8th ELA Review Skills

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What does the word 'tranquil' mean?

Back

calm

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Which third person point of view does not include the thoughts and feelings of any character?

Back

third person objective

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What does the simile 'My mom can be as fiery as a volcano when I don't do my chores on time' mean?

Back

She gets really angry.

Front

What are INFERENCES?

Back

They are when you draw conclusions.

Front

What does the word 'vacate' mean?

Back

to leave

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A figure of speech comparing two different things using 'like' or 'as.'

Front

What is the definition of 'third person limited'?

Back

A narrative perspective where the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of one character.

Front

What is the definition of 'third person omniscient'?

Back

A narrative perspective where the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters.

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What does it mean to make an inference?

Back

To draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning.

Front

What is the meaning of the word 'hectic'?

Back

Characterized by intense activity, confusion, or haste.