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Phrases

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Groups of words that function as a single unit in a sentence.

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Prepositional

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A type of phrase that begins with a preposition and includes its object.

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Adjective Phrase

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An adjective phrase, or adjectival phrase, is a group of words that include an adjective that modifies (changes) a noun or pronoun.

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Adverb Phrase

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An adverbial phrase is a group of words that acts like an adverb

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Verbals

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Verb forms used as other parts of speech, such as gerunds, participles, and infinitives.

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Verbal phrases

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Phrases that contain a verbal (gerund, participle, or infinitive).

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Participle

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A verbal that functions as an adjective, often ending in -ing or -ed.

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Gerund

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A verbal that functions as a noun, ending in -ing.

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Infinitive

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A verbal consisting of “to” followed by a verb, often used as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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Appositives

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Nouns or noun phrases that rename or explain another noun.

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Independent clause

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A group of words that contains a subject and predicate and can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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Dependent clause

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A group of words that contains a subject and predicate but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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What is a simple sentnce

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  1. Indenpendent clause
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protagonist

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The main character in a story.

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antagonist

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The character or force in conflict with the protagonist.

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flat

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A character lacking depth and development.

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dynamic

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A character undergoing significant internal change or development.

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static

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A character remaining unchanged throughout the story.

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stereotypical/stock

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A character fitting a fixed set of characteristics.

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irony (verbal)

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A situation where the speaker says something but means the opposite.

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foil

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A character highlighting and contrasting with other characters.

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irony (dramatic)

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A situation where the audience knows something the characters do not.

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irony (situational)

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A situation where there is a discrepancy between expectation and reality.

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allusion

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A brief reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, or literary significance.

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hyperbole

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Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

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satire

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A work ridiculing human vices or folly, often using humor.

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symbol

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A word or object representing something beyond its literal meaning.

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tone

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The author’s attitude toward the subject or audience.

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motif

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A recurring theme or idea in a literary work.

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diction

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The author’s choice of words and phrases.

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foreshadowing

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A hint of what is to come later in the story.

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When Grizzlies Walked Upright - Modoc

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A Modoc Native American creation story describing the origins of grizzlies and their upright walking.

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The Earth on Turtle’s Back - Onondaga

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An Onondaga Native American creation story explaining the creation of the Earth on the back of a turtle.

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Navajo Origin Legend - Navajo

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A Navajo Native American creation story recounting the origin of the Navajo people.

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Fables

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Short stories featuring animals that convey moral lessons.

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“Surrender Speech” (1832) - Blackhawk

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Blackhawk’s speech discusses the loss of Native American lands and conveys a sense of surrender and resilience.

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Writing style of fables

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The manner in which fables are written, often using anthropomorphic characters.Able to convy moral information with little vocabulary.

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Whatare the General structure/strategies of fables

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The overall organization and techniques used in writing fables.

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Definition of Voice of text

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it refers to the unique character and tone of the author’s writing, encompassing word choice, sentence structure, and overall perspective. it also can talk about the audience.

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“Fish Cheeks” - Amy Tan

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Amy Tan reflects on cultural identity and acceptance in a personal and relatable context.

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Purpose of fables

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The reason for writing fables, often to teach moral lessons.

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“My Name” - Sandra Cisneros

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Sandra Cisneros explores the theme of identity and self-discovery in the narrative.

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“There Will Come Soft Rains” - Ray Bradbury

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In a haunting poem, Bradbury’s smart house continues its daily routine for a family long vanished in nuclear apocalypse.

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“I hear America singing” - Walt Whitman

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Walt Whitman celebrates the diverse voices and labor of the American people.

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“Letter from Birmingham Jail” - MLK

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Martin Luther King Jr. passionately expresses his views on civil rights and justice in a letter from jail.

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“What to the Slave is the Fourth of July” - Frederick Douglas

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Frederick Douglass critiques slavery and inequality in his powerful Fourth of July address.

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Compound sentence

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2 or more independent clauses

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Complex

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1 independent clause or 1 more depedent clause

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compound complex

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2 or more independent clauses 1 or more dependent clauses

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Declarative Sentence

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These sentences simply state a fact or opinion. They end with a period and convey information without seeking a response.

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Interrogative Sentence

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These sentences ask a question. They end with a question mark and aim to elicit information from the listener or reader.

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Imperative Sentence

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These sentences give commands or make requests. They often end with a period or exclamation mark and tell someone to do something.

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Exclamatory Sentence

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These sentences express strong emotions or surprise. They end with an exclamation mark and emphasize a feeling.

English 2 - Chandler (14 decks)

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