ELA Review

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What is the purpose of punctuation in a sentence?

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Punctuation helps clarify the meaning of sentences by indicating pauses, stops, and the structure of the sentence.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message in a story, often reflecting on human nature or society.

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What is an example of alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words. For example, 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore'.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the sound it represents, such as 'buzz', 'bang', or 'sizzle'.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine it closely to understand its meaning, structure, and the author's purpose.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a story, play, or other literary work.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place where the story occurs.

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What is a plot?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict and resolution.