Understanding Author’s Craft #4

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What does 'with a heavy heart' mean?

Back

feeling sad

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What is the author's main point in the text about cats and dogs?

Back

Cats make better pets than dogs do

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What does 'bite my tongue' mean?

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Refrain from talking

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What does the writer want the readers to believe about alligators?

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Alligators are helpful creatures

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What does the writer want readers to agree with about exercise?

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Exercise is good for your mind and body

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What is an author's craft?

Back

The techniques and choices an author makes to convey their message.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language?

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To create vivid imagery and express ideas in a more impactful way.

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What does it mean to infer in reading?

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To make an educated guess based on clues in the text.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Information that helps explain or support the main idea.