English Final Flashcards
Phrases
Groups of words that function as a single unit in a sentence.
Prepositional
A type of phrase that begins with a preposition and includes its object.
Adjective Phrase
An adjective phrase, or adjectival phrase, is a group of words that include an adjective that modifies (changes) a noun or pronoun.
Adverb Phrase
An adverbial phrase is a group of words that acts like an adverb
Verbals
Verb forms used as other parts of speech, such as gerunds, participles, and infinitives.
Verbal phrases
Phrases that contain a verbal (gerund, participle, or infinitive).
Participle
A verbal that functions as an adjective, often ending in -ing or -ed.
Gerund
A verbal that functions as a noun, ending in -ing.
Infinitive
A verbal consisting of “to” followed by a verb, often used as a noun, adjective, or adverb.
Appositives
Nouns or noun phrases that rename or explain another noun.
Independent clause
A group of words that contains a subject and predicate and can stand alone as a complete sentence.
Dependent clause
A group of words that contains a subject and predicate but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.
What is a simple sentnce
- Indenpendent clause
protagonist
The main character in a story.
antagonist
The character or force in conflict with the protagonist.
flat
A character lacking depth and development.
dynamic
A character undergoing significant internal change or development.
static
A character remaining unchanged throughout the story.
stereotypical/stock
A character fitting a fixed set of characteristics.
irony (verbal)
A situation where the speaker says something but means the opposite.
foil
A character highlighting and contrasting with other characters.
irony (dramatic)
A situation where the audience knows something the characters do not.
irony (situational)
A situation where there is a discrepancy between expectation and reality.
allusion
A brief reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, or literary significance.
hyperbole
Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
satire
A work ridiculing human vices or folly, often using humor.
symbol
A word or object representing something beyond its literal meaning.
tone
The author’s attitude toward the subject or audience.
motif
A recurring theme or idea in a literary work.
diction
The author’s choice of words and phrases.
foreshadowing
A hint of what is to come later in the story.
When Grizzlies Walked Upright - Modoc
A Modoc Native American creation story describing the origins of grizzlies and their upright walking.
The Earth on Turtle’s Back - Onondaga
An Onondaga Native American creation story explaining the creation of the Earth on the back of a turtle.
Navajo Origin Legend - Navajo
A Navajo Native American creation story recounting the origin of the Navajo people.
Fables
Short stories featuring animals that convey moral lessons.
“Surrender Speech” (1832) - Blackhawk
Blackhawk’s speech discusses the loss of Native American lands and conveys a sense of surrender and resilience.
Writing style of fables
The manner in which fables are written, often using anthropomorphic characters.Able to convy moral information with little vocabulary.
Whatare the General structure/strategies of fables
The overall organization and techniques used in writing fables.
Definition of Voice of text
it refers to the unique character and tone of the author’s writing, encompassing word choice, sentence structure, and overall perspective. it also can talk about the audience.
“Fish Cheeks” - Amy Tan
Amy Tan reflects on cultural identity and acceptance in a personal and relatable context.
Purpose of fables
The reason for writing fables, often to teach moral lessons.
“My Name” - Sandra Cisneros
Sandra Cisneros explores the theme of identity and self-discovery in the narrative.
“There Will Come Soft Rains” - Ray Bradbury
In a haunting poem, Bradbury’s smart house continues its daily routine for a family long vanished in nuclear apocalypse.
“I hear America singing” - Walt Whitman
Walt Whitman celebrates the diverse voices and labor of the American people.
“Letter from Birmingham Jail” - MLK
Martin Luther King Jr. passionately expresses his views on civil rights and justice in a letter from jail.
“What to the Slave is the Fourth of July” - Frederick Douglas
Frederick Douglass critiques slavery and inequality in his powerful Fourth of July address.
Compound sentence
2 or more independent clauses
Complex
1 independent clause or 1 more depedent clause
compound complex
2 or more independent clauses 1 or more dependent clauses
Declarative Sentence
These sentences simply state a fact or opinion. They end with a period and convey information without seeking a response.
Interrogative Sentence
These sentences ask a question. They end with a question mark and aim to elicit information from the listener or reader.
Imperative Sentence
These sentences give commands or make requests. They often end with a period or exclamation mark and tell someone to do something.
Exclamatory Sentence
These sentences express strong emotions or surprise. They end with an exclamation mark and emphasize a feeling.
