MODIFIED English I STAAR EOC Main Practice

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What word describes the tone of a passage that is light-hearted and funny?

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Humorous

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is two simple sentences joined by a coordinating conjunction (fanboys).

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What tone is conveyed in a letter expressing regret for an accident?

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Apologetic

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What term refers to an argument that appeals to logic and facts?

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Logos

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What is the main idea of an essay called?

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Thesis

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

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To present the main idea or argument of the essay.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor states that one thing is another.

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What is the role of ethos in persuasive writing?

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Ethos appeals to the credibility and character of the speaker or writer.

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What does pathos refer to in rhetoric?

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Pathos refers to an argument that appeals to the audience's emotions.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, e.g., because, although.