Analyzing Word Choice and Author’s Purpose in Short Stories Vocabulary Flashcards
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Author’s Purpose
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An author’s primary reason for writing a text, most often to inform, persuade, entertain, or describe
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Cite
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To use text as evidence to support an idea or opinion
3
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Conclusion
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An idea that is based on analysis and evidence
4
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Imagery
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Vivid language that appeals to the senses of sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell
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Repetition
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The reappearance of words, phrases, or figures of speech for effect
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Tone
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The attitude of a text toward the subject and theme
