ELA Final Study Guide Flashcards

Flashcards for the ELA Final Study Guide, covering topics like sentence types, modifiers, coordinate adjectives, research, argumentative writing, narrative elements, figurative language, and poetry.

Simple Sentence

A sentence with one independent clause.

Compound Sentence

A sentence with two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

Complex Sentence

A sentence with one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.

Compound-Complex Sentence

A sentence with two or more independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses.

Dangling Modifier

A word or phrase that modifies a word it should not modify, often leading to confusion.

Misplaced Modifier

A modifier placed too far from the word it modifies, causing the sentence to be unclear.

Coordinate Adjectives

Adjectives that independently modify the same noun and can be separated by a comma or 'and'.

Credible Source

Up to date, relevant, official authority, accurate and unbiased.

Not Credible Source

Out of date, irrelevant, unofficial authority, inaccurate and biased.

Effective Search Terms

Using specific keywords and synonyms.

How to avoid plagiarism

Give credit, avoid bias, ensure current information, and use MLA citations.

Weak, Untrustworthy Argumentative Text

Illogical reasoning, persuasive phrasing, non-cited sources, unclear/wordy writing, unorganized structure, personal opinions, and a one-sided argument.

Strong, Trustworthy Argumentative Text

Sound reasoning, clear claim, relevant evidence, sufficient evidence, counterclaim included, and up-to-date sources.

Key Component of Argumentative Writing

Presenting evidence and examples.

Counterargument

A statement that presents and refutes the opposing viewpoint.

Trace an argument

Following the logic and analyzing the connections.

How the setting impacts The Outsiders plot

A divided city between the Greasers and Socs creates the conflict.

Ponyboy's perspective

The story is told from 1st person, so we see internal conflict

Theme of the Outsiders

People are more alike than they are different.

Simile

Comparing two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

Metaphor

A direct comparison of two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

Personification

Giving human qualities to non-human things.

Hyperbole

Extreme exaggeration.

Onomatopoeia

The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named

Idiom

A phrase or saying whose meaning cannot be understood from the ordinary meaning of its individual elements

Allusion

An expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly.

Alliteration

The repitition of the same sounds, usually consonants, at the beginning of words or of stressed syllables.

Theme of Words at Work

Learning ELA skills like reading and writing can help your imagination and thinking grow.

Effect of Figurative Language

Emphasizes that themes in stories can be powerful and far-reaching.

Author's attitude toward learning ELA skills

The author believes ELA skills unlock creativity and deeper understanding.

Sentence to remove from paragraph

This sentence has nothing to do with eating healthy.

Words that best improve the Narrative Paragraph

Marcus swirled forward, determined to run his best and surged.

Words that best improve the Narrative Paragraph II

As evening approached, a heavy mist settled across the ground, making the trees look like ghostly shadows. We quickly hurried to set up our tents before the fog grew even thicker.