ELA terms for Standardized Tests

Front

A conclusion a reader draws based on details in the text. Not directly stated.

Back

Inference

Front

Words, phrases, or pictures in a text that support an idea.

Back

Textual Evidence

Front

The major lesson or idea found in a text. Usually refers to fiction and poetry.

Back

Theme

Front

To show

Back

Convey

Front

A statement that tells what the text is about.

Back

Summary

Front

The events that happen in a story.

Back

Plot

Front

The feelings and emotions a reader has because of a text

Back

Mood

Front

The attitude of a writer toward a subject.

Back

Tone

Front

Denotation

Back

The dictionary definition of a word; the literal meaning.

Front

The ideas or feelings that result from hearing or reading a word or phrase

Back

Connotation