ENGLISH I / End of Semester Assessment

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What is textual evidence?

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Clues (proof) within the text that support an answer.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The primary point an author wants to convey.

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What does it mean to support an answer?

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Back up an answer with details. Prove. Provide evidence.

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What is a complete subject?

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The part of a sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about, including all modifiers.

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What is the topic of a paragraph?

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The subject matter that the paragraph discusses.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that presents the main points of a text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Information that explains, proves, or enhances the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

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To summarize the main points and provide closure.

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true; an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.