9th Grade Benchmark

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What is a concrete noun?

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A concrete noun is a noun that refers to physical objects or substances that can be perceived through the senses, such as 'bottle'.

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What is an abstract noun?

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An abstract noun is a noun that refers to ideas, qualities, or conditions that cannot be perceived through the senses, such as 'joy'.

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What is a simile?

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

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as', such as describing life as a 'winding road'.

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What is a literary device?

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A literary device is a technique used by writers to produce a specific effect in their writing, such as imagery, symbolism, or metaphor.

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What is the purpose of punctuation in writing?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning, indicate pauses, and separate ideas in writing.

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What is the difference between a common noun and a proper noun?

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A common noun refers to general items (e.g., 'city'), while a proper noun names specific items (e.g., 'New York').

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What is the role of a subject in a sentence?

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The subject of a sentence is the person, place, thing, or idea that is doing or being something.

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What is the role of a predicate in a sentence?

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The predicate of a sentence tells what the subject does or is, including the verb and any objects or modifiers.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work.