Walk Two Moons Chapter 1-7

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What is a quotation?

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A quotation is a repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts. In writing, it is often enclosed in quotation marks to indicate the exact words spoken or written by someone.

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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, 'hit the sack' means to go to bed.

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What does it mean to feel regretful?

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To feel regretful means to feel sad or disappointed about something that has happened or been done, especially a missed opportunity or a mistake.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

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What is the significance of dialogue in a story?

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Dialogue is important in a story as it reveals character relationships, advances the plot, and provides insight into the characters' thoughts and feelings.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile compares two different things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another. For example, 'as brave as a lion' (simile) vs. 'time is a thief' (metaphor).

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What does it mean to analyze a character's feelings?

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To analyze a character's feelings means to examine their emotions, motivations, and reactions to events in the story to understand their development and role.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work. It often reflects broader social, moral, or philosophical issues.

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What is the role of setting in a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which a story occurs. It helps to create the mood, influences characters' actions, and can be crucial to the plot.

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What is a character's motivation?

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A character's motivation is the reason behind their actions and decisions in a story. It drives the plot and helps to develop the character.