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Final exam for Freshman language arts containing themes such as Romeo and Juliet, Linguistics, The Odyssey, etc (73 cards)

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Main theme of ‘Romeo and Juliet’ related to life stages

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Youth vs. Age

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Historical context of ‘The Odyssey’

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Believed to have been composed around the 8th century BCE

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Key line expressing Mercutio’s curse

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“A plague o’ both your houses! They have made worms’ meat of me.” (3.1.97-98)

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Consequence of Penelope’s faithfulness

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Preserves his household

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Components of a powerful argumentative essay

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  • Thesis Statement: Clear position
  • Evidence: Facts, examples, quotes
  • Counterarguments: Address and refute
  • Conclusion: Reinforce the thesis
  • Tone: Formal, professional
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Key line before Romeo takes poison

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“Here’s to my love! [Drinks.] O true apothecary! Thy drugs are quick.” (5.3.62-63)

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Consequence of Tybalt’s aggression

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Leads to Romeo’s banishment

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Consequence of Odysseus’s pride

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Angers Poseidon, extending his journey

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Sources for finding evidence

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  • Databases
  • Credible news sources
  • Books
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Using word parts to infer meaning: Root

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Base meaning (e.g., “bio” = life)

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Consequence of Friar Laurence’s plan

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Results in tragedy

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Debated usage topic: Less vs. Fewer

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“Less” for uncountable; “fewer” for countable items

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Difference between narrative and informational writing

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Narrative tells a story; informational explains or informs using facts and structure

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Themes explored in ‘The Odyssey’

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  • Perseverance
  • Identity
  • Homecoming
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Citing sources style examples

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Use MLA or APA style

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Key vocabulary: Cognizant

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Aware or informed

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Key traits of Mercutio

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Witty, sarcastic, hot-tempered, loyal friend

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Main theme of ‘Romeo and Juliet’ related to emotions

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Love vs. Hate

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Turning point involving Tybalt’s death

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Romeo kills Tybalt (Act 3, Scene 1)

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Key vocabulary: Plausible

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Believable or reasonable

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Personal language choices reflect

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Identity, setting, purpose

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Archetypes present in ‘The Odyssey’

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  • Mentor
  • Temptress
  • Loyal wife
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Key line where Friar Laurence speaks to Romeo

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“Thou fond mad man, hear me a little speak.” (3.3.95-96)

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Key term: Neurolinguistics

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Brain and language processing

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Purpose of studying etymology
Shows how meanings evolve
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Key line showing Juliet's desperation
"If all else fail, myself have power to die." (3.5.218-220)
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Using word parts to infer meaning: Suffix
End of word (e.g., "-ology" = study of)
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Language roots contributing to English
* Latin * Greek * Germanic * French * etc.
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Key term: Linguistics
Study of language structure and use
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Consequence of Romeo's impulsiveness
Leads to multiple deaths
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Transmission method of 'The Odyssey'
Passed down orally before being written
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Key turning point involving the afterlife
Visit to the Underworld
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Consequence of crew's disobedience
Results in death
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Definition of laissez-faire
Non-interference policy, from French
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Example of in-text citation in APA style
(Smith, 2020)
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Impact of 'The Odyssey' on modern narratives
The hero’s journey structure
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Key vocabulary: Niche
Specialized segment or role
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Key term: Phonetics
Sounds of speech
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Turning point involving Juliet's deception
Juliet fakes her death
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Key turning point involving the Trojan War
The Trojan Horse victory
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Key vocabulary: Doublespeak
Language that hides truth
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Key traits of Romeo
Passionate, impulsive, emotional, romantic
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Turning point leading to Romeo's death
Romeo believes Juliet is dead and kills himself
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Main theme of 'Romeo and Juliet' related to destiny
Fate vs. Free Will
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Key turning point involving magic
Circe’s island
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Example of active voice
"The evidence proves..." vs. "It is proven..."
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Key turning point involving Odysseus's return
Return to Ithaca and slaughter of the suitors
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Key vocabulary: Hubris
Excessive pride
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Concept of code-switching
Switching language or dialect based on context
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Key traits of Juliet
Intelligent, loyal, brave, mature beyond her years
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Narrative technique used in 'The Odyssey'
Nonlinear storytelling: starts in medias res
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Key traits of The Nurse
Talkative, affectionate, protective of Juliet
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Key turning point involving a monstrous encounter
Encounter with Polyphemus
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Importance of active voice
Shows power, clarity, and authority
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Key traits of Friar Laurence
Wise, hopeful, well-meaning but naïve
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Key term: Lexicology
Study of words
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Debated usage topic: Split Infinitives
"To boldly go"—some say it's wrong; others accept it
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Summary of Odysseus's journey includes
* Troy * Cicones * Lotus-Eaters * Cyclops * Aeolus (Wind God) * Laestrygonians * Circe * Underworld * Sirens * Scylla and Charybdis * Thrinacia (Helios’ cattle) * Calypso * Phaeacians * Ithaca
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Turning point when Romeo and Juliet meet
Capulet party
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Definition of etymology
Traces word origins and meanings
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Contextual settings for language use
* Formal (school, work) * Informal (home, texting)
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Consequence of Juliet's loyalty to Romeo
Alienates her family
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Example of in-text citation in MLA style
(Homer 221)
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Possible identity of Homer
May have been blind or a collective name for several poets
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Change in narrator's voice in 'The Odyssey'
Changes in narrator’s voice (Homer vs. Odysseus)
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Narrative method involving Odysseus's past
Flashbacks from Odysseus
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Difference between argumentative and communicative writing
Argumentative persuades with claims, evidence, and reasoning; communicative conveys thoughts clearly
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Key traits of Tybalt
Aggressive, prideful, loyal to Capulets
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Tips for effective presentations
* Use visuals or slides * Speak clearly and confidently * Organize points logically
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Using word parts to infer meaning: Prefix
Start of word (e.g., "un-" = not)
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Main theme of 'Romeo and Juliet' related to societal expectations
Individual Desires vs. Social Expectations
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Key vocabulary: Zenith
Highest point
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Key turning point involving mythical creatures
The Sirens and Scylla/Charybdis

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