The lesson or message in a text

The series of events in a story

The solution to the problem or the end of the main dramatic conflict

An indirect reference to something . For example, He didn’t want to give gifts to anyone at Christmas; he was being a scrooge .

The use of words or expressions with a meaning that is different from their literal (exact) meaning

When a writer describes an object as if it were a person . For example, The trees sighed in the afternoon breeze.

A direct comparison that states one thing is another. For example, He is an animal on the soccer field.

A comparison using like or as. For example, She is as pretty as a picture.

The use of the same sound to start several words in a row . For example, The beautiful butterfly blew by the bay.

The perspective from which a story is told which depends upon who the narrator is and how much he or she knows . This could be first person ( I went to the store), second person ( You went to the store), or third person ( He went to the store) .

Analyzing two things such as characters or stories in relation to each other. (to determine similarities)

Analyzing the differences between two things, such as two different characters or stories .

A category of passages, such as fiction and nonfiction, each of which has a particular style, form, and content .

The way the author expresses his attitude through his writing

A literary element that evokes certain feelings or vibes in readers through words and descriptions. Also referred to as the atmosphere of a literary piece, as it creates an emotional setting that surrounds the readers.

Both the time and geographic location within a narrative or within a work of fiction

A style of speaking or writing, determined by the choice of words by a speaker or a writer.

A term used for language and description that appeals to our five senses.

The process authors use to develop characters and create images of the characters for the audience.

The literary element that describes the ways that the author uses words

All decisions, characters' flaws, and background circumstances that together create turns and twists leading to a climax.

The "crisis" point in the plot. Sometimes, it is just where things "come to a head" and something happens or the main character must make a decision that will lead to one outcome or another.

The part of a literary plot that occurs after the climax has been reached and the conflict has been resolved.

Gives background information to the audience about the setting and the characters of the story.

A literary device in which a writer gives an advance hint of what is to come later in the story. It often appears at the beginning of a story, or a chapter, and helps the reader develop expectations about the coming events in a story.

The main character, sometimes called a hero by the audience or readers.

The opposing force that brings conflict and helps the development of the main character.

When a character remembers an earlier event that happened before the current point of the story

A conversation between two or more characters in a literary work.

A figure of speech where an object, person, or situation has another meaning other than its literal meaning.

The actions of a character, word, action, or event that have a deeper meaning in the context of the whole story.

to take a closer look at

Estimate or judge the value of.

quote; use specific facts or examples from a text or document

Show how the facts or ideas are similar or ways they are alike.

Show how the facts or ideas are different.

Set forth the meaning or make something clear. To give the definition/meaning of.

Present a detailed argument or consideration. To talk things out.

Break into parts and describe the parts and their relationships

Examine two or more subjects and tell how they are similar, in some cases, also mention differences

Examine two or more subjects and stress how they differ

Give enough facts about or characteristics of a subject to make it clear to someone who is unfamiliar with it

Provide an overview and careful analysis of an event or concept; use details for support

Make an objective judgment about a topic, relying more on informed sources than your own opinion

Clarify and interpret an event or concept, providing supporting details and examples

Tell the meaning and significance of an event or concept

Explain or give reasons for decisions or conclusions; be persuasive

Provide impartial reasoning for a given statement

Retell very briefly an event, concept, or debate, stating only the main points, in a objective manner

Express a thought or an idea based on the review of information

Extend information beyond what is directly stated

Show evidence to back a conclusion or argument (e.g., citing people with similar points of view)

Describe a path or sequence (e.g., to explain the chronology of events).

To make clear is to

When you dispute something you

When the directions say "most likely", you will need to

If I take new information and added to my prior knowledge, or old information, to make a guess, what am I doing?

I should use quotes and facts to ________ my answer

If I am asked to demonstrate something, I would need to

Trace means to

Explain the differences between the examples provided.

To draw a conclusion about the subject being asked. To decide on.

Determine the value, significance, or worth of.

To point out/establish what something is.

Make clear by citing/giving examples.