Literary Concepts and Examples

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Summary

Back

A short retelling of the main points of a text.

Front

Example of Summary

Back

Summarize the story of "Cinderella" in one sentence.

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Subheading

Back

A smaller heading within a text that introduces a new topic.

Front

Example of Subheading

Back

Find the subheading that tells about the prince's search for Cinderella.

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Infer

Back

To figure out something that is not directly stated in the text.

Front

Example of Infer

Back

Infer why Cinderella's stepsisters were jealous of her.

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Main Message

Back

The overall idea or lesson of a text.

Front

Example of Main Message

Back

What is the main message of the story "The Tortoise and the Hare"?

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Problem

Back

A difficulty or challenge faced by a character or in a situation.

Front

Example of Problem

Back

What is the main problem in the story of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears"?