FSA ELA Prep

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning, such as 'It's a piece of cake'.

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What is character development?

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Character development is how a character changes throughout a text.

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How should the word 'Teacher' be written in the sentence: 'Mrs. Guthrie, my Teacher, makes me write every day'?

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It should be written as 'teacher' (with a lowercase 't').

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a word part added before the root word that changes its meaning.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a comparison between two different things using the words 'like' or 'as', such as 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, such as 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What is an allusion?

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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of art, often used to make a comparison.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine it closely to understand its meaning, structure, and the author's purpose.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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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 one is the other, such as 'Time is a thief.'