American Lit EOC practice 2

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Correct spelling of the word: 'definitely'

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Definitely is the correct spelling.

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Choose the correct pronoun: Whenever students are under a great deal of stress, ________ often stop studying.

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They is the correct pronoun.

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What characterizes literature from the Romantic era?

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The power and value of emotion, compared to reason and intellect.

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Define tone in literature.

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Tone is the author's attitude towards the subject.

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Fill in the blank with the correct transition word: We live in the same building; ___, we hardly see each other.

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However is the correct transition word.

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What is the main focus of Romantic literature?

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Romantic literature emphasizes emotion and individualism.

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Define 'theme' in literature.

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Theme is the central idea or message in a literary work.

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What is a metaphor?

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

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What does 'imagery' refer to in literature?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the senses.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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