ELA Benchmark

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What can you infer from a character's actions in a story?

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You can draw conclusions about their feelings, motivations, or the situation based on textual evidence.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is drawing conclusions from the story using textual evidence.

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation to create imagery or emphasize a point.

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What is an example of alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words, such as 'The thunderous tornado tore through town.'

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other, such as 'Life is a puzzle.'

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What is the main message of a story?

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The main message, or theme, is the central idea or lesson that the author wants to convey.

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a text?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea or theme of the text.

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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 structure, language, and themes, to understand its meaning and impact.

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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 states that one thing is another.

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What is the role of context in understanding a text?

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Context includes the circumstances surrounding the text, such as the time period, culture, and author's background, which help in interpreting its meaning.