ELAR Mid-Term Review

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What does 'frivolous' mean?

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Silly or not serious.

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What does the simile 'as fiery as a volcano' imply about a person?

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It means the person gets really angry.

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What is the central idea or lesson in a story called?

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Theme.

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What does 'disdain' mean?

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Hatred or contempt.

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What is an example of onomatopoeia?

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Buzz Buzz.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech comparing two different things using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is the definition of 'theme' in literature?

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The underlying message or main idea of a story.

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What does 'onomatopoeia' refer to?

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Words that imitate sounds.

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What is the purpose of a plot in a story?

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To outline the sequence of events and actions.

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What does 'exposition' mean in a narrative?

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The introduction of background information, setting, and characters.