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What is Dialect?

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Dialect refers to language that is specific to a particular group or region, often characterized by distinct vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is a Simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two nouns using the words 'like' or 'as' to highlight similarities.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What does it mean to Foreshadow?

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To foreshadow means to provide a warning or indication of a future event, often used in literature to create suspense.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What is Symbolism?

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Symbolism is the use of an object, word, or action to represent an idea or concept, conveying deeper meanings.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What is a Flashback?

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A flashback is a narrative technique that involves going back in time to recount a previous event, providing context or background to the current story.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What is the purpose of Author's Craft?

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Author's craft refers to the techniques and choices that authors use to create meaning, evoke emotions, and engage readers.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

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What is Imagery in literature?

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Imagery involves using descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures, appealing to the senses and enhancing the reader's experience.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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What is Tone in writing?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice, sentence structure, and stylistic elements.

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What is Theme in literature?

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Theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work, often reflecting broader societal issues or human experiences.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What is Point of View?

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Point of view is the perspective from which a story is told, influencing how readers perceive the narrative and characters.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6