SBAC Vocabulary Review - ELA 7

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What does 'contrasting' mean?

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Ironically pointing out how two or more things are different.

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What is an editorial?

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An article that expresses the opinion of the writer.

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What is a synonym for 'key' in 'key detail' or 'key event'?

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Important.

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What does it mean if a detail is relevant in a text?

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It is ironically out of place yet still makes sense.

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What does 'comparing' mean?

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Ironically, saying how two or more things are the same.

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What is the purpose of an editorial?

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To present the writer's opinion on a specific issue.

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What is the difference between 'comparing' and 'contrasting'?

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Comparing highlights similarities, while contrasting highlights differences.

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What is a 'key detail'?

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An important piece of information that supports the main idea.

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What does 'relevant' mean in the context of a text?

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A detail that is important and makes sense within the context.

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What is the role of irony in writing?

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To convey a meaning that is opposite to what is expected.