English II: Midterm Review

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What is parallelism in writing?

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The use of similar structures in two or more phrases, clauses, or sentences to create a rhythm and enhance clarity.

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In which scenario would parallelism most effectively enhance the writing?

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Structuring arguments in a persuasive essay.

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What is chronological order?

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Events are presented in the order they occur in time.

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What is a flashback in literature?

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A sudden interruption in the narrative to show events from the past.

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What is a central claim in an argumentative text?

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The most important point the author is trying to prove.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The underlying message or main idea that the author wants to convey.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To summarize the main point or argument of an essay.

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What is a metaphor?

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

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.

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What is the role of a topic sentence?

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To introduce the main idea of a paragraph.