Literary Elements
What is Main Idea?
The main point of the story; what the text is all about
To break down for a better understanding of
What is his favorite color?
It varies based on his mood but is most likely black or blue.
What is characterization?
Traits about the character
What is a learning tarrget?
The goal of the day. The standard that needs to be mastered daily.
What is theme?
the moral of the story; the lesson learned from the story
to tell how something is done or what something is
How many kids does he have?
2
River and Rocket
What is an exposition?
The beginning of the plot. This is when we meet the characters, gain an understanding of the plot and are introduced to the story.
What is criteria for mastery?
The steps required to master the learning target
What is plot?
What does it mean to formulate?
to create
What type of car does he drive?
A Jeep
What is point of view?
the perspective of which a story is told
What textbook will we be using this year?
What is setting?
Where the story takes place.
What does it mean to infer?
to read between the lines.
Where did he go to college?
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette
GO CAJUNS!
What is the difference between main idea and theme?
Main idea tells you what the story is about and theme tells you the overall lesson learned in that story.
What does Coach KC have for breakfast every morning?
Coffee and some fruit
What is a summary?
a retelling of the main events (main idea) of the text
What does it mean to describe?
to tell about using descriptive, specific details
What is his favorite brand?
SUPREME
What is accountability?
Taking responsibility for your own outcome and actions
What is our goal this year?
To become the best versions of ourselves and exceed our goals.