English II EOC Review

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human entities or objects, allowing them to 'act' or 'feel' like humans.

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What is the difference between subjective and objective summaries?

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Subjective summaries include personal opinions and interpretations, while objective summaries are based solely on factual information without personal bias.

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What is the role of a narrator in a story?

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The narrator is the voice that tells the story, providing perspective and insight into the characters and events, while the author is the person who wrote the story.

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What does connotation mean?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning.

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What is denotation?

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Denotation is the literal or primary meaning of a word, without any emotional or cultural associations.

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What is an allusion?

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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or literary work, often used to create a connection or context.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is bias in writing?

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Bias refers to a tendency to favor one perspective or opinion over others, which can affect the objectivity of the writing.

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and expressing ideas in creative ways, often through metaphors, similes, and personification.

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What is the difference between a theme and a main idea?

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The theme is the underlying message or insight about life conveyed by a work, while the main idea is the central point or argument presented in a specific text.