Grade 10 English Study Flashcards

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What is the purpose of literary analysis?
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The purpose of literary analysis is to examine, interpret, and understand the deeper meanings and themes of a text.
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Name three common themes found in literature.
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Three common themes are love, conflict, and identity.
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What is a thesis statement in an essay?
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A thesis statement is a single sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.
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Define ‘motif’ in literature.
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A motif is a recurring element, such as an image, theme, or type of incident, that has symbolic significance in a story.
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What are the three main parts of an essay?
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The three main parts are the introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.
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How can dialogue enhance creative writing?
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Dialogue can reveal character traits, advance the plot, and enhance the realism of the story.
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What is the difference between ‘tone’ and ‘mood’ in literature?
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Tone is the author's attitude toward the subject, while mood is the feeling or atmosphere that the reader experiences.
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What should you include in the introduction of an essay?
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The introduction should include a hook, background information, and a thesis statement.
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What is ‘foreshadowing’ in literary terms?
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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication of what will happen later in the story.
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In essay writing, what is the function of a topic sentence?
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A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph and sets the tone for the rest of the paragraph.
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Name a technique to create a strong hook in creative writing.
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One technique is to start with an intriguing question or a vivid, descriptive scene.
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What role does ‘point of view’ play in a story?
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Point of view determines who is telling the story and can affect how the story is perceived by readers.
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Give an example of a literary device used in poetry.
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An example is alliteration, which is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.
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List two strategies to conclude an essay effectively.
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Summarizing the main points and restating the thesis in a new way are two strategies to conclude effectively.
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What distinguishes a ‘round’ character from a ‘flat’ character?
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A round character is complex and undergoes development, while a flat character is one-dimensional and does not change much throughout the story.
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What is meant by ‘imagery’ in creative writing?
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Imagery involves the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses to create vivid pictures in the reader's mind.
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Define ‘symbolism’ in literature.
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Symbolism is the use of symbols to signify ideas and qualities by giving them symbolic meanings different from their literal sense.
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How does ‘climax’ function within a plot?
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The climax is the point of highest tension and drama in the story, where the main conflict reaches a turning point.
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What is one way to organize the body paragraphs of an essay?
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One way is to use a chronological order, presenting information or arguments in the sequence they occur.
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Name a benefit of using similes in creative writing.
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Similes create vivid imagery and can make descriptions more relatable by comparing unfamiliar concepts to familiar ones.
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