"Filling in the Missing Pieces" Flashcard

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Why is parallelism used in writing?

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To provide balance and clarity.

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What is an extended metaphor?

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A metaphor that is developed in great detail.

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Where is a thesis usually found in a piece of writing?

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Last sentence of the first paragraph.

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What is the definition of bias according to the text?

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Having an unfair tendency to believe some people or ideas are better than others.

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What does a 'Herculean task' refer to?

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A task that is extremely difficult and requires great strength.

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What is parallelism in writing?

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The use of similar structures in two or more clauses.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To summarize the main point or claim of a piece of writing.

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How can bias affect writing?

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It can lead to unfair representation of ideas or people.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor does not.