CAASPP ELA Vocab Grade 6 List 9

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What is a 'theme' in the context of writing, painting, film, or music?

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The main idea in a piece of writing, painting, film or music.

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What does 'logical sequence of events' imply?

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Events follow the logical order in occurrence, e.g., You must cook before you eat.

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What does the term 'character's actions' refer to in a story?

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The things a character does in a story to reveal their personalities and make the story interesting.

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What is meant by 'characters' relationship' in a story?

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How two or more characters are connected or interact with each other in a story.

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What is the purpose of 'logical progression of ideas' in writing?

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To organize writing so that it makes sense in the reader's brain and builds on his/her understanding of the information.

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Define 'character development'.

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The process of creating a believable character in a story, including their personality, motivations, and growth.

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What is 'plot'?

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The sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict and resolution.

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Explain 'setting' in literature.

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The time and place in which a story occurs, influencing the mood and context.

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What is 'point of view' in writing?

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The perspective from which a story is told, such as first-person or third-person.

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Define 'conflict' in a story.

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The struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot and creates tension.