ELA Unit 4

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What is informal language?

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Informal language is a casual way of speaking or writing that is often used in everyday conversation. An example is 'I really wanna go with ya.'

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What does 'compare and contrast' mean?

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To compare and contrast means to look at the similarities and differences between two or more things. For example, comparing strawberry and chocolate ice cream.

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What is the purpose of training for ballet dancers?

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Ballet dancers train to learn difficult moves and to stay in good physical shape.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is the author's purpose in writing?

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The author's purpose is the reason why they wrote a text, such as to explain, inform, entertain, or describe.

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What is an example of a descriptive text?

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A descriptive text provides details about a person, place, or thing, such as describing the flavors of ice cream.

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What does it mean to explain something?

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To explain means to make something clear or easy to understand, often by providing details or examples.

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What is the difference between 'cause' and 'effect'?

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A cause is why something happens, and an effect is what happens as a result.

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What is an example of a problem and solution text structure?

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A problem and solution text structure presents a problem and then explains how to solve it.

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What is the meaning of 'discipline' in the context of ballet?

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Discipline in ballet refers to the dedication and practice required to master the art of dancing.