7th and 8th Grade Academic Terms Jan 27-31

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What does it mean to compare two texts?

Back

To examine the similarities between the texts

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What does it mean to contrast two texts?

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To identify their structural and thematic differences

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What does structure refer to in a text?

Back

The organization and arrangement of a text

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How does form influence a text?

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It determines the type and structure of the text

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What is a sentence?

Back

A group of words conveying a complete thought

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What is the role of a chapter in a novel?

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To organize the novel into sections

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What is a scene in a play or drama?

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A specific moment in time or place

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How is a stanza used in a poem?

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To organize lines into sections that build meaning

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What is the primary purpose of a poem?

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To entertain through rhythm, imagery, and structure

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What distinguishes a play from other forms of literature?

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It is intended for performance with dialogue and action