PSSA Review

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What is a flashback?

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A literary device used to remind the reader of a prior event.

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How can you support the claim that Parker has a bad temper?

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By stating that he screams at the top of his lungs when all his food is gone.

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What is an author's claim?

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An author's opinion or stance on something; their argument.

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What is an author's style?

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The way the author uses word choice, sentence structure, and figurative language to create meaning in a text.

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What is a universal theme?

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A theme that is found across different cultures and time periods.

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What is tone in literature?

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The author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is mood in literature?

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The emotional atmosphere created by the author's words and style.

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What is figurative language?

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Language that uses figures of speech, such as metaphors and similes, to create meaning.

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What is character development?

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The process of creating a believable character through their actions, thoughts, and interactions.

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What is a central idea?

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The main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.