American Literature Milestones Test Review

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What is a counter-argument?

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A counter-argument acknowledges someone who may disagree with your side.

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What can narrative (extended constructed response) type questions require you to do?

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They can require you to write an alternate ending, write from a different point of view, or write an introduction based on an excerpt.

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If you have no opinion on a topic for an essay, what should you do?

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Choose a side and pretend to support it. You are being scored on writing skills, not your opinions.

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What is an antagonist?

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An antagonist is a character or force acting against the protagonist.

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What is another term for a brief constructed response?

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A brief constructed response could also be called a short answer.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the essay.

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What is the role of the protagonist in a story?

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The protagonist is the main character around whom the story revolves.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine its components, such as themes, characters, and structure, to understand its meaning.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.

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What is the significance of setting in a story?

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The setting provides the time and place in which the story occurs, influencing the plot and characters.