9 WEEK EXAM FOR 8th GRADE ELA (Quarter 2)

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What is suspense in a story?

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Suspense keeps the reader excited and wondering what will happen next.

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What is reasoning in the context of writing?

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Reasoning is used to express why your evidence supports your claim.

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What part of the story is the climax?

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The climax is the turning point or the most intense moment in the story.

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is when you use a word or phrase that does not have its normal everyday, literal meaning.

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How can setting affect the plot of a story?

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Setting can influence the events of the story, as some plots can only take place in specific times and places.

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What is a claim in writing?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true.

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What is evidence in the context of an argument?

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Evidence consists of facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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What is the falling action in a story?

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The falling action is the events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

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What is the resolution in a story?

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The resolution is the conclusion of the story where loose ends are tied up.

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What is the rising action in a story?

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The rising action includes the events that create suspense and lead up to the climax.