9th Grade Revising for Clarity Assessment

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What is a knight?

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A knight is a person who served as a mounted soldier in the Middle Ages, often sworn to protect a lord and uphold chivalric values.

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What is a page in the context of knighthood?

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A page is a young boy, typically around eight years old, who begins training to become a knight by serving a lord.

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What is an esquire?

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An esquire is a young man who is training to become a knight, often serving as an assistant to a knight.

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What does the pronoun 'it' refer to in a sentence?

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The pronoun 'it' typically refers to a noun mentioned earlier in the sentence, clarifying what is being discussed.

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What is the importance of editing sentences?

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Editing sentences helps to improve clarity, remove redundancy, and ensure that the message is conveyed effectively.

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What is a delicacy?

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A delicacy is a rare or luxurious food item that is considered highly desirable and often expensive.

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What does 'foraging' mean?

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Foraging refers to the act of searching for and gathering wild food resources, such as mushrooms or berries.

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What is a pronoun?

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A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun to avoid repetition, such as 'he', 'she', 'it', or 'they'.

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What does 'modest' mean?

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Modest means having a humble opinion of one's own importance or abilities; not boastful.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or point of a paper, guiding the reader on what to expect.