8th Grade L.8.1.a, b, c; L.8.2.a, c; L.8.3.a; L.8.4.a; L.8.5.a

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What is passive voice?

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Passive voice is a grammatical construction where the subject of the sentence is acted upon by the verb. For example, 'The homework was completed by John.'

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What is an infinitive?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb, often preceded by 'to'. For example, in the sentence 'She likes to cook Italian dishes,' 'to cook' is the infinitive.

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What is active voice?

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Active voice is a grammatical construction where the subject of the sentence performs the action of the verb. For example, 'The teacher is checking the homework.'

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How is a dash used in a sentence?

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A dash is used to create a strong break in the structure of a sentence, often to add emphasis or an explanation. For example, 'She is the best friend—no, the sister I never had.'

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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'. For example, 'He’s as strong as an ox' is a simile.

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What is the difference between active and passive voice?

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In active voice, the subject performs the action (e.g., 'The cat chased the mouse'), while in passive voice, the subject receives the action (e.g., 'The homework was completed by John').

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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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. For example, 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What is the purpose of using figurative language?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and expressing ideas in creative ways, making the text more engaging.