Writing the resolution of 'The Iron Man'.
I can write the resolution of 'The Iron Man'.
Writing the resolution of 'The Iron Man'.
I can write the resolution of 'The Iron Man'.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- In the resolution, the Iron Man finds a new home in a metal scrapyard and he no longer needs the farmers’ machinery.
- Exaggeration is a key part of conveying positive emotions in the resolution of a narrative.
- Superlative adjectives and similes are used to exaggerate and build imagery for the reader.
- Superlatives are used to compare one noun to an entire group of nouns, placing it at a higher degree.
- A simile is a linguistic device that compares two things using ‘like’ or ‘as’, highlighting similarities.
Keywords
Resolution - the part of the story that resolves the problem and allows readers to reflect
Exaggeration - overstating for dramatic effect
Imagery - the use of language to create a vivid image in the reader’s mind
Superlative - the form of an adjective that compares one noun to an entire group of nouns, placing it at a higher degree
Simile - a linguistic device that compares two things using ‘like’ or ‘as’, highlighting similarities
Common misconception
Children may find it hard to determine which suffix or word to use to form superlatives.
Encourage children to orally rehearse the superlative forms of adjectives to check that they sound correct.
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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
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He gazed in wonder at the most exquisite metal scrapyard.
Hogarth guided the giant through the town and the farmers followed.
As they came to a halt, the Iron Man could not believe his eyes.
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