Review for Flashcard on Benchmark Terms

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What is an allusion?

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A reference to another work of literature, person, or event to give a text deeper meaning. Example: 'He was her Romeo.'

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What should you look for to understand the author's perspective in an informational passage?

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An opinion.

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What is a stanza?

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A group of lines in a poem.

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What is conflicting evidence?

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Evidence that supports the opposing argument (opposite side's claim).

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What is dramatic irony?

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When a reader knows something that a character does not know.

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What is imagery?

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates a visual representation.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is tone in literature?

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The author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is a fact?

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A statement that can be proven true or false.

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What is an opinion?

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A personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof.