Must-Know ELA Vocabulary Terms

What is the definition of "imagery" in literature?

• The use of dialogue between characters

• Descriptive language that appeals to the senses

• The main problem in a story

• A comparison using "like" or "as"

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Which of the following best defines "characterization"?

• The time and place of a story

• The way an author reveals a character’s personality

• The main idea of a story

• A hint about what will happen later

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is a "simile"?

• A struggle between two characters

• A comparison using "like" or "as"

• A conversation between characters

• The background information of a story

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

Which term refers to the main message or lesson of a text?

• Setting

• Central idea

• Dialogue

• Conflict

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

What is "foreshadowing"?

• The use of sensory details

• A hint or clue about what will happen later in the story

• The main character’s thoughts

• The time and place of a story

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Which of the following is an example of imagery?

• "The wind whispered through the tall, dark trees, carrying the scent of pine."

• "He was angry."

• "They argued loudly."

• "She will win the race."

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Which sentence contains a simile?

• "The classroom was a zoo."

• "Her smile was as bright as the sun."

• "He ran quickly."

• "The leaves fell silently."

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Which of the following is an example of dialogue?

• "The sky was painted with shades of orange and pink."

• "I can't believe you did that!" Sarah shouted.

• "He was very tired after the long walk."

• "The old house creaked in the wind."

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Which type of conflict is shown when a character struggles against another character?

• Character vs. Self

• Character vs. Character

• Character vs. Nature

• Character vs. Society

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Which of the following best describes "setting"?

• The main problem in a story

• The time and place where a story happens

• The lesson learned by the character

• The way a character is described

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D