8th ELA STAAR Review

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What is irony in literature?

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Irony is a rhetorical device where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning. It often emphasizes a point or adds humor.

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What does the word 'attest' mean?

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To attest means to provide evidence or proof of something.

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What is exposition in a story?

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Exposition is the part of a story that introduces the setting, characters, and background information.

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What does 'trifle' mean in context?

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In context, 'trifle' means a little or insignificant thing.

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS is an acronym for coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What is a metaphor?

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

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What is an allusion?

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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of literature, often used to make a comparison.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of a story, often the turning point.

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What is conflict in literature?

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot.