Unit 2A/2B Review

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How many stanzas does a poem typically have?

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A stanza is a grouped set of lines in a poem, and the number of stanzas can vary. In this case, the poem has 2 stanzas.

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What is revision in the writing process?

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Revision is the process of correcting sentences by rewriting or combining them to make them more clear and effective.

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What is NOT an example of author's purpose?

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Hypnotize is not an example of author's purpose. The main purposes are to persuade, entertain, and inform.

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What is author's purpose?

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Author's purpose is the reason why the author wrote the text.

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What does tone refer to in literature?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject, indicating how the author feels.

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What is the difference between tone and mood?

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Tone is the author's attitude, while mood is the emotional atmosphere experienced by the reader.

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What are the three main types of author's purpose?

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The three main types are to persuade, inform, and entertain.

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What is a stanza?

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A stanza is a group of lines in a poem, similar to a paragraph in prose.

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What does it mean to edit a piece of writing?

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Editing involves correcting mechanical mistakes such as grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

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What is the significance of the author's choice of words?

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The author's choice of words, or diction, affects the tone and clarity of the text.