Reading SOL Review

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What is the Harlem Renaissance?

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A cultural, social, and artistic explosion that took place in Harlem, New York, during the 1920s, primarily involving African American artists, writers, and musicians.

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Define connotation.

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The emotional meaning or association that a word carries, beyond its literal definition.

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What does chronological order mean in writing?

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A pattern of writing that organizes events in the order they occurred.

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What is dramatic irony?

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A situation in which the audience knows more about the events of a story than the characters do, creating a contrast between the character's understanding and the reality.

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What type of irony is demonstrated by a robbery at a police station?

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Situational irony, as the outcome is unexpected given the context.

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What is a fact?

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A statement that can be proven true or false.

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What is an opinion?

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A personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof or certainty.

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What is the difference between a synonym and an antonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word, while an antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning.

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What is the purpose of expository writing?

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To explain, inform, or describe a topic to the reader.

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What does it mean to compare and contrast?

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To identify similarities and differences between two or more subjects.