What is an explanatory/expository essay?
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An essay used to explain or describe something, providing information and clarity on a topic.
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What is a metaphor?
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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other, e.g., 'the world is a stage'.
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What is a simile?
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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as', e.g., 'cool as a cucumber'.
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What is mood in literature?
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The overall feeling or atmosphere of a text, created by the author's use of imagery and word choice.
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What must a summary include?
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Only the important details and facts of the text.
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What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?
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To persuade the reader to accept a particular viewpoint or argument.
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What is the difference between tone and mood?
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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject, while mood is the feeling the reader gets from the text.
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