Beginning of the Year ELA Check

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What is a minor character?

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A minor character is a character who plays a small role in a story and does not have a significant impact on the plot.

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What is an imperative sentence?

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An imperative sentence gives a command or instruction and often begins with a verb.

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How many lines are in a typical poem?

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A poem can have any number of lines, but in this case, the example poem has 5 lines.

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What is non-fiction?

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Non-fiction is a genre of writing that is based on facts and real events.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things by saying one is the other.

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What is the role of a verb in a sentence?

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A verb expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is a genre that includes stories created from the imagination, while non-fiction is based on real events and facts.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What does it mean for a character to play a huge role in the plot?

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It means that the character significantly influences the events and outcomes of the story.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.