REVIEW: 24-25 Semester 1

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What is a static character?

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A static character is one who does not undergo significant change throughout the story. An example is an antagonist who remains evil throughout the narrative.

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What does whimsical mean?

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Whimsical means light, airy, fun, happy, or magical. It describes a tone that is playful and imaginative.

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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 by stating that one is the other. For example, 'Life is a puzzle.'

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What does the prefix 'therm' mean?

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The prefix 'therm' relates to heat. It is used in words like 'thermometer' and 'thermal.'

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What is a declarative sentence?

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A declarative sentence is a statement that provides information or expresses an opinion. For example, 'I like ice cream.'

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What is an antagonist?

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An antagonist is a character in a story who opposes the protagonist, often creating conflict. They can be evil or have opposing goals.

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What is the difference between a protagonist and an antagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character who drives the story forward, while the antagonist is the character who opposes the protagonist.

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What is tone in literature?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is an example of a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as.' For example, 'He is as tall as a tree.'

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What does the prefix 'bio' mean?

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The prefix 'bio' means life. It is used in words like 'biology' and 'biography.'