The Writing Process
What is the first step of the writing process?
Prewriting
What point of view is it when the narrator uses words like "I" or "me"?
First person
What is a "lead" in writing?
The opening sentence or paragraph that grabs the reader's attention.
"The car was as fast as lightening." What type of fig language is this?
Simile
What does the editing mark “^” mean?
Add something (word, letter, or punctuation)
During this step, you check spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and grammar.
Editing
What is the main problem or struggle in a story called?
Conflict
Name the type of lead that starts with someone talking.
Dialogue
“The trees danced in the wind.” What type of figurative language is this?
Personification
What does a circle around a word usually mean?
Spelling mistake
What step comes after drafting and before editing?
Revising
A narrative story always has these three key elements: _____, ______, and ______.
Characters, Setting, Plot
Which type of lead paints a picture of where the story takes place?
Visualize the Setting
“Boom! Pow! Crash!” What type of figurative language uses sound words?
Onomatopoeia
What is the first sentence in a paragraph called?
Topic sentence
Prewriting
What part of the narrative is where the problem is solved or the story wraps up?
Resolution
Name all four types of strong leads that we practiced in class.
Question, Action, Dialogue, and Visualize the Setting
What’s the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
Similes use “like” or “as,” metaphors do not
A good paragraph should stick to one main ___.
Idea or topic
Prewriting, Drafting, Revising, Editing, Publishing
What is the theme of a story?
The lesson, moral, or message the author wants the reader to learn.
Why is having a strong lead important?
It hooks the reader and makes them want to keep reading.
“I told you a million times to clean your room!” What kind of figurative language is that?
Hyperbole
What are the three parts of a strong paragraph?
Topic sentence, Supporting details, Conclusion