English II EOC Review

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What does it mean to 'affect' something?

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To make a difference to or have an impact on something.

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion based on known facts.

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What does the 'C' stand for in RACES?

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Cite.

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What is the difference between a narrator and an author?

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A narrator tells the story, while an author wrote the story.

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What does it mean to 'develop' a concept?

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To grow or cause to grow and become more detailed.

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Define 'theme' in literature.

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The central idea or underlying message in a literary work.

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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 purpose of a thesis statement?

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To present the main argument or claim of an essay.

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What is 'foreshadowing'?

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A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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Define 'characterization'.

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The process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.