09ENG: Terminology for Assessment in the Examination

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Adjective

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A word naming an attribute of a noun.

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Adverb

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A word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb.

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Alliteration

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The occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words.

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Allusion

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An expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly.

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Analogy

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A comparison between one thing and another, for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

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Anecdote

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A short amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.

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Annotation

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A note by way of explanation or comment added to a text or diagram.

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Argument

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A reason or set of reasons given in support of an idea, action, or theory.

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Assonance

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Resemblance of sound between syllables of nearby words.

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Bias

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Inclination or prejudice for or against one entity, especially in a way considered to be unfair.