ENG 9 Sem 1 Final Review

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What is the correct capitalization for the following sentence: 'In August, sergeant tucker drove his assistant to the West End Mall to buy a copy of The Catcher in the Rye.'?

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Sergeant Tucker drove his assistant.

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What phrase corrects the grammatical error in the sentence: 'Learning to play a musical instrument allows children to express their creativity, develop discipline, and they are becoming well–rounded.'?

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and become well–rounded.

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What is an omniscient narrator?

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An omniscient narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters in a story.

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What theme is best supported by the passage from Gogol's 'The Nose' about joy?

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People do not remain satisfied with what they have.

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What is characterization in literature?

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Characterization is the process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

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What is the definition of a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the essay.

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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 the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey.

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What is foreshadowing in literature?

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