7th ELAR Mid-Term Exam

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What does 'uncivil' mean?

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Rude or disrespectful behavior.

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Who are the characters in a story?

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The people, animals, or things that help to shape the plot.

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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What does the simile 'as fiery as a volcano' imply about a person?

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It means the person gets really angry.

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What is falling action in a story?

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The events that take place after the climax that prepare the story for its resolution.

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What is the definition of 'protagonist'?

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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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 rising action in a story?

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To build tension and develop the conflict leading up to the climax.

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What does 'assonance' refer to in literature?

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The repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.