ELA Vocabulary Test

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What is an absolute phrase?

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An absolute phrase is a group of words that modifies an independent clause as a whole, providing additional information.

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What is an argument?

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An argument is an exchange of diverging or opposite views, typically a heated or angry one.

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What does it mean to annotate?

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To annotate means to add notes to a text or diagram, providing explanations or comments.

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What is the central idea of a story?

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The central idea is the unifying element of the story that ties together all other elements of fiction used by the author.

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What is a bibliography?

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A bibliography is a list of the books referred to in a scholarly work, typically printed as an appendix.

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to modify its meaning.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or the main idea that the author wants to convey through the story.

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What is the purpose of a glossary?

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A glossary is a list of terms in a particular domain of knowledge with definitions, typically found at the end of a book.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which the story takes place.

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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.