Reading Standards Flashcard

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Which sentence uses personification?

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The old house groaned and creaked in the wind.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the central idea or message that the story conveys.

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What does hard work lead to?

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Hard work and dedication lead to success.

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What does 'gently' suggest about an action?

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'Gently' suggests that the action is done kindly and carefully.

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What is a common theme in stories about hard work?

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A common theme is that hard work and dedication lead to success.

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What does procrastination mean?

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Procrastination means delaying or postponing tasks.

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What detail shows procrastination in a story?

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A detail that shows procrastination is when a character has not started their work until the last minute.

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What is a passage in literature?

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A passage is a section of text or a portion of a written work.

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What is the purpose of a farmers market?

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The purpose of a farmers market is to provide fresh produce and promote healthy eating.