English 10- Semester 1 Final

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What is the purpose of Annie and her father's trip to Florida in 'The Book of the Dead'?

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To deliver a piece of Annie's artwork to a buyer.

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What is a comparison between two unlike things, using the words 'like' or 'as'?

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Simile.

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What is the foot type of the word 'random'?

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Trochee.

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What is the effect of the speaker's repeated references to buffalo in a poem?

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They emphasize the father's most important memory.

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Why does Yoni believe his documentary could be 'a poignant piece of social commentary' in 'What, of This Goldfish, Would you Wish?'?

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His film could reveal common problems among people of many cultures.

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Define 'allusion'.

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An indirect reference to a person, place, event, or literary work.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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What is the definition of 'theme' in literature?

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The central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To present the main argument or claim of an essay.