8th Grade English Language Arts Exam B

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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary purpose of dialogue in a story?
Back
To reveal character traits and advance the plot.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When analyzing an author's word choice, which aspect is MOST important?
Back
The effect of the language on tone and meaning.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a characteristic of sound reasoning in argumentative writing?
Back
Supporting claims with valid evidence.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What makes a theme 'complex' rather than simple?
Back
Exploring layered meanings and implications.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the best way to determine an author's purpose?
Back
Analyze the text's structure and language choices.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is dialogue?
Back
A conversation between two or more characters in a story.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define 'theme' in literature.
Back
The central idea or underlying message of a literary work.
Tags
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
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