English Review (Fall 2024)

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What is parallel structure in writing?

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Parallel structure, or parallelism, is the repetition of a chosen grammatical form within a sentence. It helps to create balance and clarity in writing.

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What is the first-person point of view?

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The first-person point of view is a narrative perspective where the narrator is a character in the story, using 'I' or 'we' to tell the story.

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What is an allusion in literature?

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An allusion is a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance.

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What is a verb phrase?

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A verb phrase consists of a main verb and its auxiliaries (helping verbs). For example, 'is running' is a verb phrase.

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

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What is the purpose of using imagery in poetry?

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Imagery is used in poetry to create vivid and descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping readers to visualize scenes and emotions.

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What is the difference between dramatic irony and verbal irony?

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Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows something that the characters do not, while verbal irony is when a speaker says one thing but means another.

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What is foreshadowing in literature?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What is a noun phrase?

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A noun phrase is a group of words that functions in a sentence as a subject, object, or prepositional object. It includes a noun and its modifiers.

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What is the significance of tone in writing?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject matter or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.