English Diagnostic

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Why is it important to cite your sources in a research paper?

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To avoid plagiarism and give credit to original authors.

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

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To state the main arguments or claim of the essay.

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's traits, such as saying, 'She was a kind and generous person.'

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What is active voice in writing?

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Active voice occurs when the subject of the sentence performs the action, e.g., 'Maria baked the cake.'

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What does the tone of a story refer to?

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The tone of a story describes the attitude or feeling conveyed by the author towards the subject.

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work or ideas without proper attribution, presenting them as your own.

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What is the difference between theme and tone in literature?

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Theme is the central idea or message of a story, while tone refers to the author's attitude towards that theme.

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What is a supporting detail in an essay?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.

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What is the significance of a conclusion in an essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the thesis, providing closure to the reader.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things directly, suggesting they are alike in some way.