summary
A retelling of the most important parts of what was read.
fact
A statement that can be proved.
opinion
A belief or view about something, can't be proven
infer
An educated guess, based on clues
adjectives
Describing words
compare
Show how things are similar or alike
contrast
Find differences
transition
A word or phrase that links one idea to the next and carries the reader from sentence to sentence, paragraph to paragraph
voice
A writer's unique use of language that allows a reader to perceive a human personality in his or her writing.
plot
Sequence of events in a story
visuals
photos, graphics
engaging
interesting or pleasant in a way that attracts attention
bibliography
A document showing all the sources used to research information.
accurate
correct
persuade
convince