Author's Craft

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What is hyperbole?

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Exaggerations that make things sound bigger, better, or more than what they truly are.

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What are the five categories of the author's craft?

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Voice, mood, anecdote, language, hyperbole.

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What does mood refer to in a story?

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The feelings of the audience.

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What is the author's voice?

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It is the author’s writing that makes his or her writing unique.

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What is an example of hyperbole?

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"I’m so hungry I could eat a horse!"

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What is the purpose of using mood in writing?

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To evoke specific feelings in the audience.

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What does the term 'anecdote' mean?

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A short, interesting story about a real incident or person.

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How does language contribute to an author's craft?

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It shapes the style and tone of the writing.

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What is the difference between voice and mood?

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Voice is the author's unique style, while mood is the feeling experienced by the audience.

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What is an example of a simile?

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"Her smile was like sunshine."