Reading Review

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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 without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'The snow was a blanket covering the ground.'

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What does 'dispute' mean?

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A dispute is a disagreement or argument between two or more parties.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that presents the main ideas and important details of a text in your own words.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The tornado ran through town without a care.'

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'He is as slow as a turtle.'

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey in a piece of writing.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea of a text.

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What is an example of a simile?

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An example of a simile is: 'Her smile was like the sun shining bright.'

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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The purpose of a summary is to provide a concise overview of the main points of a text, making it easier to understand.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor compares two things directly without using 'like' or 'as', while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison.