A comparison of two unlike things in which a word of comparison (like or as) is used (e.g., She eats like a bird.).
The pattern or structure of word order in sentences, clauses and phrases.
Reading in which a questioning attitude, logical analysis and inference are used to judge the worth of text; evaluating relevancy and adequacy of what is read; the judgement of validity or worth of what is read, based on sound criteria.
The study of meaning in language.
How an author writes; an author’s use of language; its effects and appropriateness to the author’s intent and theme.
A systematic inquiry into a subject or problem in order to discover, verify or revise relevant facts or principles having to do with that subject or problem.
5 True/False Question
Voice → The fluency, rhythm and liveliness in writing that makes it unique to the writer.
Synonym → The pattern or structure of word order in sentences, clauses and phrases.
Satire → How an author writes; an author’s use of language; its effects and appropriateness to the author’s intent and theme.
Theme → A topic of discussion or writing; a major idea broad enough to cover the entire scope of a literary work.
Subject area → A literary tone used to ridicule or make fun of human vice or weakness.