Author's Craft

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What is Author's Craft?

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Author's Craft refers to the techniques and choices that writers use to create their stories, including word choice, tone, and voice.

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What does 'word choice' mean?

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Word choice is the specific vocabulary a writer uses to convey meaning and create imagery in their writing.

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

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What is 'voice' in writing?

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Voice is the unique style and personality of the author that comes through in their writing.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

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What does 'tone' refer to in a piece of writing?

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Tone is the attitude or feeling that the author conveys through their choice of words and writing style.

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What are 'sensory details'?

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Sensory details are descriptive words that appeal to the five senses: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

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CCSS.RL.3.4

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How does an author create mood in a story?

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An author creates mood by using descriptive language, setting, and tone to evoke certain feelings in the reader.

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CCSS.RL.1.4

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What is the purpose of using figurative language?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and expressing ideas in creative ways.

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CCSS.RL.3.4

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What is an example of a simile?

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A simile is a comparison using 'like' or 'as', such as 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a direct comparison between two unlike things, such as 'Time is a thief.'

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

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CCSS.RL.5.3

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What does 'imagery' mean in literature?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that creates mental pictures for the reader.

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