Random ELA Trivia

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What does it mean to draw inferences from a text?

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To draw inferences means to look for clues in the text to understand deeper meanings or conclusions.

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What should you focus on when analyzing how characters interact?

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You should focus on what each character says to each other.

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What is dialogue in literature?

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Dialogue is when the characters speak to each other.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'She was as white as a sheet.'

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a figure of speech where a word imitates the sound it represents, like 'buzz' or 'tick'.

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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 without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What is the main purpose of dialogue in a story?

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The main purpose of dialogue is to reveal character relationships, advance the plot, and provide information.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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The theme can be identified by looking at the main message or lesson the author conveys through the characters and events.

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What is the difference between a character's thoughts and their dialogue?

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A character's thoughts are their internal feelings and reflections, while dialogue is what they say out loud to other characters.