NWEA Reading Vocab Review

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What is the mood of a story?

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The mood of a story is my feelings as the reader when I read it, which are usually created by the setting.

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What does point of view mean?

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Point of view means who is telling the story and how that affects it.

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What is a claim in writing?

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A claim is the opinion or idea an author is arguing.

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What is the tone of a text?

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The tone of a text is the author's attitude toward the topic.

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What does it mean to contribute?

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To contribute means to add, give, or have an effect on someone or something.

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How does setting influence mood?

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The setting can create an atmosphere that evokes specific feelings in the reader, influencing the mood of the story.

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What is the difference between mood and tone?

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Mood refers to the feelings evoked in the reader, while tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject.

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Why is point of view important in a story?

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Point of view affects how the story is perceived and understood by the reader.

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What is an example of a claim?

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An example of a claim is stating that 'school uniforms improve student discipline'.

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How can tone be identified in a text?

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Tone can be identified through word choice, sentence structure, and the overall attitude conveyed by the author.