F.A.S.T ELA Reading ~ Academic Vocabulary #1

Front

The expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence.

(Synonyms ~ apologue, fable, parable)

Back

What is an allegory?

Front

The repetition of initial consonant sounds in two or more words.

Back

Alliterartion

Front

An indirect reference to something.

Back

Allusion

Front

A word or expression that can be understood in two or more possible ways.

Back

Ambiguity

Front

In informational text, the author's attitude toward a topic or subject.

Back

Author's Perspective

Front

There are different reasons an author might write:

1. 1. Persuade

2. 2. Inform

3. 3. Entertain

4. 4. Illustrate

5. 5. Describe

6. 6. Show

7. 7. Express

Back

Author' Purpose

Front

The part of the word that cannot be broken down.

Back

Base Word

Front

Noting the relationship between actions and events that cause a result

Back

Cause and Effect

Front

The most important or central thought of a text.

Back

Central Idea

Front

One of the individuals in a story.

Back

Character