Brain Boost December 6, 2024

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What event makes Marley show ferocity?

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A stranger holding one of the children.

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What does the word 'banshee' most likely mean?

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A mythical creature known for its wild and loud behavior.

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What is the message or lesson that the author wants you to learn from the story?

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Theme.

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What supports the main idea in a text?

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Details.

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What does 'point of view' mean in literature?

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The author's or narrator's opinion or attitude.

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Which sentence best shows the narrator's point of view about Marley?

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I didn’t want him to leave this world believing all his bad press. He was a great dog!

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What is the definition of 'theme' in literature?

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The central message or lesson of a story.

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What is the difference between 'summary' and 'theme'?

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Summary is a brief statement of the main points, while theme is the underlying message.

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What are 'details' in a story?

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Specific pieces of information that support the main idea.

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How can you identify the author's point of view?

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By analyzing the language and opinions expressed in the text.