Analyzing Word Choice and Author's Purpose in Short Stories Flashcards
1
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Imagery
A
vivid language that appeals to the senses
2
Q
How does imagery add to a story
A
by:
appealing
connecting the reader to the story
affecting the reader’s emotions
3
Q
Tone
A
is a narrator’s attitude towards the subject matter and audience
4
Q
Repetition
A
the reappearance of words or sounds for effect
5
Q
Uses of repetition
A
affect meaning
create rhythm
suggests emotion
emphasize ideas
6
Q
Author’s purpose
A
is her/his reason for writing a literary work
7
Q
What helps shape the author’s purpose
A
the author’s audience and message
8
Q
What is an author’s message
A
author’s underlying theme or message
9
Q
How does an author develop a specific message
A
through word choice
10
Q
How to draw a conclusion about purpose, audience, and message
A
analyze imagery
analyze repetition
analyze tone
