ELA Review Work

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. For example, 'skating on thin ice' means being in a risky situation.

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What does it mean to infer something in reading?

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To infer means to make a logical conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is a claim in a text?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true. It is often supported by evidence.

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What does 'unanimously' mean?

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Unanimously means without disagreement; all members agree.

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What is tone in literature?

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

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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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 by stating one is the other.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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What is the purpose of persuasive writing?

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The purpose of persuasive writing is to convince the reader to accept a particular point of view or take a specific action.