SC READY Flashcard

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is a literary device where the same initial consonant sound is repeated in a series of words, often used to create rhythm or emphasis. Example: 'She sells seashells by the seashore.'

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What is the purpose of dialogue in a narrative?

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The purpose of dialogue in a narrative is to reveal character traits and advance the plot.

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What are transition words?

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Transition words are words or phrases that connect ideas smoothly in writing, helping to guide the reader through the text.

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What is a primary source?

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A primary source is an original document or firsthand account of an event, such as a diary entry from someone who experienced the event.

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What is the main purpose of a conclusion paragraph in an essay?

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The main purpose of a conclusion paragraph is to summarize the main points and restate the thesis in a new way.

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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 by stating that one is the other. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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

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The thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the essay, guiding the direction of the writing.

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What are sensory details?

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Sensory details are descriptions that appeal to the five senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to create vivid imagery in writing.

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What is foreshadowing?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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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.' Example: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'