5th Grade ELA Review

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What is a thesaurus?

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A thesaurus is a reference book that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning (synonyms) and sometimes antonyms.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What does it mean to narrate a story?

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To narrate a story means to tell or recount the events of the story, often from a specific point of view.

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What is point of view in literature?

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Point of view is the perspective from which a story is told, such as first person, second person, or third person.

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What is character perspective?

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Character perspective refers to how a character views and interprets events and other characters in a story.

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What is the purpose of a dictionary?

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A dictionary is a reference book that provides definitions, pronunciations, and information about words.

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What does it mean to seek approval?

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To seek approval means to look for validation or acceptance from others, often from someone important to you.

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What is an excerpt?

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An excerpt is a short portion or segment taken from a larger text, such as a book or article.

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What is the difference between 'trained' and 'professional'?

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'Trained' refers to having received instruction or practice in a specific skill, while 'professional' refers to someone who is engaged in a specific profession, often requiring specialized education or training.

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What is an example of a detail that shows a character's feelings?

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A detail that shows a character's feelings might be their actions, such as looking towards someone for approval or feeling embarrassed.