ELA State Test Prep

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What is the author's tone?

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The author's tone is the attitude or feeling expressed in their writing, which can influence how the reader interprets the message.

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How does the author's tone affect the overall message of a text?

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The author's tone can impact the overall message of the text by shaping the reader's emotional response and understanding.

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What does it mean to compare and contrast?

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To compare means to identify similarities, while to contrast means to identify differences between two or more subjects.

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Which two characters are best to compare and contrast?

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Superman and Batman are best to compare and contrast because they are both superheroes with different abilities and backgrounds.

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What is point of view in a story?

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Point of view is the perspective from which a story is told, influencing how events are perceived by the reader.

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How can the point of view impact a reader's understanding?

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The point of view can impact the reader's understanding by shaping the perspective through which events are interpreted and experienced.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main ideas of a text.

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What is the acronym 'Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then' used for?

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It is used as a guide to help summarize a story by identifying the main character, their goal, the conflict, the resolution, and the conclusion.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message that a story conveys, often reflecting on human experiences.

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What is the theme of the book 'Hatchet'?

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The theme of 'Hatchet' is courage, as the main character must overcome challenges and fears to survive.