Benchmark Review ELA 3rd Grade

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What is chronological order?

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Chronological order is the arrangement of events in the order they happened, from first to last.

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What does 'not accepted' mean?

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'Not accepted' means that something is not allowed or approved.

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation, often to create a more vivid image.

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What does it mean when two people are 'like two peas in a pod'?

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It means that the two people are very close friends or have a strong bond.

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What is a comparison organizational pattern?

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A comparison organizational pattern shows how two or more things are alike and different.

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What is a cause and effect organizational pattern?

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A cause and effect organizational pattern explains why something happened (the cause) and what happened as a result (the effect).

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What is a problem/solution organizational pattern?

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A problem/solution organizational pattern presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions.

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What does 'keep trying' mean?

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'Keep trying' means to continue making an effort, even if you face difficulties.

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What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting in a text?

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The purpose is to highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey.