FINAL 2:ELA 10-3P Short Stories and ELA Concepts

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What is the primary purpose of using allegory in literature?

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To convey a deeper moral or political meaning.

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What is the purpose of the lottery according to Old Man Warner's saying about 'Lottery in June, corn be heavy soon'?

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It helps ensure a good harvest.

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What is a Pronoun?

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A word that replaces a noun.

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Identify the following 'sentence' type: Although they are twins, Rima was born in 1980 and her sister in 1981!

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Complex.

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Identify the following 'sentence' type: The woods at the top of the ridge are oak and hickory; the woods here are beech and maple.

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Compound.

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What is an allegory?

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A narrative that uses symbolic figures and actions to convey a deeper meaning.

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Define 'theme' in literature.

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The central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.

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What is a 'symbol' in literature?

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An object, character, or event that represents a larger idea or concept.

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What is the difference between a 'simile' and a 'metaphor'?

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A simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor states that one thing is another.

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What is a 'run-on sentence'?

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A sentence that connects two or more independent clauses without proper punctuation.