10th Grade Midterm Study guide

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Blank verse

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A type of poetry that does not rhyme but has a regular meter, usually iambic pentameter.

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What word best describes the tone of a passage filled with suspense and uncertainty?

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Tense

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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How do flashbacks in a narrative create tension?

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Flashbacks interrupt the chronological flow, creating suspense about what will happen next.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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In Shakespeare's "Macbeth," how does the appearance of apparitions contribute to the theme of fate versus free will?

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They reinforce Macbeth's belief in his invincibility, influencing his actions.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is the purpose of rhetorical questions in a speech?

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To engage the audience and provoke thought without expecting an answer.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.6

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How does the use of sound effects described by stage directions enhance a play's atmosphere?

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They create a more immersive and realistic experience for the audience.

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Which of the following best describes dramatic irony?

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When the audience knows something the characters do not.

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What should you consider when analyzing the effectiveness of the author's argument in a persuasive essay?

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The author's use of evidence and reasoning to support their claims.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.8

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paranoia

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An irrational and persistent feeling of being persecuted or watched.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4

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How do costume and set design reflect important themes of a play?

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They can symbolize the social status and internal conflicts of characters.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2