ELA State Test Day 1 Cool Down

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What are the components of plot?

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Exposition, rising action, climax, resolution.

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What is a good way to start analyzing word choice?

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"The use of the word ______ shows..."

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Why would an author use imagery?

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To help the reader imagine sensory details.

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What is a 'connotation'?

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Whether a word is positive, negative, or neutral.

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What does GBTTT stand for?

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Go Back to the Text.

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What is the purpose of exposition in a story?

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To introduce the setting, characters, and background information.

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What is rising action in a plot?

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The series of events that create suspense and lead to the climax.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The turning point or most intense moment in the plot.

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What is resolution in a plot?

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The conclusion where conflicts are resolved.

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How does word choice affect a reader's understanding?

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It conveys tone and can influence emotions.