Benchmark Unit 4

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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 that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect. For example, 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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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'. For example, 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to make a logical conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea of a paragraph is the central point or message that the author wants to convey, often supported by details.

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What is the purpose of dialogue in a story?

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Dialogue is used to reveal character traits, advance the plot, and provide information to the reader.

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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 the future perfect tense?

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The future perfect tense describes an action that will be completed before a specific point in the future. For example, 'By next winter, Kai will have completed all of the practice sessions.'

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or central idea of a literary work, often reflecting on human nature or society.