Comprehensive English Study Notes-revised3

To ___ means to pause before doing something because you are unsure.

___ is the unfair treatment of a person or group.

___ shows something will be true no matter what condition.

What was the atmosphere like before the chaos unfolded, described as ___?

What specific detail does the character focus on that builds atmosphere and tension?

A tall figure stood nearby, wrapped in a cloak that glimmered like ___ water, watching Jax with calm ___.

Instead of eyes, the hood revealed two soft, glowing shapes—like ___ floating in the dark.

The atmosphere was rich with ___ details, creating a sense of ___ appearance.

This was not his backyard anymore; ___ had arrived.

Returning to a wider perspective allows the reader to process the ___ of the situation.

There was a ___ that anyone who entered the forest never returned.

In the dark tunnel, he began to ___ over loose stones on the floor.

The dream was so ___ that she could still smell the smoke when she woke up.

The air around the portal was full of strange ___ that shook the ground.

The water in the cave was described as ___, meaning it was not deep.

He aimed to use ___ language when addressing the ancient queen, meaning it was suitable for the situation.

The dancing lights were meant to ___ intruders from the hidden doorway, taking their attention away.

The two bells rang in ___ chimes, meaning they happened at exactly the same time.

Something seemed to ___ just beyond the torchlight, indicating it was hiding while waiting to be seen.

She was ___ enough to explore the library without a guide, meaning she could do things alone.

The ___ sound in the forest was the low hum of unseen insects, indicating it was the strongest in the group.

The magic began to ___ his shape, meaning it twisted out of the normal reflection in the pool.

When action is very extreme or serious, it is described as ___.

To affect someone so strongly that they cannot think or cope is to ___.

When things are very different from each other and show variety, they are ___.

Something that is strange or unusual, sometimes in a charming way, is described as ___.

If something is almost correct but not exact, it is ___.

The process of becoming worse over time is called ___.

Something that exists beneath the surface and is the real but hidden cause is ___.

Feeling worried or nervous about something that might happen is to feel ___.

A powerful effect or force, or the act of one thing hitting another, is called ___.

When something is real and sincere, not fake, it is ___.

To ___ means to completely destroy a building or structure.

A ___ change happens slowly over time, not suddenly.

Something that is ___ causes problems or difficulty; hard to deal with.

A ___ is when two facts or ideas cannot both be true at the same time.

___ are the results or effects of an action.

Something that is ___ is clever, complex, or advanced.

___ research is done with a lot of care and hard work.

___ refers to slow rotting or breakdown over time.

The ___ of something refers to its size or importance.

To be ___ means to continue to happen or exist, even when it's difficult.

The word 'whatever' means '___ that'.

The phrase 'as a result of' introduces a ___.

The phrase 'rather than' shows a ___ between two options.

___ shows strong contrast; surprising opposite.

___ introduces a condition.

___ shows purpose; 'so that ... can'.

___ is a formal way to show purpose.

___ shows what to do if something happens.

___ shows purpose or result.

___ shows a condition that must be met.

___ compares two things.

___ introduces a comparison or impression.

___ shows something appears to be true.

___ is similar to 'as if', suggesting appearance.

___ expresses a wish or regret.

The ___ wind scratched at their faces as they climbed the cliff.

It was the most ___ landscape he had ever seen, with floating rocks and purple grass.

To say you think something is probably true, you might use the word ___.

Her voice was full of ___ when she called his name, indicating great pain, worry, or sadness.

Stepping on the glowing stone was a ___ that woke the guardian, indicating a serious mistake often due to carelessness.

The small boat had the ___ to carry only three people safely, meaning it was the maximum amount it could hold.

The volcano had been ___ for centuries, meaning it was not active now but able to become active in the future.

He began to ___ as the strange figure stepped closer, indicating he shook slightly because of fear.

The once noble king had become ___ after years of secret power.

They found a ___ village hidden deep in the mountains.

The next decision was ___ if they wanted to survive the night.

The sky seemed to stretch into ___ darkness above them.

His mind was in ___ as he tried to understand what had happened.

It was ___ that they remembered the guardian's exact instructions.

A tall, cloaked figure began to ___ from the swirling mist.

The idea that the tree could talk seemed ___, until it answered him.

The rebels planned a careful ___ to free the realm from its ruler.

The doorway was covered in an ___ pattern of golden symbols.

Water was ___ if they hoped to cross the glowing desert.

A ___ is a word that describes an action, state, or occurrence.

Examples of action verbs include 'tumbled', 'landed', and ___ .

Every clause must have a ___.

A ___ is a word or phrase that joins two independent clauses together.

Level 1 connectives are used for ___ connections.

Examples of Level 1 connectives include 'because', 'unless', and ___.

Level 2 connectives show ___ relationships.

An example of a Level 3 connective is ___.

Connectives help create more sophisticated, ___ sentences.

Connectives are the ___ that holds sophisticated writing together.

A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to separate ___ and create clarity in writing.

One main use for commas is after ___ adverbials.

In lists, commas are used to separate items such as 'a wooden table, a dusty jar, and ___ shadows.'

Commas are used around extra information, also known as ___ clauses.

Correct comma use shows ___ writing and helps your reader understand your meaning clearly!

An adverb is a word that describes how, when, where, or to what ___ an action happens.

Adverbs often end in '-ly' but not ___.

To identify adverbs, ask yourself: 'How is the action being ___?'

Adverbs add ___ and sophistication to your writing by showing exactly how an action is performed!

A relative clause is a phrase that adds extra information about a ___.

A relative clause starts with a relative pronoun: ___, ___, ___, or ___.

The structure of a relative clause is [Noun] + [relative pronoun] + [verb] + [rest of __].

An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a ___.

The Five-Part Framework helps create engaging stories with varied ___ and ___.

Starting a story at an exciting moment is known as ___ (In Medias Res).

To write a DROP, choose a moment of action or ___ and use strong verbs.

What is the significance of the ___ doorway that the character encounters?

How did the character find themselves in this ___ situation?

To expect something to happen and prepare for it is to ___.

What had the character been doing just an hour ago before everything changed?

The order of adjectives when using multiple is: opinion > size > shape > colour > ___.

Strong adjectives create vivid imagery and help your reader see what you're ___.

Comparative adjectives usually end in "-er" or use "___".

An example of a comparative adjective is "___".

Superlative adjectives usually end in "-est" or use "___".

An example of a superlative adjective is "___".

An abstract noun represents something you cannot ___ or ___.

An example of an abstract noun is "___".

A concrete noun is a word that names something you can ___, ___, ___, ___, or ___.

An example of a concrete noun is "___".

Concrete nouns help ground your writing in ___ and create sensory imagery.

A ___ is a word or phrase that describes or changes the meaning of another word.

Examples of single-word modifiers include ___ and ___.

The phrase 'wrapped in a cloak' is an example of a ___ modifier.

Modifiers create vivid, detailed descriptions, as seen in the difference between 'the figure' and 'the ___ figure wrapped in a glimmering cloak.'

The character's thoughts or feelings about the situation can create ___ toward the story's conflict.

In the narrative, the character often makes a ___ about what to do next.

The example from the booklet describes a house that seemed to belong to another ___ altogether.

The phrase 'Despite his fear, he felt ___ to uncover the truth' captures the character's determination.

The peculiar landscape seemed both ___ and fascinating, reflecting the character's mixed emotions.

A ___ is a very bad disaster or terrible event.

They decided to continue their journey through the mountains ___ the hazardous storm.

The quickest route was also the most ___ according to the map.

A beam of bright light began to ___ from the centre of the stone circle.

Climbing the steep, rocky path seemed to ___ every bit of energy he had.

The river seemed to ___ lazily through the glowing purple fields.

Her ability to stay calm in danger was ___ for someone her age.

There was a ___ lie in his story, but no one was brave enough to challenge him.

Jax began to ___ that the cloaked figure was a friend, even though he had no proof.

The forest was dark and confusing, but ___ it was just a test of their courage.

The message carved into the wall was full of ___, so they argued about what it meant.

The swirling colours in the sky made her feel ___ as if the world were spinning too fast.

To ___ trust with the strange guardian before asking for help.

A bitter ___ between the two villages had lasted for generations.

The villagers began to ___ when they learned the truth about their ruler.

As the sun began to set, their confidence started to ___.

They tried to ___ the guards by slipping silently through the shadows.

An ___ silence settled over the group when no one could decide what to do next.

Under normal ___ he would have turned back, but today he stepped forward.

A ___ light flickered at the end of the tunnel, barely bright enough to see.

He had a strange ___ that the forest might be alive and listening.

She looked ___ when she realised her brother had vanished into the portal.

The quiet boy had the ___ to become a remarkable leader.

The instructions seemed ___, but carrying them out was far more challenging.

A ___ is a serious disagreement or struggle between fear and curiosity.

The travellers were ___ of the silent figure watching them from the trees.

Once they started running, the group built up ___ and didn't dare to stop.

They needed a ___ map to find the hidden entrance in the cliff.

It was not ___ to think they could cross the desert with only one bottle of water.

Climbing the icy tower was the greatest ___ they had ever faced.

He didn't want to ___ the guardian by asking too many rude questions.

An ___ symbol glowed faintly on the cave wall, half-hidden by moss.

The term ___ means easily broken or damaged, as in 'The fragile glass orb glowed softly in his shaking hands.'

___ refers to playful trouble or minor bad behaviour, as in 'A spark of mischief shone in her eyes as she planned a harmless prank.'

The word ___ describes something very valuable or important, as in 'The book was precious, containing knowledge that could change their world.'

To ___ means to confuse someone completely; to puzzle, as in 'The guardian's strange riddle continued to mystify them all night.'

___ is an unfair negative opinion about a group, not based on reason, as in 'Their prejudice against outsiders made it hard for Jax to earn their trust.'

___ refers to nervous worry or strain, as in 'There was a heavy tension in the air as the trial began.'

The term ___ means not related or important to what is being discussed, as in 'The colour of the door was irrelevant; what mattered was what lay behind it.'

___ describes having a strong attractive power, as in 'The glowing stone had a magnetic pull that drew him closer.'

The word ___ means unfriendly or aggressive, as in 'The once calm sky turned hostile, filled with dark, spinning clouds.'

To ___ means to find the way, especially when travelling, as in 'It was difficult to navigate through the thick, swirling mist.'

___ refers to the feeling or mood of a place, as in 'The atmosphere in the cave was thick with fear and curiosity.'

___ means refusing to obey rules or authority, as in 'Her rebellious spirit would not let her accept an unjust command.'

The connective ___ gives a reason for something.

They could not enter the tower ___ the guardian gave them permission.

___ shows something happens later in time.

___ shows two things happening at the same time, or a contrast.

___ shows something happens earlier in time.

They walked in silence ___ the trees began to whisper their names.

___ shows what has happened when a later moment comes.

___ shows time from a point, or gives a reason.

___ shows the moment something happens.

___ can show time, reason, or the way something happens.

They would be safe ___ they stayed inside the circle of light.

___ shows something happens immediately after another action.

___ shows contrast with something that might have stopped it.

___ shows contrast, similar to 'although'.

The connective 'although' introduces a ___ idea.

The phrase 'now that' shows a ___ situation that changes things.

The connective 'just as' shows two things happening at the same time, or a strong ___.

The phrase 'as much as' balances two ___ or ideas.

The word 'wherever' means 'in ___ place where'.

The connective 'whereas' contrasts two different things ___.

The word 'whether' introduces ___ or possibilities.

The word 'whenever' means '___ time that'.

The word 'whoever' means '___ person who'.