2 "Skins" by Joseph Bruchac

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What are antonyms?

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Words that have opposite meanings, such as 'sociable' and 'shy'.

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Define tension in the context of stress.

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Tension refers to the mental or emotional strain, often resulting from stress, anxiety, or pressure.

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What does potential mean?

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Natural ability or capacity for growth, development, or coming into existence.

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What is a rhetorical question?

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A question asked for effect, where the answer is assumed and not expected to be answered.

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What are synonyms?

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Words that have the same or nearly the same meaning, like 'happy' and 'joyful'.

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Provide an example of an analogy.

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An analogy is a comparison between two things, such as 'life is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you're gonna get.'

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What is the definition of connotation?

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The implied or associated meaning of a word, beyond its literal definition.

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What is denotation?

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The literal or primary meaning of a word, as opposed to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.

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Explain the term 'symbol' in literature.

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A symbol is a person, place, object, or activity that stands for something beyond itself, often representing abstract ideas.

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What is irony?

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A figure of speech where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning, often used for humor or emphasis.