Academic Vocabulary #3

What is a "Stanza" in poetry?

• The general character of a piece of writing

• The central topic of a narrative

• A grouped set of lines within a poem, often set off by a blank line or indentation

• To make known to others

What is meant by "Structure" in a complex entity?

• The atmosphere or pervading tone

• The sequence of events

• The arrangement of and relations between parts

• A particular attitude or point of view

What is the "Plot" in a story, novel, or play?

• The atmosphere or pervading tone

• A particular attitude or point of view

• The sequence of events

• The arrangement of parts

What is personification?

• A figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

• A type of metaphor used in poetry.

• A narrative technique used in novels.

• A style of writing used in technical manuals.

What does "Relevant" mean?

• Unrelated to the topic

• Closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered

• Outdated information

• A random fact

What does the term "central idea" refer to?

• The title of a text.

• The main point or underlying message of a text.

• The first sentence of a paragraph.

• The conclusion of a text.

What is descriptive language?

• Language that uses technical terms and jargon.

• Language that creates a picture in the mind of the reader by using vivid details and sensory words.

• Language that is simple and straightforward.

• Language that is used in formal writing only.

What does it mean to compare?

• To examine the differences between two or more items.

• To examine the similarities between two or more items.

• To ignore the details of two or more items.

• To summarize two or more items.

How is "Perspective" defined?

• The sequence of events

• A particular attitude or point of view

• The atmosphere or pervading tone

• The arrangement of parts

What is the "Theme" of a narrative?

• The stance or viewpoint the author takes

• The central topic, subject, or message within a narrative

• Visually descriptive language in a literary work

• The general character of a place