WorksheetsAuthors' Methods
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Define: Analogy
Something used as a model, specific
When a character speaks to themselves or others
Explains a new idea by connecting it to an old one
Groups based on characteristics
Match the Example to the Method: My heart's a stereo and it beats for you!
Metaphor
Exposition
Reflection
Anecdote
Define: Description
A reference to something well-known
When the author gives background info. Usually at the start of a story.
Explains a new idea by connecting it to an old one
Allows the reader to picture the object, setting, or event
Match the Example to the Method: Is there an Einstein in your class?
Categories
Allusion
Description
Compare & Contrast
Define: Exposition/Narration
A short, interesting story
When the author gives background info. Usually at the start of a story.
Groups based on shared characteristics
Allows the reader to picture the object, setting, or event
Match the Example to the Method: The Language Arts teacher creates models of authors’ methods for her students to reference.
Allusion
Simile
Reflection
Example
Define: Simile
A comparison of two unalike things using like or as
A comparison of two unalike things
To discuss similarities or differences between two or more things
Serious, individual thought about character or actions
Match the Example to the Method: This is Berk. It's twelve days North of hopeless, and a few degrees South of freezing to death.
Description
Narration/
Exposition
Reflection
Anecdote
Define: Anecdote
A short, interesting story
A comparison of two unalike things
Groups based on shared characteristics
A reference to something well-known
Match the Example to the Method: Cub is to bear as calf is to cow.
Categories
Simile
Analogy
Examples
