Introduction to Lit Circle Terms (Extended)

Summary

• Concise overview of most important details or events
• Detailed analysis of minor details
• Imaginary details for storytelling
• Factual details for analysis

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Analysis

• Examining and interpreting a text to understand its theme or meaning
• Listing events in chronological order
• Describing physical characteristics of characters
• Creating mental images without interpretation

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Imagery

• Vivid and descriptive details creating mental images
• Factual details supporting the main idea
• Emotional details connecting with the story
• Analyzing character's thoughts through imagery

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Emotional details

• Specific details evoking emotions, connecting with the story
• Analyzing character motives through emotions
• Factual details providing evidence
• Imaginary details enhancing engagement

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Analyzing a text or media

• Examining and interpreting a text or media to uncover its underlying theme or message
• Providing a summary of events in the media
• Describing the physical appearance of characters
• Listing events without interpretation

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Descriptive details in a story

• Vivid and specific details creating a visual experience
• Emotional details conveying character opinions
• Factual details providing evidence
• Imaginary details enhancing engagement

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Descriptive details in an informational text

• Specific details providing a clear description of the topic
• Emotional details conveying character opinions
• Imaginary details enhancing engagement
• Factual details supporting the main idea

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Factual details in nonfiction books and articles

• Accurate and verifiable information supporting the main idea
• Emotional details conveying character opinions
• Imaginary details enhancing engagement
• Descriptive details providing a clear description

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Supporting details in an informational text

• Factual information related to dolphins supporting the main idea
• Describing character motives through support
• Analyzing character actions through support
• Imaginary details providing evidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Factual details in a literary text

• Concrete information contributing to the understanding of a literary work
• Imaginary details enhancing engagement
• Descriptive details providing a clear description
• Emotional details conveying character opinions

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3