Language Arts FINAL Review Flashcard

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What does 'raining cats and dogs' mean?

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It was raining really hard.

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What is a literal meaning?

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The exact meaning of a word or phrase.

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

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To introduce the main idea.

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What is a non-literal meaning?

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A made-up or figurative meaning.

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What makes a good topic sentence?

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It introduces the main idea of the paragraph.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech comparing two different things using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that describes one thing as if it were another.

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What is an idiom?

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A phrase that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Information that explains or supports the main idea.

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What is a conclusion in a paragraph?

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The final sentence that summarizes the main idea.