What THING goes in the missing part of this sentence? In the text “___________” it states, “Pearl Harbor is a naval base on the island of Oahu in Hawaii.”
The text title
A comparison of two or more things without using “like” or “as”
metaphor
This sentence is an example of what figurative language? I’ve said that a million times.
hyperbole
What is the climax of a story?
The main event. The turning point of the story where the most interesting thing occurs. Everything changes after that moment.
What punctuation goes around textual evidence?
quotation marks
What point of view should Argumentative and Informative writing be written in?
3rd person point of view (unless you are arguing for yoursellf)
What are facts that prove the truth of a statement? (hint: when you pull quotes from the text)
Evidence
What elements are introduced in the exposition of a story?
Characters, setting, original conflict, and mood (sometimes)
Define tone
A writer’s or speaker’s attitude towards a subject
What does every piece of textual evidence need in front of it?
A lead in or sentence starter such as, "In the text, it states...".
Groups of words and lines in poetry is called a ______________.
Stanza
Define characterization
The way an author develops character over the course of a text (describing a character with more than physical traits)
What is the protagonist?
The main character, often the hero, of a story
I can paraphrase a direct quote when citing evidence.
False. Direct quotes need to be pulled from the text AS IS, not put into your own words.
What is the figurative language shown in the sentence below: It was raining cats and dogs outside.
idiom
What is it called when you look at the similarities and differences within a text? Bonus: what graphic organizer do we use?
Compare and Contrast & A Venn Diagram
What type of writing uses a counterclaim?
Argumentative
Define theme
A text’s lesson or message
What word represents descriptive words that appeal to the 5 senses?
sensory language (or imagery)
Why do we use textual evidence?
This helps proves that what you are saying is right/correct.
What is the rule of capitalization within dialogue?
The first word of the dialogue needs to be capitalized, even if it is in the middle of a sentence
What type of writing uses plot points?
Narrative
What is a conversation between two or more people in a story?
Dialogue
A comparison of two or more things using “like” or “as”
simile
What is the time and place in a story?
Setting
What type of writing is the prompt below: Most people have a place they go to when they want to get away. Before you begin writing, think about your favorite quiet place. Explain why this place is your favorite.
Informative
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