ELA 7th Grade Mid-Term

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What does the term 'prehistoric' refer to?

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The time before written history.

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What does 'scalawags' mean?

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People who behave badly.

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What is the significance of quoting sources in a text?

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Quoting sources helps to provide direct evidence and support for the author's points.

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What literary device is used when describing a feast with 'delicious smells and heaps of extravagant foods'?

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Imagery, as it appeals to the senses.

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In literature, what does the term 'point of view' refer to?

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The perspective from which a story is told.

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What is the main theme of 'Pocahontas' as it relates to colonization?

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The portrayal of Native Americans as savages who threaten colonists.

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How can understanding an author's background enhance comprehension of their work?

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It provides context and insight into their perspectives and motivations.

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What is the purpose of forensic analysis in historical research?

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To gather and interpret physical evidence from past events.

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What does the phrase 'on a scale of one to ten' imply?

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It is a way to express a rating or evaluation of something.

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What role do historians play in understanding the past?

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They analyze and interpret historical events based on evidence.