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What is a metaphor

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Comparing two things by saying they are the other

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Fill in the blank: The main purpose of a persuasive text is to ______.

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convince the reader

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What is the term for the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words?

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Alliteration

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses ‘like’ or ‘as’ to compare, while a metaphor states one thing is another.

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What is an example of a dramatic irony?

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When the audience knows something that the characters do not.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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To present the main argument or claim of the essay.

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True or False: A hyperbole is an understated statement.

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False

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What is the term for the main character in a story?

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Protagonist

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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the time and place in which a story occurs.

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setting

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a form of figurative language? A) Metaphor B) Hyperbole C) Expository D) Personification

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C) Expository

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True or False: A fable typically includes animals that speak and act like humans.

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True

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in an essay?

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To summarize the main points and restate the thesis.

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What is irony?

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A contrast between expectation and reality.

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Fill in the blank: A ______ is a short, witty remark or saying.

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quip

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What does the term ‘tone’ refer to in writing?

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The author’s attitude toward the subject.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a secondary source? A) A diary B) A newspaper article C) A photograph D) A government report

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B) A newspaper article

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What is the definition of ‘context’ in literature?

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The circumstances surrounding the creation of a text.

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True or False: A narrative essay tells a story with a clear sequence of events.

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True

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing.

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mood

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What is the significance of using varied sentence structure in writing?

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To create interest and rhythm in the text.

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