ELA 7 - Final Exam Review

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two. Examples include 'although', 'because', and 'while'.

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What does 'inimitable' mean?

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Inimitable means something that is so unique or excellent that it cannot be copied or imitated.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the central message or insight that the author conveys through the narrative, often reflecting on universal human experiences.

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Define 'main idea'.

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The main idea is the primary point or concept that the author wants to communicate in a piece of writing.

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What is an object of a preposition?

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The object of a preposition is the noun or pronoun that follows the preposition and completes its meaning.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is the purpose of dialogue in a story?

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Dialogue serves to reveal character traits, advance the plot, and provide insight into the relationships between characters.

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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.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor states that one thing is another.