Grade 8 Reading SOL Practice CFA

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.

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What is imagery in literature?

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Descriptive language that creates vivid pictures in the reader's mind, often using sensory details.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The underlying message or main idea that the author wants to convey about life or human nature.

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What is personification?

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A figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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To create more interesting and vivid descriptions, enhance meaning, and evoke emotions.

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What does it mean to connect while reading?

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To relate the text to one's own experiences, other texts, or the world, enhancing understanding.

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What is the main conflict in a story?

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The central struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.

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What is the difference between a summary and a theme?

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A summary is a brief retelling of the main points of a story, while a theme is the deeper message or lesson.