a comparison between two things that aren't alike but do have something in common using “Like or as” - “She’s as strong as an ox!”

a comparison between two things that aren't alike but do have something in common ex. “He’s a beast!”

an exaggeration – ex. “Mr. Hind’s fish was a million miles long!”

a repetition with 2 or more beginning letters –ex: “Peter Picked a Peck of Peppers!”

when the word sounds like the word – ex. “POP!”

WHY did the author write this? To Persuade you? To Inform you? To Entertain you?

the lesson the text is trying to teach - “THE MEssage”

the way the author creates the character and then shows their readers

How a character acts on the inside. A pattern of thoughts, acts, and feelings someone shows over time. (Internal!)

where the event takes place

the most important or central thought of a paragraph or larger section of text

using “I” - the story is told by one of the characters, who refers to him or herself as "I".

You answer with your

You support your answer with ......

How the character changes and develops from start to finish

drawing a conclusion or an idea based on all the evidence and facts - THIS IS THE ANSWER THAT YOU GOT BECAUSE YOU WERE USING YOUR BRAIN AFTER YOU'VE COLLECTED INFO!!!!!!

a hint beforehand that something is going to happen

Non-fiction information on a certain topic. This type of information is found in places like magazines, science or history books, autobiographies and instruction manuals.

is something that puts you to the test

A picture (Usually used in the text to HELP you!)

In order of the way things happened

break it down

When you break text down and break it apart. This may help you understand difficult text.

Choose 2 answer: Which two answers are examples of THEMES or lessons?

covers the main points. A summary is condensed, or shortened, retelling of a longer work. They are meant to be short--the purpose is to communicate the basic idea of the piece and the relevant details.

Humming

done by all people or things in the world or a particular group.

to take part or join in on something

a right that believed to belong and be inherited to every person.

a source that provides direct or firsthand evidence about an event, object, person, or work of art. This provides the original materials.

a brief statement or account of the main points of something

An international organization formed in 1945 to help keep peace between groups of people.

a group of standards by which something may be judged or decided.

Something that is awful

make or show connections to something

Chronological

a visual that shows the passage of time on a line.

To be sly or sneaky

relates to seeing or sight; a picture that is displayed

keep safe from harm or injury.

Hysterical

Fiction

Salute

Froth

Symbolism

Portrait

Precept

Standing Ovation

Assume

Cusp

Endowed

Conscience

the basics

Unable to take away

to state again as a fact

Dignity

to confirm or support

to support or encourage something

to keep safe

Articulated

people in the same age group

to make more clear

the place where something begins

having characteristics of a countryside rather than a town or city. FOR EXAMPLE: WE (RANDOLPH) LIVE IN A __________ AREA.

happens or exists at the same time by chance.

to give firm and constant support and allegiance to something.

A picture

to protect or care for someone lovingly

to show thoughts or feelings in words or by actions.

to be shy

to show

claim

to be worried

Happening only sometimes

Comrades

the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

something that can cause intense public arguments, debates, disapproval, or disagreements.

and argument in formal form, a formal discussion on a topic that two are disagreeing on.

comparing 2 things using like or as

comparing two things and stating that one thing *is* another thing.

to become something different.

A description of how a person acts and behaviors. (internal)

something that someone or something will struggle with.

The message or lesson that is learned.

the gist or main point of the passage.

a brief statement on the main points of something.

to grow or cause to mature.

the reason for writing the piece of text.

how the information within the text is organized or structured.

Where the narrator relays the story from their own point of view, using the word “I.”

A story told from someone who is telling the story looking in, looking words like, “they.”

to state or assert that something is the truth.

the use of figures of speech to be more effective, persuasive, and impactful. An example of these are personification, similes, and metaphors.

Traits or characteristics of an individual that you can physically see.

hints that the author will give the reader in other parts of the text to help understand a difficult or unusual word.

to make an effort to achieve or complete something

A job or profession

Very important

A certain time that requires people to remain indoors, usually at night.

a belief or celebration/meeting that has been passed down from generation to generation, or celebrated annually.

to be hopeful and confident about the future/thinking positive.

to have similar qualities or features (physical traits!) as someone else.

a long deep breath expressing sadness, frustration, relief, etc.

for a short period of time

to smile

to push or bump against (Remember – The jostle drill in basketball!)

A first-hand account that was created by someone who was AT THE EVENT. (A journal written by someone who was ON the Titanic)

A second-hand account that was created by someone who heard about the first-hand account. (A newspaper article written about the Titanic)

not able to predict

to discover things based on the facts that are given/Carry out research or study into a subject to find out more.

able to easily make decisions quickly and effectively.

small and pretty

repetitious and lacks in variety and interest. (MONO = ONE) thing over and over again.

showing no activity – dull and sitting still. If a creek is stagnant, the water is not flowing.

acting strict towards someone.

make an exact copy of

producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind

not often; rarely

an optical instrument with a lens for each eye, used for viewing distant objects

to ask information from someone

an answer to a division problem

to come together

send (goods or services) to another country for sale. SEND OUT.

bring (goods or services) into a country from abroad for sale. BRING IN.

the outer surface or structure of something

the inside of something

represent something as being larger, greater, better, or worse than it really is.

to make a copy of

pause before saying or doing something, especially if you’re not sure.

important information that tells more about the overall idea of a paragraph or section of a text.

to try to get someone to do something.

cold weather, but refreshing.

feeling frustrated or irritated.

to agree.

a picture.

to save or keep something in it’s original state

Extremely Thirsty

to break down / add notes and helpful explanations and comments to the text.

to state where you found evidence or direct quotes as evidence from a text that isn’t yours.

wanting to do or have something very much.

a financial gain, the money that you earn

the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem

a thing that motivates or encourages one to do something.

a disagreement, argument, or debate.

different from one another, a variety!

required by law or rules

in a hurried, excited, or disorganized manner.

showing a great deal of variety; very different

a period of ten years

a period of a thousand years

stop oneself from doing something

a special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group.

a result or effect of an action or condition

to exchange (something, such as a coupon or lottery ticket) for money, an award, etc.

responsible by law

make an exact copy of

not often; rarely

producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind

to agree with a statement or action, to have the same opinion

to feel bitterness or annoyed

to feel bitterness or annoyed

to feel bitterness or annoyed

extremely comfortable, elegant, or enjoyable, especially in a way that involves great expense.

a person who occupies land or property rented from a landlord.

gather together or acquire an increasing number or quantity of, to collect.

think, speak, or write at length about

quiet, gentle

a person, thing, or circumstance causing inconvenience or annoyance.

comparing two things

the natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

the way something looks

Reduce means to . . .

qualities that make you strong

qualities that make you weak

a difficult task to face

11. When you use a word or phrase that does not have a literal meaning. Examples of this are: Similes, Metaphors, Onomatopoeia, etc . . .

simile

Very important

being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else

suddenly and unexpectedly

having the power to horrify or scare.

To experience fierce anger or shock.

a planned route, schedule or journey.

a high-pitched piercing sound or words, especially as an expression of terror, pain, or excitement.

an argumentative meeting or situation between opposing groups.

the main point of the paragraph or passage. It is the most important thought about the topic.

to do something moderately or at an appropriate amount – not excessive, and not non-existent.

to fill something up again.

a struggle that the character is facing

The message or lesson that is taught throughout the story or text

to state that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof – these are STRONG!

A comparison between 2 different things using the words like or as.

a brief statement or account of the main points of something

make or become different

two or more subjects are similar to each other

This refers to how the information within a written text is organized. –Description, Cause and Effect, Problem and Solution, Order and Sequence, Compare and Contrast.

this includes all the important parts of a story or article that are not the main body of text. These include the table of contents, index, glossary, headings, bold words, sidebars, pictures and captions, and labeled diagrams.

a picture in a book, newspaper, etc.

to be in question of something

the main idea, or the point that the author wants the reader to take away from the passage - Found in Informational text, where as the main ideas are typically found in literary passages.

doesn’t feel real, almost like a dream

having very few plants : not suitable for plants. Remember, Jordan describes the top of Kili’s landscape as this . .

a structure or object (could also be figurative language, ex – when Esperanza says there’s THIS in between Miguel and her) that stops the way

a high-pitched piercing sound or scream/whistle

the way in which you view something. Everyone has a different view on things

The message or lesson that the author is trying to teach you in the passage. Ex: “Never give up”

To change or mature over time

to take away or take out

to pass away

to be overly ready, excited, or impatient to do something

to have a lack of taste

showing a lot of experience or knowledge/professionalism.

to raise up, usually with the help of a machine or device