Understanding Author's Purpose and Literary Terms
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What is the definition of Suspense?

A feeling of excitement or a "What's going to happen next?" that is built up through a story.

What is the definition of Conflict?

A struggle between opposing forces in a story which can be internal or external.

What is the definition of Setting?

The time and place where the events occur.

What is the definition of Allegory?

<p>A narrative in which characters, events, and setting represent abstract concepts that are being explained.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Metaphor?

<p>A figure of speech that makes a comparison about an unlike term.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Symbol?

<p>Something that stands for or represents something else.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Rhythm?

<p>Something in the pattern of sounds and beats in a piece of writing, especially poetry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Onomatopoeia?

<p>When a word sounds like the noise it represents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Irony?

<p>When what actually happens is often unexpected; what is said and what is meant differ.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Connotation?

<p>Words are complex with positive, negative, and neutral connotations beyond its literal meanings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Young Definition?

<p>The novel &quot;The Great Gatsby&quot; deals with themes of coming of age.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Mood/Atmosphere?

<p>The feeling or atmosphere that the story makes you experience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Subject vs. Topic?

<p>&quot;Topic&quot; might cover worlds in a broad way, while &quot;subject&quot; is more like a deeper analysis of a topic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Repetition?

<p>A literary device where words or phrases are repeated multiple times within a text.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Characterization?

<p>The portrayal of a character in a story.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Humble and Hubris?

<p>When you get vital qualities (e.g., Rome, let Juliet be Juliet) and you can't stay humble and you become hubris.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the key elements of "The True Diary of a Part-Time Indian"?

<p>Identity, poverty, dreams, struggles, injustice, opportunities available to residents and the beauty of hope and determination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Junior's drawings in the novel "The True Diary of a Part-Time Indian"?

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Match the following grammar and writing terms with their definitions:

<p>Comma = A word that joins phrases or clauses together. Conjunction = A word used in place of a noun. Preposition = A word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and another word in a sentence. Pronoun = A word that expresses a sudden emotion. Interjection = A punctuation mark used to separate items in a list or to indicate a pause in a sentence. Adjective = A word that describes a noun or pronoun. Adverb = A word that modifies a verb, adjective or another adverb.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Paragraphs?

<p>To connect ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of paragraph used in writing?

<p>Transitional word and feel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of writing?

<p>To reveal the two in pastors and well the same civil and economic strengths for Africa words and phrases king charged language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a "powerful metaphor"?

<p>&quot;I have a dream&quot; speech is famous for its use of repetition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a "parallel structure" in writing?

<p>The King uses symbolism to draw the comparison.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "The Seventh Man?"

<p>Know Jerry's reasons for training himself to swim through the tunnel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "Through the Tunnel"?

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Author's Purpose

The reason why an author writes, such as to inform, persuade, entertain, or express feelings.

Suspense

A feeling of excitement or anticipation built up through a story, often involving uncertainty about what will happen next.

Conflict

A struggle between opposing forces in a story. Can be internal (within a character) or external (against an outside force).

Setting

The time and place where a story's events occur, including cultural context, historical setting, and even imaginary worlds.

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Allegory

A story where characters, events, and settings represent abstract concepts or ideas.

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Metaphor

A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Symbol

Something that represents something else, often with a deeper meaning.

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Allusion

A direct or indirect reference to something in literature, history, music, or pop culture.

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Rhythm

The pattern of sounds and beats in writing, especially poetry.

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Onomatopoeia

Words that sound like the noise they represent.

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Simile

A comparison using 'like' or 'as'.

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Irony

A situation where the outcome is unexpected or opposite to what's expected.

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Connotation

The additional meanings, associations, or feelings a word carries beyond its literal definition.

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Denotation

The dictionary definition of a word, its literal meaning.

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Theme

The central, overarching idea or message of a story, often about life, relationships, or human nature.

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Mood/Atmosphere

The feeling or atmosphere that the story creates for the reader.

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Topic

A broad subject area covered by a text.

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Subject

A more specific and focused analysis of a topic.

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Repetition

The repetition of words or phrases in a text for emphasis or effect.

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Characterization

The way a character is portrayed in a story, through their actions, words, and thoughts.

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Imagery

The use of vivid and descriptive language to create sensory experiences for the reader.

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Hubris

When someone becomes overconfident and arrogant, often leading to their downfall.

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Pacing

The speed at which a story unfolds, determining how much time is spent on each event.

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Concrete Noun

A noun that refers to a tangible or physical thing.

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Abstract Noun

A noun that refers to an abstract idea, quality, or concept.

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Point of View

The perspective from which a story is told.

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Sentence Phrasing

The way sentences are structured to connect ideas and create a sense of flow.

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Rhetorical Language

The use of figures of speech, repetition, and other literary devices to create an emotional response.

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Theme of a Poem

The underlying message or meaning that the author wants to convey through a poem.

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Tone

The use of language to create a particular effect on the reader, such as humor, anger, or sadness.

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Analogy

Comparing two things that are unlike, often using 'like' or 'as'.

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Study Notes

Authors Purpose

  • Authors write for various reasons, including informing, persuading, entertaining, or expressing feelings.
  • Examples include to inform about a new device, persuade someone to buy a product, entertain through alliteration, or express feelings about an event.

Literary Terms

  • Suspense: A feeling of excitement about what will happen next, built through a story. Example: A character walking through a dark abandoned building.
  • Conflict: A struggle between opposing forces in a story; can be internal (a character's thoughts) or external (a character vs. the outside world).
  • Setting: The time and place where the events of a story take place. Examples include a historical period, cultural context, or a fictional setting like fantasy.
  • Allegory: A story where characters, events, and settings represent abstract ideas or concepts.
  • Metaphor: A figure of speech that compares two unlike things. Example: "Her voice was like a song."
  • Symbol: Something that represents something else. Example: A dove symbolizes peace.
  • Allusion: A reference to a well-known work of literature, history, music, or popular culture.
  • Rhythm: The pattern of sounds and beats in writing, often evident in poetry. It's created by the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables.

Other Literary Devices

  • Onomatopoeia: Words that sound like the noise they represent. Examples include "buzz," "bang," "whoosh."
  • Simile: A comparison using "like" or "as." Example: Her smile was as bright as the sun.
  • Irony: When what actually happens is unexpected or differs from what is said. Example: A fire station that's on fire.
  • Connotation: The emotional or cultural meaning associated with a word, beyond its literal meaning.
  • Denotation: The literal dictionary definition of a word.
  • Theme: The central idea or message of a story. Often the underlying meaning, not always obvious. Ex: The themes in a coming-of-age story.
  • Mood/Atmosphere: The feeling created by a story. Example: A story could be suspenseful or happy based on the mood.
  • Subject vs. Topic: "Topic" is a broader area of discussion, while "subject" goes into deeper analysis of a topic.
  • Repetition: Repeated words or phrases within a text.
  • Characterisation: Portraying a character in a story; direct methods reveal their characteristics, or indirect techniques which let the reader deduce traits.
  • Imagery: Descriptive language creating sensory experiences for the reader. Example: "The scent of pine, the sound of the wind through the trees."

Pacing and Writing

  • Pacing: The pace of the story, how time is spent on different elements in a novel or piece of writing.
  • Paragraph Structure: The way sentences and phrases are connected to establish logical connections between ideas.
  • Grammar and Writing: Commas, conjunctions, and parentheticals, effective essay structure techniques and integrating sources (primary and secondary) accurately in an academic piece.

Point of View

  • First Person: The narrator tells the story using "I" and "me."
  • Second Person: The narrator tells the story through "you."
  • Third Person: The narrator tells the story using "he," "she," "it," "they," and names.
  • Third Person Omniscient: The narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters.

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This quiz explores the author's purpose in writing as well as key literary terms including suspense, conflict, setting, allegory, metaphor, and symbolism. It helps students identify these concepts in various texts and understand their relevance in literature.

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