Say Farewell to a Faithful Pal

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What does 'unbridled exuberance' mean?

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Living with wild and unrestrained enthusiasm.

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What type of language is used when describing Marley as 'wild as a banshee and as strong as a bull'?

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Figurative language (imagery).

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What is Marley's favorite pastime?

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Sleeping.

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What does the word 'chewer' suggest about Marley?

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He enjoyed destroying couches by biting them.

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What does it mean when the author says, 'Marley shredded more mattresses and dug through more drywall than I care to remember'?

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Marley destroyed mattresses and walls.

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Define 'figurative language'.

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Language that uses figures of speech, such as metaphors and similes, to convey meaning.

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What is an example of imagery in literature?

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Describing a character as 'wild as a banshee and as strong as a bull'.

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What does 'pastime' refer to?

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An activity that someone does regularly for enjoyment.

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What is the significance of using descriptive language in storytelling?

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It helps create vivid images in the reader's mind and enhances the emotional impact.

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What does 'exuberance' mean?

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A lively energy and excitement.