English II EOC Review

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What is repetition?

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Repeating a word, phrase, or entire line for emphasis.

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What can we infer from Ms. McMahon's reaction to the potted plant?

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Ms. McMahon's cat, Chicken knocked over the plant.

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What is the main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work?

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Theme.

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What is the literal, dictionary definition of a word?

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Denotation.

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What is a metaphor?

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A comparison without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is connotation?

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The implied or associated meaning of a word, beyond its literal definition.

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What is personification?

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Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities.

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What is the author's purpose?

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The reason an author writes a text, such as to inform, entertain, or persuade.

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What is tone in literature?

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The author's attitude toward the subject, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is a simile?

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A comparison using 'like' or 'as'.