Winter Benchmark Review

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What does the prefix 'bi-' mean?

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The prefix 'bi-' means 'two'.

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What is the denotative meaning of 'sprint'?

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To run at full speed.

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What is an objective summary?

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An objective summary presents main ideas without bias.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human things.

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What does the word 'cycle' refer to in 'bicycle'?

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The word 'cycle' refers to a circular motion or a series of events that repeat.

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What is the difference between denotative and connotative meanings?

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Denotative meaning is the literal definition of a word, while connotative meaning includes the emotions and associations connected to it.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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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 without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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The purpose of a summary is to provide a brief overview of the main points of a text.