Semester 1 exam review 2024

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What does 'significance' mean in the context of a text?

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Significance refers to the importance or meaning of something within a particular context.

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What is a 'theme' in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work.

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What does it mean when a character shifts their focus in a story?

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It indicates a change in the character's priorities or concerns, often leading to personal growth or development.

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What is the 'main idea' of a paragraph?

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The main idea is the primary point or concept that the paragraph conveys.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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

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What is the difference between 'conflict' and 'character motivation'?

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Conflict refers to the struggle between opposing forces in a story, while character motivation explains the reasons behind a character's actions.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues are hints or information within the text that help readers deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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What is the purpose of summarizing a text?

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Summarizing condenses the main points of a text into a shorter form, capturing the essential information.

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What does it mean to analyze a character's actions?

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Analyzing a character's actions involves examining their behavior to understand their motivations and the impact on the story.

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What is the role of a narrator in a story?

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The narrator tells the story and provides insight into the characters and events, shaping the reader's understanding.