Understanding Author's Word Choice

What is the main purpose of an author's word choice?

• To fill up space in the text

• To convey specific images or feelings

• To confuse the reader

• To make the text longer

In Cynthia Rylan's 'Every Living Thing', why is the word 'glanced' more effective than 'looked'?

• It suggests a quick, interrupted action

• It means the same as 'looked'

• It implies the parents were angry

• It indicates a long, hard stare

What does the word 'stuffed' imply in the context of Cynthia Rylan's story?

• The mother was forcing food into her mouth

• The mother was not hungry

• The mother was eating slowly

• The mother was eating with plenty of room left

Why does Katherine Applegate use the word 'sneaking' in 'The Wish Tree'?

• To imply Samar was lost

• To suggest Samar was running

• To indicate Samar was moving without permission

• To show Samar was moving quickly

What image does the word 'trudged' create in the reader's mind?

• Walking through thick mud or snow

• Running swiftly

• Walking on a smooth path

• Flying through the air

In 'Number the Stars', what does the word 'eased' suggest about how Ann Marie opened the door?

• She opened it with a loud noise

• She opened it quickly

• She opened it forcefully

• She opened it slowly and quietly

What does the word 'peeked' imply about Ann Marie's action?

• She opened the door wide

• She ignored what was outside

• She glanced quickly and cautiously

• She looked for a long time

Why is it important to notice the words an author chooses?

• It helps in understanding the text better

• It makes reading more difficult

• It is not important at all

• It only matters in poetry

How can paying attention to word choice enhance your reading experience?

• By making the text longer

• By creating clearer visual images

• By reducing the need to read carefully

• By making the text more confusing

What should readers be on the lookout for according to the lesson?

• The number of characters

• Specific words chosen by the author

• The number of chapters

• The length of the text