A good theme statement...

a universal idea or message that is deeply embedded within a story., resonates with the audience by addressing relatable human experiences.

anything that represents something else, either directly or indirectly.

an expression that means something besides the literal meaning.

descriptive writing that appeals to a reader’s five senses and imagination

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A metaphor is...
anything that represents something else, either directly or indirectly.
descriptive writing that appeals to a reader’s five senses and imagination
a direct comparison; saying one thing IS another thing
a brief, indirect reference to another story or text
2
A simile is...
descriptive writing that appeals to a reader’s five senses and imagination
an expression that means something besides the literal meaning.
a comparison not using like or as
a comparison using like or as
3
A euphemism is...
anything that represents something else, either directly or indirectly.
a direct comparison; saying one thing IS another thing
descriptive writing that appeals to a reader’s five senses and imagination
a special type to indirectly refer to something unpleasant or taboo.
4
An allusion is...
the formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named.
be a warning, reference, or indication of (a future event).
a brief, indirect reference to another story or text
exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
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I am drowning in a sea of homework assignments is an example of a simile.
True
False
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A good theme statement...
a universal idea or message that is deeply embedded within a story.
resonates with the audience by addressing relatable human experiences.
All of the above.
is explored ONLY through the setting.
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The mockingjay symbolizes the rebellion movement in The Hunger Games.
False
True
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A symbol is...
a universal idea or message that is deeply embedded within a story
descriptive writing that appeals to a reader’s five senses and imagination
a brief, indirect reference to another story or text
anything that represents something else, either directly or indirectly.
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An idiom is...
a brief, indirect reference to another story or text
an expression that means something besides the literal meaning.
is a special type, to indirectly refer to something unpleasant or taboo.
a direct comparison; saying one thing IS another thing.
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Imagery is...
descriptive writing that appeals to a reader’s five senses and imagination
an expression that means something besides the literal meaning
a brief, indirect reference to another story or text
A comparison using like or as.

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