Semester Review

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What is the mood of a passage, book, or song?

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The mood is how you feel after reading or listening.

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What is the purpose of a story about a young athlete who takes steroids?

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To entertain: because it's a story and not giving me information about the steroids and his life.

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How do you use a semi colon correctly?

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Don't miss the bus; you will have to walk three miles to school.

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What is a rhetorical question?

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A question asked to engage an audience without expecting a response.

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What is alliteration?

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words, e.g., 'Seven sea shells down by the sea shore.'

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What is the author's attitude in a piece of writing?

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The author's perspective or feelings towards the subject matter.

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What does it mean to persuade in writing?

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To convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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What is the difference between to inform and to entertain?

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To inform means to provide facts and information, while to entertain means to engage the reader through storytelling.

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What is the function of a thesis statement in an essay?

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To present the main argument or claim of the essay.

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What is the significance of using figurative language?

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It enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and deeper meaning.