English 9 Final Exam Review

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What is a rhetorical question?

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A rhetorical question is a question asked for effect or to make a point rather than to get an answer.

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What literary term is used when making a comparison using 'like' or 'as'?

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Simile.

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What punctuation mark is often used to introduce a quotation?

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Colon or Comma.

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Identify the simile: 'She is as sly as a fox.'

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This is a simile because it compares her slyness to that of a fox using 'as'.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' for comparison, while a metaphor states that one thing is another.

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What does the phrase 'It's raining cats and dogs' mean?

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It means that it is raining very heavily.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in writing?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and expressing ideas in creative ways.

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What is an example of a metaphor?

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'Time is a thief.' This suggests that time steals moments from our lives.

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What is the function of a colon in a sentence?

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A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.