Text Structure
How many types of text structures are there?
4
This is the literal definition of a word, what the word actually means.
Denotation
"The recluse lived alone in a cottage in the middle of the woods.
Based on this sentence, what does recluse mean?
one who lives in solitude
This analogy uses "like" or "as" to compare two things.
simile
What is a claim?
The author's opinion on a specific topic.
This text structure explains one or more solutions to a specific problem.
Problem and Solution
This is the feeling a word gives you, not its literal definition.
Connotation
"I like to stand outside my sister's door so I can eavesdrop when she's talking on the phone."
Based on this sentence, what does eavesdrop mean?
listen without the speaker's knowledge
"She has been living in a bubble," is an example of a what?
metaphor
_________ + _________ = Argument
Claim + Reasons
This text structure looks at the effect of certain events, actions, or incidents.
Cause and Effect
This describes the attitude an author has towards a specific topic.
Tone
"After the explosion, there was debris all over the ground"
Based on this sentence, what does debris mean?
the remains of something that has been destroyed
This type of language is not literal. It is used to paint an image in the mind of the reader.
Figurative language
This type of argument goes against what the author is saying.
Counter argument
This text structure explains events or directions in the order that they happen.
Chronological
What is it called when you give human characteristics to a nonhuman thing?
Personification
"Get away from me, you are absolutely repugnant!"
Based on this sentence, what does repugnant mean?
offensive
This type of language is used in specific fields, like the medical field or the car mechanic industry.
Technical language
What are the 3 types of author's purpose?
To inform, to persuade, to entertain
This text structure analyzes the similarities and differences between multiple topics.
Compare and Contrast
"Those lazy lizards are lying like lumps in the leaves."
The repetition of the "l" sound is an example of what?
Alliteration
"The Prince was imperious and ordered people around like they were his servants."
Based on this sentence, what does imperious mean?
having or showing arrogant superiority
"You are my kryptonite," is an example of what?
an allusion
What is irrelevant evidence?
Evidence that has nothing to do with the author's claim.