Stargirl 18-24

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What does it mean when someone is described as a 'saint'?

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A saint is often seen as a person of great virtue, goodness, and moral integrity, typically someone who is admired for their kindness and selflessness.

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Why might someone want a silver lunch truck?

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A silver lunch truck could symbolize a desire for shiny, appealing things, or it could represent the joy of sharing food with others, as food often brings happiness.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as' to highlight similarities.

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What does it mean to 'cringe'?

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To cringe means to shrink back in fear or embarrassment, often as a reaction to something uncomfortable.

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What might someone feel if they ignore a confession of love?

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Ignoring a confession of love can indicate confusion, fear, or a desire to avoid emotional commitment.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human things or abstract concepts.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unrelated things by stating that one is the other.

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What does it mean to waver?

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To waver means to be indecisive or to fluctuate between choices, often showing uncertainty.

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What is hyperbole?

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

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How can food make people happy?

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Food can evoke positive emotions through taste, social interactions, and cultural significance, often bringing people together.