Reading SOL Practice

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What is chronological order?

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Chronological order is the arrangement of events in the order they occurred in time.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What does the author's point of view reveal?

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The author's point of view reveals the author's beliefs, personal judgments, or attitudes toward a certain subject.

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What is the problem & solution organizational pattern?

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The problem & solution pattern presents an issue and then offers one or more solutions to that issue.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in writing?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and expressing ideas in creative ways.

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What is the difference between a problem & solution and a cause & effect organizational pattern?

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A problem & solution pattern identifies an issue and proposes solutions, while a cause & effect pattern shows how one event leads to another.

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What is the significance of tone in writing?

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Tone reflects the author's attitude toward the subject and influences how the reader perceives the message.