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What does the term 'inferences' mean in literature?

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To come to a reasonable conclusion based on evidence found in the text.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a literary text?

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Scientific reports.

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What does point of view refer to in literary texts?

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The perspective from which the story is told.

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What is the connotation of a word?

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The specific meaning or idea that a word brings to mind.

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What is a pun?

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A humorous play on words with multiple meanings.

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What is the definition of 'theme' in literature?

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The central idea or underlying message of a literary work.

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What is 'foreshadowing'?

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A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What does 'symbolism' mean in literature?

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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What is 'imagery' in literary terms?

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images.

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What is the difference between 'metaphor' and 'simile'?

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A metaphor directly states that one thing is another, while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare two different things.