Unit 1 Formative 1B 2020-2021

Inference

A prediction or conclusion that the reader comes to based on the text. It is NOT stated directly in the text. The reader must read between the lines.

Summary (main ideas that make up a summary)

A simplified version of a text or piece of text. It only focuses on the main ideas and does not include any minor details. It does NOT include direct quotes from the text. Think of the plot line and the major components: characters, conflict, attempts to solve the conflict, climax, and resolution.

Legitimate

Real; done based on fact and reason

Theme

The lesson or take away of the MAIN character. What can be learned from how he/she dealt with the main conflict in the story?

Main conflict

The main problem in the story. It is ALWAYS introduced in the beginning of the story. If an issue occurs or is presented in the middle of the story, it IS NOT the main conflict.

Developed throughout

What happens or what is done throughout the story to create an idea

Grief

extreme sadness that is typically felt after a loss

Contribute to the plot

ow does an event lead to other events happening

Plot

the main events in the story

Best support

to best proves the idea that is presented

Worried away

to do quickly while filled with concern

Regret

to feel guilty about

Emphasizes

to stress or show the importance of something

Wheedled

to work at something tirelessly and carefully