BJHS 7th Grade Semester Exam Review

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What is the definition of plot?

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The sequence of events in a story.

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What does 'Look before you leap' mean?

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It means to think carefully about the possible consequences before taking action.

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What is the purpose of SWBST?

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To summarize the main elements of a story or text.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A universal message or lesson.

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What sensory detail is described in the sentence: 'The large planes flying overhead shriek and rumble'?

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Sound.

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What is a character in a story?

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A person, animal, or figure represented in a story.

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What is a conflict in literature?

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A struggle between opposing forces in a story.

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What does the term 'setting' refer to?

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The time and place in which a story occurs.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that presents the main points of a text.

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What is a metaphor?

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