ELA EOG Vocab Review

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What does it mean to compare in literature?

Back

To identify common characteristics; it shows how things are alike or similar.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What is meant by 'most likely' in a context?

Back

It refers to the best chance of happening or being correct.

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CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

Front

What does it mean to contrast in literature?

Back

To identify characteristics that are not alike; it shows how things are different.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Front

How do you explain a concept in literature?

Back

To clarify by answering any of the 5 W’s: who, what, when, where, why, or how.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is the central idea of a text?

Back

The main topic or concept of a text.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

The underlying message or the main idea that the author wants to convey.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What is the purpose of a summary?

Back

To provide a brief overview of the main points or ideas in a text.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What does it mean to infer?

Back

To draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is the significance of context in understanding a text?

Back

Context provides background information that helps to clarify the meaning and significance of the text.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is a literary device?

Back

A technique used by authors to produce a specific effect in their writing, such as metaphor, simile, or alliteration.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D