Section 1
Interpret
to determine and explain the meaning of a text or idea
Textual Evidence
specific details from the text used to support ideas
Perspective
the way an author or source views a topic
Compare
to explain how two or more things are alike using details from the text
What is an adverb?
This part of speech describes a verb and often ends in “‑ly.”
Infer
to make a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning
Support
to give reasons or evidence that prove a claim is correct
Context
background information that helps explain meaning
Contrast
to explain how two or more things are different using details from the text
What is the setting?
This element of a story includes the time and place where the events occur.
Claim
a statement or idea that can be argued or proven
Credible
able to be trusted or believed
Explicit
clearly stated with no room for doubt
Theme
the main message or lesson the author wants the reader to understand
What is tone?
This word means the author’s attitude toward the subject in a text.
Analyze
to examine the parts of something closely to understand its meaning
Relevant
closely connected to the topic or claim
Implicit
suggested or implied but not stated directly
Cite
to give credit to the source of information used
What is a simile?
This type of figurative language compares two unlike things using like or as.
Evidence
facts or details from a text that support a claim
Evaluate
to judge the quality or reliability of information or sources
Summarize
to give a short version of a text that includes only the most important ideas
Conclude
to make a final decision or judgment after considering the evidence
What is the climax?
This part of the plot is the turning point, where the main character faces the biggest conflict or challenge.