Castle Diary

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as' to make a description more vivid.

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What point of view is used in 'Castle Diary'?

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1st person, where the narrator is a character in the story.

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What genre does 'Castle Diary' belong to?

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Historical Fiction, which is a narrative set in the past with real historical events and figures.

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What is a hierarchy?

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A system of organization where people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

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Who narrates the story in 'Castle Diary'?

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Tobias Burgess, who shares his experiences and observations.

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What is the purpose of imagery in literature?

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To create vivid and descriptive language that appeals to the senses and helps the reader visualize scenes.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor directly states that one thing is another, while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare two different things.

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What does 'historical fiction' mean?

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A literary genre where the story takes place in the past and incorporates historical events, settings, and figures.

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What is the role of a narrator in a story?

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The narrator tells the story and provides insight into the characters and events.

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What is feudalism?

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A social system in medieval Europe where land was owned by lords and worked by peasants in exchange for protection.