Unit 2 - The Holocaust

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What is motivation in literature?

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Motivation refers to the reasons behind a character's thoughts, feelings, actions, or speech.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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What does the conjunction 'but' express?

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The conjunction 'but' is used to express exceptions or contrast between two ideas.

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What is dramatic irony?

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Dramatic irony occurs when the audience or reader knows something that the character does not.

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What is the function of the Latin suffix 'ent'?

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The suffix 'ent' is used to form adjectives from verbs or nouns.

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What does the conjunction 'yet' indicate?

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The conjunction 'yet' is used to express unexpected outcomes or contrasts.

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

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What is verbal irony?

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Verbal irony is when a speaker says one thing but means another, often the opposite.

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What is the purpose of context clues in reading?

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Context clues are hints found within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the author's point of view?

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The author's point of view is the perspective from which the story is told, influencing how events and characters are presented.