English Regents Most Frequently Used Words

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To reveal means

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To make a previously unknown or secret information known.

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Central Idea

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The main point the author wants you to remember.

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________ is the creation or construction of a fictional character.

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Characterization

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The main argument of an article is

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The claim or thesis statement backed up with evidence.

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A synonym for illustrates is

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Exhibit.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The underlying message or the main idea of a literary work.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To examine the text closely to understand its meaning and structure.

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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 the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To present the main argument or claim of an essay.

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What does it mean to summarize?

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To provide a brief statement of the main points of a text.