Reading Comprehension and Analysis Flashcard

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What does the idiom 'spill the beans' mean?

Back

To tell a secret.

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What type of figurative language is used in the phrase 'as fast as a cheetah'?

Back

Simile.

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Why did Daedalus warn Icarus not to fly too close to the sun?

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He was concerned about the heat melting the wax.

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What does personification mean in literature?

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Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities.

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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Time is a thief.

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What is the main purpose of figurative language?

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To create vivid imagery and express ideas in creative ways.

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What is a simile?

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A comparison between two different things using 'like' or 'as.'

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To examine it closely to understand its meaning and structure.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be proven true or false; an opinion is a personal belief.