English 2 STAAR Prep Practice

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What is the best way to end a persuasive essay?

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You should write a counter-argument and restate your thesis.

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What term describes the author's attitude or feelings towards the writing and the readers?

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Tone

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Which sentence uses 'except' or 'accept' correctly?

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The movie was great except for the ending.

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What does 'Theme' in literature mean?

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Theme is the message the writer is trying to share with the reader.

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What words indicate that a passage is structured in cause and effect?

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consequently, effect, cause, because, therefore, so

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What is a persuasive essay?

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A persuasive essay is a piece of writing that aims to convince the reader of a particular point of view.

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What is the purpose of a counter-argument in an essay?

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To acknowledge opposing viewpoints and strengthen your own argument.

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What is the difference between 'mood' and 'tone' in literature?

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Mood refers to the emotional atmosphere of a piece, while tone refers to the author's attitude towards the subject.

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

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the essay.

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What are transition words and why are they important?

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Transition words help to guide the reader through the text and clarify relationships between ideas.