7th Grade Final Test Semester One (2024)

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is the central idea or main point of a piece of writing, usually found in the introduction.

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What book do Johnny and Ponyboy read in 'The Outsiders'?

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They read 'Gone With the Wind'.

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What principle was upheld in the Supreme Court decision of Plessy v. Ferguson?

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The principle of 'Separate but Equal'.

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What does it mean to cite a source?

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To cite a source means to show where you got your evidence or information.

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Describe the character Darry from 'The Outsiders'.

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Darry is six-feet-two, broad-shouldered, and muscular. He would be handsome if his eyes weren't so cold and he focuses on hard facts.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that helps to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in writing?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and provides a final perspective on the topic.

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What is the definition of 'separate but equal'?

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'Separate but equal' is a legal doctrine that justified racial segregation, claiming that separate facilities for different races were acceptable as long as they were equal.

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What is the role of an introduction in an essay?

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The introduction presents the topic, provides background information, and states the thesis.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.