English II EOC Review

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What is the correct usage of 'their'?

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'Their' is used to indicate possession, as in 'Their house is the one with the red brick and the black shutters.'

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What does editing mean?

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Editing means fixing errors in a text.

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How do you write a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is written as 'Topic + Idea.'

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What does 'Theme' mean in literature?

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Theme is the message the writer is trying to share with the reader.

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How can an author's tone be described if they show no emotion?

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The author's tone can be described as objective.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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The thesis statement presents the main argument or point of the essay.

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What is the difference between 'mood' and 'theme' in literature?

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Mood refers to the emotional atmosphere of the story, while theme is the underlying message.

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What is a synonym for 'objective' in writing?

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A synonym for 'objective' is 'impartial'.

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What is the role of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

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The topic sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraph.

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What does 'figurative language' mean?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.