Semester Exam Review

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What is a neutral tone in writing?

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A neutral tone is a style of writing that is objective and does not convey strong emotions or opinions.

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What does 'person vs. self' conflict mean?

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'Person vs. self' conflict refers to a struggle within a character, often involving internal dilemmas or moral choices.

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What is an author's purpose?

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An author's purpose is the reason an author writes a text, which can include to inform, entertain, persuade, or express feelings.

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What punctuation change is needed in the sentence: 'Take care of him' said Pete's owner?

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Insert a comma after 'him' to correctly punctuate the dialogue.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a literary device where a word imitates the sound it represents, such as 'crash' or 'buzz'.

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What is the definition of a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

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What is the difference between 'person vs. society' and 'person vs. nature'?

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'Person vs. society' involves conflict with societal norms or laws, while 'person vs. nature' involves struggles against natural forces.

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What is the significance of dialogue in a story?

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Dialogue reveals character traits, advances the plot, and provides insight into relationships.