Unit 2 Review

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What is an intensive pronoun?

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An intensive pronoun is a pronoun that emphasizes a preceding noun or pronoun. Examples include 'myself', 'yourself', and 'themselves'.

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Which pronoun is NOT an intensive pronoun?

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They is NOT an intensive pronoun.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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Identify an example of hyperbole.

Back

"I'm so tired I could sleep for a year." is an example of hyperbole.

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What does the word 'belted' mean in the context of singing?

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In this context, 'belted' means to sing loudly and with enthusiasm.

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What does 'fragile' mean?

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Fragile means easily broken or damaged.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

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Identify an example of alliteration.

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"Peter picked out his favorite pajamas for Pajama Day at school." is an example of alliteration.

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Which sentence does NOT contain alliteration?

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"The cat sat on the mat." does NOT contain alliteration.

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What is the purpose of context clues in reading?

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Context clues are hints found within a sentence or paragraph that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.