10-24-24 Academic Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is a 'Detail'?

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A particular fact or piece of information.

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What does 'Determine' mean?

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To figure out.

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Who is referred to as a 'Character/Individual' in a literary work?

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A personality.

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What does it mean to 'Describe'?

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To give an account in words.

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What are 'Components'?

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Parts or pieces.

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What is a 'Setting' in a story?

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The time and place where the story occurs.

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What does 'Analyze' mean?

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To examine in detail.

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What is a 'Theme' in literature?

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The main idea or underlying message.

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What does 'Summarize' mean?

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To give a brief statement of the main points.

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What is a 'Plot'?

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The sequence of events in a story.