ELA 9 Semester Test Review Dec 2024

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What is internal conflict?

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A struggle occurring within a character's mind, often involving emotions, thoughts, or decisions.

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Why do writers add sensory details?

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To help the reader experience the scene and engage more fully with the text.

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What is a symbol in literature?

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A concrete object that has a meaning in itself but also represents an abstract idea.

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What does 'point of view' refer to in a story?

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The vantage point from which a story is told, influencing how the reader perceives the narrative.

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What warning does the Prince give to Montague and Capulet in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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If they keep fighting, they will be put to death.

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What is a dynamic character?

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A character who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.

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What is external conflict?

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A struggle between a character and an outside force, such as another character or society.

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What is indirect characterization?

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The process by which the personality of a character is revealed through their actions, speech, and interactions with others.

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What is the theme of a literary work?

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The central idea or underlying message that the author conveys through the narrative.

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What is dramatic irony?

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A situation in which the audience knows more about the events of a story than the characters do.