8th & 7th Vocabulary Midterm

Match each Week 1 term to its definition.

• How the story makes the reader feel.

• Mood

• The position the story is told from.

• Tone

• How the writer feels about the topic.

• Narrator

• The person or voice telling the story.

• Point of View

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

Match each Week 2 term to its definition.

• A struggle between a character and an outside force.

• Internal Conflict

• A story or moment showing someone growing up and learning an important life lesson.

• External Conflict

• A struggle happening inside a character’s mind.

• Vignette

• A short, descriptive piece of writing that captures a moment, feeling, or scene.

• Coming of Age

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Match each Week 3 term to its definition.

• The explanation that connects the evidence to the claim; the “why” and “how.”

• Inference

• A conclusion or idea figured out using evidence and reasoning, even if not directly stated.

• Claim

• A statement or main idea that you are trying to prove or argue.

• Evidence

• Facts, examples, or details that support a claim.

• Reasoning

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Match each Week 4 term to its definition.

• How different parts of someone’s identity connect and shape experiences.

• Intersectionality

• Making sure everyone gets the support they need to succeed, not just the same treatment.

• Heteronormativity

• Small comments or actions that can feel hurtful or disrespectful, even if unintentional.

• Microaggression

• The idea that being straight and fitting into “male/female” roles is the “normal” way.

• Equity

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Match each Week 5 term to its definition.

• When someone gains the strength and confidence to speak up, make choices, and shape their life.

• Stereotype

• A fixed idea that all people in a group are the same, ignoring individuality.

• Personal Narrative

• When someone is pressured to give up their culture and take on the customs, language, or style of a dominant group.

• Empowerment

• A story about something important from your own life that shows experiences, feelings, and growth.

• Assimilation

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Match each Week 6 term to its definition.

• A story that challenges or pushes back against stories or stereotypes.

• Counter Narrative

• Words characters speak in a story.

• Theme

• The big idea or message of the text.

• Validation

• Feeling recognized, supported, or valued for who you are and what you say.

• Dialogue

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C