ELA AIR6 Practice (Spr18)

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What is the main conflict in a story?

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The main conflict is the central struggle between opposing forces in a narrative, which drives the plot forward.

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Define 'theme' in literature.

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The theme is the underlying message or central idea of a literary work, often reflecting on human experiences.

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What does 'character development' mean?

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Character development refers to the process of creating a believable character by showing their growth, changes, and complexities throughout the story.

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Explain the term 'plot structure'.

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Plot structure is the sequence of events in a story, typically including exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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What is 'suspense' in a narrative?

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Suspense is a feeling of excitement or anxious uncertainty about what may happen next in a story.

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Define 'setting' in literature.

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The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs, influencing the mood and context of the narrative.

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What is the purpose of a 'climax' in a story?

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The climax is the turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What does 'figurative language' mean?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation, often to create imagery or emphasize a point.

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Define '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 'foreshadowing'?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.