UNIT 2 VOCABULARY (ELA)

A piece of writing that discusses a theme or big idea about a book/story.

Adding detail or more information to further explain something.

When an author describes the relationship between two or more things. These things may be: people/actions/beliefs/places

Facts, statistics, quotes, and examples are used to support your opinion.

The events that make up a story.

A skill or technique an author uses to tell a story to the reader. These may be narrative elements or literary devices.

Collecting and presenting evidence, allowing the reader to make an informed decision regarding the topic.

Conclusions that the writer draws from facts. They are not facts.

The central topic a text talks about. Ask yourself: What is this story about? What is the author trying to teach me?