ELEMENTS OF A TEXT

Front

What is the first paragraph of a piece of writing that defines or describes the topic and sets the tone for the rest of the work?

Back

Introduction

Front

What is a statement that can be supported by evidence and is used to persuade the reader?

Back

Argument

Front

What is the term for the emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing?

Back

Tone

Front

What is the term for the central message or insight revealed through a literary work?

Back

Theme

Front

What is the information used in writing that is directly pulled from a reliable or verified source?

Back

Evidence

Front

What is the term for the main character in a story?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the term for the opposing force or character in a story?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What is the sequence of events that make up a story?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the time and place in which a story occurs?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the author's attitude toward the subject matter or audience?

Back

Tone