BJHS 7th Grade Semester Exam Review

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What is a theme in literature?

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A universal message or lesson that the author conveys through the story.

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What is a biography?

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A non-fiction story about a real person’s life written by another person, presented in chronological order.

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What are the elements of narrative writing?

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Setting, characters, plot (beginning, middle, end), and conflict.

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What does it mean to teach the reader something new in a narrative?

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This is not considered a core element of narrative writing.

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What is the main idea of a selection?

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The central point or concept that the author wants to communicate.

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What is the difference between a biography and an autobiography?

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A biography is written by someone else about a person's life, while an autobiography is written by the person themselves.

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What is the purpose of setting in a story?

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To provide the time and place where the story occurs.

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What does 'chronological order' mean?

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Events are arranged in the order they occurred in time.

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What is an example of a theme?

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One person can make a difference.

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What is the significance of sound in literature?

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It can enhance the imagery and emotional impact of a scene.