A comparison between two things that are not alike.

A message that appears only briefly in a literary work.

To make an idea, impression, or feeling known or understandable to someone; to show.

The process an author uses to reveal the personality of a character either directly or indirectly.

The message that a literary work, such as a poem, short story, or book gives about life.

A writer's selection of words, including meaning (both denotative and connotative) and tone.

To examine for the purpose of explanation.

Specific facts or pieces of information

The main point that the author is making; what the text is mostly about.

A detailed examination of the elements or structure of something, typically as a basis for discussion or interpretation.

Particular facts or pieces of information

Characteristics of a text that makes it distinct; it includes figurative language, repetition, allusions, parallelism, etc.

The main events that take place in a story, play, etc.

Techniques used by writers to create a certain effect.

A statement that holds an element of belief; it tells how someone feels

A statement that is true and can be verified objectively, or proven

Not influenced by personal beliefs or feelings; fair or real

To provide a clear statement of the important points

Language that is not meant to be taken literally

A brief, clear statement giving the most important facts about something:

Writing that you can verify through evidence and facts.

To give a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary or political significance

writing that expresses the writer's personal feelings, opinions, and judgments

Giving the author's or writer's views on a particular topic 8';

The use of quotes or paraphrased statements to prove what a writer or reader believes to be true.

the ability to make a decision, or form an opinion objectively, authoritatively, and wisely, especially in matters affection action.

Categories of literary writing, which may include poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and drama, etc.

the careful, sustained interpretation of a brief passage of text.

The author's reason for writing, such as to entertain, to persuade, to inform, or to express

To make critical or explanatory notes or comments.

A quote, paraphrase, or summary from a text that supports a specific argument or claim that is being made

Writing that uses ordinary sentences

To state or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof

Using inference to make an educated guess at what will happen next

To state clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt

Using inference to make an assumption or a judgment based on the information or evidence given.

Implied though not plainly expressed

Using logic or reasoning to figure something out that isn’t specifically stated

To express the meaning of something written or spoken using different words, especially to achieve greater clarity.

The attitude a writer has toward a subject

Writing that appeals to the 5 senses and is used to create pictures in the reader’s mind.

A reference to a historical, Biblical, or literary person or thing.

To quote a passage, book, or author as evidence for or justification of an argument or statement,