RL 7.5 Academic Vocabulary

Front

What does 'structure' mean in relation to a written text?

Back

The basic form or visual presentation that emerges when the parts of a written text create the whole.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What is the purpose of a drama?

Back

To contribute to the drama of a literary text.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What does it mean to contribute to something?

Back

To play a significant part in bringing about an end or result.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What does 'meaning' refer to in a written text?

Back

The definition of a word or phrase; the message or important expression of a written text.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What is a drama?

Back

A literary text that shares a story through action and dialogue and is intended to be performed for an audience.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What is the definition of 'literary text'?

Back

A written work that expresses ideas, stories, or emotions through language.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What does 'dialogue' mean in a drama?

Back

The spoken exchanges between characters in a literary text.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What is the role of a character in a drama?

Back

A character is a person or figure represented in a literary text, contributing to the story's action and themes.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What does 'theme' refer to in literature?

Back

The central idea or underlying message of a literary work.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is 'plot' in a story?

Back

The sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict and resolution.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D