Graphic Novels
These are the boxes used to sequence the story.
Panels
Grabs the reader's attention.
Headline
This is the definition of a word, traditionally found in a dictionary.
Denotation
Introduces and focuses the writing.
Prompt (prompt question)
Giving credit to the author is required for this.
Direct text evidence
(direct quote, AWE)
These indicate who is speaking throughout the story.
Speech Bubbles
Usually bolded and helps organize the information into specific sections.
Subheading (subheadline)
This is the feeling evoked by a word and dependent on the context which it is used.
Connotation
This sentence lets the reader know what the topic of the paragraph will be.
Claim
An in-text citation includes this information for a book.
Author and page number
Ring, zip, zap, crash, boom, clang are all examples of...
Sound effects
A feature that tells the reader if the information was modified or revised.
Updated on
Generally speaking the word "precise" carries this type of connotation. Explain why.
Neutral
If you want Starbucks instead of gas station coffee you need an accurate map. This let's the reader know what to expect from your essay.
Thesis
Explaining something in your own words that still requires a citation.
Paraphrasing
In place of prose narration, the reader can expect to find these instead.
Captions
Alphabetical list of term or words.
Glossary
Generally speaking the word "rambunctious" carries this type of connotation. Explain why.
Negative.
Compels the reader to do something or make a change at the end of an essay.
Call to action.
This is the most overlooked part of the in-text citation format.
Punctuation (period at the end of the citation instead of the quote).
This feature sets graphic novels apart from other types of narratives.
Illustrations.
Vocabulary that is specific to the main idea and is usually found in the glossary or defined in the text.
Domain specific language
Create a list of 3 words that represent a positive, neutral, and negative connotation.
Example: aroma, odor, stench
Shows the reader you've considered other possible answers to the prompt and gives the chance to weaken them.
Counterclaim
A style of formatting and citing sources in academic writing, especially for research papers in English composition and other communication classes.
MLA (Modern Language Association)