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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as' to highlight similarities.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

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How does the setting influence a story?

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The setting provides the time and place of the story, which can affect the mood, conflict, and characters' actions.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is the main setting of 'All Summer in a Day'?

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The main setting is Venus, where it is perpetually rainy and gloomy.

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What mood does the weather on Venus create in the story?

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The weather creates a dreary and gloomy mood throughout the story.

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What is the significance of the sun in 'All Summer in a Day'?

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The sun represents hope, joy, and the longing for warmth, contrasting with the constant rain on Venus.

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What does the term 'conflict' mean in a story?

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot and creates tension.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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How does the author use descriptive language in the story?

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The author uses descriptive language to create vivid imagery and convey the emotions of the characters.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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What is the tone of the story before the sun appears?

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The tone is anxious and desperate, reflecting the characters' longing for the sun.

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What role do the children play in the story?

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The children represent innocence and the desire for normalcy, contrasting with the harsh environment of Venus.

Front

What is the main theme of 'All Summer in a Day'?

Back

The main theme is the impact of isolation and the longing for connection and happiness.