500

What is the resolution in a story? 

The conclusion where conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close. 

500

What is the theme of "Night Garden"?

"Human interference in nature sometimes causes more harm than good."

500

Should this sentence include a comma, semi-colon, or no punctuation in the blank?: "I wanted to go for a walk today _ it was raining heavily." 

Semi-colon (;)