Introduction to 8th Grade ELA

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Repetition

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The repeating of a particular sound to create an effect.

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Tone

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The attitude of a writer toward a subject or an audience, conveyed through word choice and viewpoint.

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Paraphrase

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To restate something in your own words.

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Logos

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The logical appeal used to persuade an audience with reason, facts, and figures.

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Rhyme

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A sound device where the ending sounds of words are similar, often used in poetry.

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Mood

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The emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing, influencing how the reader feels.

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Bias

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A tendency to favor one perspective over another, often leading to a lack of objectivity.

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Denotation

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The literal or primary meaning of a word, as opposed to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.

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Ethos

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The ethical appeal, used to persuade an audience by establishing credibility and trust.

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Alliteration

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.