EOC SOL Reading Review

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What is the purpose of using roots or affixes in words?

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To modify the meaning of a word or change its part of speech.

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What is the purpose of using boldface in informational and technical writing?

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To draw attention to a word, phrase, or sentence.

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What is charged language?

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Words that appeal to the emotions (positive and negative).

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What is situational irony?

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An event that contradicts the expectations of a character or the audience.

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What is restatement in rhetorical devices?

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Expressing the same idea in different words.

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What are affixes?

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Prefixes or suffixes added to a root word to modify its meaning.

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What is the effect of using boldface in a text?

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It emphasizes important information for the reader.

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What is the difference between verbal irony and situational irony?

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Verbal irony is when someone says the opposite of what they mean, while situational irony is when the outcome is contrary to what was expected.

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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What is the role of context in understanding charged language?

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Context helps determine the emotional impact of the words used.