ELA Review

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What is the author's purpose?

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The author's purpose is to Persuade, Inform, or Entertain (PIE).

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What is an informational text?

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An informational text is a type of nonfiction writing that provides factual information about a specific topic.

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What is an opinion essay?

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An opinion essay is a type of academic writing where the writer expresses their personal opinion on a topic and supports it with evidence and examples.

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What is a setting in a story?

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The setting is where a story takes place.

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How do you correct this sentence: Jim said I think I got the answer right?

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Jim said, 'I think I got the answer right.'

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What does PIE stand for in writing?

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PIE stands for Persuade, Inform, Entertain.

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What is the difference between fiction and nonfiction?

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Fiction is made-up stories, while nonfiction provides factual information.

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What is a narrative text?

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A narrative text tells a story and includes characters, a setting, and a plot.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the main idea.