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What is the main idea of a passage?

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

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What does it mean to summarize a passage?

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To summarize a passage means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas in the text.

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What is a quotation?

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A quotation is a repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts, often used to support an argument or point.

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What is the difference between first-person and third-person point of view?

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First-person point of view uses 'I' or 'we' and shares the narrator's personal experiences, while third-person point of view uses 'he,' 'she,' or 'they' and describes events from an outside perspective.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine it closely to understand its meaning, structure, and the author's purpose.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a story or narrative.

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What is the purpose of dialogue in a play?

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Dialogue in a play is used to convey the characters' thoughts, feelings, and actions through spoken words.

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What does 'figurative language' mean?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation, often to create imagery or emphasize a point.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or the main idea that the author explores throughout the work.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To infer information means to draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.