Reading notes

Tells the story

The central character is challenged by forces that are not of this world.

Jess left the pizza crust on her floor.

Kim has many outfits and accessories. It took her forever to choose an outfit to impress Kevin.

A problem that the main character or characters face

The central character struggles against animals, the elements or other natural forces.

Text makes arguments

Narrator explicitly describes a character.

What are the 3 main purposes an author writes?

Evan overthrew the ball and broke his mom's window. He told her a bird flew into the window.

When the characters speak

Writing to entertain examples...

Examples of writing to persuade...

Tom struggled in school but tried hard.

A students struggle against the urge to play video games rather than do his homework.

A young woman fights to gain admittance in an elite prep school that was only for boys.

An elderly man struggles to learn how to use his new phone.

The central character faces an internal struggle

Text is a poem, story, or play

Two boxers who were formerly friends compete for the championship belt.

Character traits reveled through actions

A group of colonists struggle to survive the winter in a strange land.

Mr. Morton was teaching the students. Chris let out a big yawn.

writing to inform examples...

Tim ran into a display of soup cans knocking them over, then ran into a cart breaking the eggs.

When the narrator speaks

The central character or group of characters battles against traditions, institutions, or laws.

The central character faces opposition from another person or group of people.

The central character struggles with or against the forces of technology.

Text mainly gives facts and information

Pam was lazy but learned quickly.