Midterm Review

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What is personification?

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When you give human characteristics to something non-human.

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What is parallelism?

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A literary device where parts of a sentence are grammatically the same, or similar in construction.

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Identify an example of personification: 'The plate jumped from his hand.' What is being personified?

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A plate.

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Complete the sentence: Books on history _________ the shelves.

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Line.

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Complete the sentence: The nutritional value of sweet potatoes _______ many health benefits.

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Has.

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What is an example of an adjective phrase?

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A phrase that describes a noun using adjectives.

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What does it mean to give human traits to animals or objects?

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It is called personification.

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What is the effect of using parallelism in writing?

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It creates rhythm and emphasizes ideas.

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Provide an example of a sentence using personification.

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The wind whispered through the trees.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in literature?

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To create vivid imagery and express ideas in creative ways.