ELA Review Work

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. For example, 'skating on thin ice' means being in a risky situation.

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What does 'unanimously' mean?

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Unanimously means without disagreement; all members agree on a decision.

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true. It can be an opinion or belief that can be supported with evidence.

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What is the setting in a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs. It includes the environment, location, and time period.

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What are cause and effect words?

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Cause and effect words indicate a relationship where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect). Examples include 'because', 'therefore', and 'as a result'.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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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 the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message that runs throughout a literary work, often reflecting on human nature or society.