ELA Common Assessment 2 Study Guide 23-24

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What is a thesaurus?

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A thesaurus is a reference book or online resource that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning (synonyms) and sometimes antonyms.

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What does 'to fish' mean as a verb?

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To catch or try to catch a fish with a hook or net.

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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What does 'spill the beans' mean?

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To reveal a secret or disclose information that was meant to be kept confidential.

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Why do authors use dialogue in their writing?

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Authors use dialogue to show character feelings and thoughts in detail.

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What is the correct use of a comma in a sentence?

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A comma is used to separate clauses or items in a list, such as in 'After we had finished doing the dishes, we decided to go for a long walk.'

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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How do you make an inference from a text?

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You put supporting clues from the passage together to make your best guess.

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey in the text.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.