EOC Review

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What is a theme in literature?

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A specific message about life conveyed through a reading selection.

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Choose the correct pronoun: Everyone complained that (his/her, their) food was cold.

Back

his/her

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What punctuation is used to separate items in a complex list?

Back

Semicolons.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To look for deeper, hidden meanings in the text.

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Which of the following is NOT a transition for the second body paragraph?

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Therefore.

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What is figurative language?

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Language that uses figures of speech to be more effective, persuasive, and impactful.

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Define 'analyze' in the context of literature.

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To examine the elements of a text in detail to understand its meaning.

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What is a transition in writing?

Back

Words or phrases that connect ideas and help the flow of writing.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To present the main argument or claim of an essay.

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What are commas used for in a sentence?

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To separate items in a list, clauses, or to set off introductory elements.