First Day of School HMH

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What does the word 'lingered' mean?

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To remain in a place longer than necessary; to dawdle or hang around.

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What type of sentence is 'Taylor decided to go to the football game with a friend'?

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Simple sentence: It has one independent clause.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A sentence that has one independent clause and at least one subordinate clause.

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How do readers learn that a day is different in a story?

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Through character actions and dialogue.

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Why does the author include details about the National Guard?

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To add tension to the situation and complicate the plot.

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What is a synonym for 'remained'?

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Lingered.

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What is the definition of a simple sentence?

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A sentence that contains one independent clause and no subordinate clauses.

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What is the purpose of dialogue in a story?

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To reveal character relationships and advance the plot.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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What does 'add tension' mean in a narrative?

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To create suspense or conflict that engages the reader.