Reading Concepts 3

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What is a figure of speech?

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A figure of speech is a rhetorical device that achieves a special effect by using words in distinctive ways, such as metaphors, similes, personification, and hyperbole.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What is slang?

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Slang is informal language that is often specific to a particular group or culture and is not considered a figure of speech.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is a personal narrative?

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A personal narrative is a story that recounts a memorable event that has significance to the author, often reflecting personal experiences and emotions.

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What is the purpose of a personal essay?

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A personal essay narrates an event while also providing analysis and reflection on the experience.

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What is a classification essay?

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A classification essay organizes a subject into categories, creating a structure known as taxonomy.

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What elements can enhance a personal narrative?

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Personal reflections, references to the setting, and dialogue can all help a personal narrative come alive for the reader.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to non-human entities or objects.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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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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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What is metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things, suggesting they are alike in a significant way.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What is the difference between a personal narrative and a personal essay?

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A personal narrative focuses on storytelling, while a personal essay combines narrative with analysis and reflection.