ELA Exam 2025

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What is the correct way to use quotations in a sentence?

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The correct way is: Rhonda said, "I love dogs."

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What supporting detail best supports the topic sentence: 'It takes a lot of hard work to become a professional athlete'?

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Professional athletes spend countless hours practicing their sports.

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What is the definition of 'Theme' in literature?

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The message, lesson, or moral of the story.

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What does it mean if something is 'not related to the theme'?

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It means it does not contribute to the underlying message or lesson of the story.

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Why does the author choose the word 'furious' instead of 'mad'?

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Because 'furious' indicates that Lucy was really upset.

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What is a 'Main Idea' in a text?

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The central point or concept that the text is trying to convey.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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By looking for the underlying message or moral that can be inferred from the text.

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What is the difference between 'Theme' and 'Main Idea'?

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Theme is the moral or lesson, while Main Idea is the primary point of the text.

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What does it mean to 'infer' in reading?

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To deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is an example of a universal theme?

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Love, friendship, and the struggle for identity are examples of universal themes.