Semester Exam Flashcard

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What do you put a star by when annotating?

Back

The thesis statement.

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What is the first step in Seguin Annotation?

Back

Number the paragraphs.

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What is indirect characterization?

Back

Indirect characterization is when a character's traits are revealed through their actions, thoughts, and interactions rather than through direct description.

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True or False: When writing a summary, you should write a lot and make it long.

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False.

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True or False: When writing a summary, you should paraphrase the main ideas.

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True.

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What is the purpose of annotating a text?

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To engage with the material, enhance understanding, and retain information.

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What does it mean to paraphrase?

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To restate information in your own words while maintaining the original meaning.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

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Direct characterization tells the audience what the character is like, while indirect characterization shows the character's traits through their actions and dialogue.

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Why is it important to number paragraphs when annotating?

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It helps organize thoughts and makes it easier to reference specific sections of the text.