Language Arts 8B Unit 4 Review

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What does the allusion 'rise from the ashes' mean?

Back

To come back after destruction or defeat.

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What is the relationship between an astronomer and a telescope?

Back

An astronomer uses a telescope to observe celestial objects.

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What is the relationship between a chef and a kitchen?

Back

A chef works in a kitchen to prepare food.

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What was the significance of the Apollo 11 mission?

Back

It was the first time humans landed on the moon.

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What does the word 'perplex' mean?

Back

To confuse.

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What does the word 'irritate' mean?

Back

To annoy.

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What is an allusion in literature?

Back

A reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of art.

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What is a metaphor?

Back

A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

Back

To provide a brief overview of the main points of a text.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

Back

A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor does not.