6th Grade ELA Review

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What is a theme in literature?

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The theme is the central idea or message in a story, often reflecting on human experiences or moral lessons.

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What does it mean to be modest?

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Being modest means not bragging about oneself and showing humility.

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What is chronological order?

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Chronological order is the arrangement of events in the order they occur in time.

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What are transition words?

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Transition words are words or phrases that help connect ideas and indicate the flow of a text, such as 'first', 'next', and 'finally'.

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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'.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Life is like a box of chocolates.'

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What is the purpose of a theme in a story?

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The purpose of a theme is to convey a deeper meaning or lesson that resonates with the reader.

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What does it mean to be greedy?

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Being greedy means having an excessive desire for more than what is needed, especially in terms of wealth or possessions.

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What is the significance of chronological order in writing?

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Chronological order helps readers understand the sequence of events and how they relate to one another.

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What are some common transition words that indicate time?

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Common transition words include 'first', 'next', 'then', 'finally', and 'after'.

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