Figurative Language
Writing to Inform
Reading With a Purpose
Vocabulary
Miscelleaneous
100

"Shine bright like a diamond" is an example of what literary device?

A) Metaphor B) Simile C) Hyperbole D) Entropy

Simile

100

What important sentence comes at the end of the introduction of a persuasive essay?


Position Statement

100

Which of these sentences is an opinion about the tragedy Romeo and Juliet? A. The feud is ended, but it is an act that only the death of their children could make happen. B. Moments later, Juliet wakes up to find Romeo dead C. Audiences will watch the entire play, hoping that something will be done so that the lovers can be saved D. It is stated that there are two households of equal status in Verona, Italy

C. Audiences will watch the entire play, hoping that something will be done so that the lovers can be saved

100

The central message or meaning that the author tries to convey in a piece of literature that relates to everyday life or human experiences. Ex: Love conquers all A. Position B. Theme C. Allusion

B. Theme

100
The set of ideas or emotions that are added to a word. It is not the dictionary meaning. EX: When you say that a girl walking through the hall is HOT. A. Imagery B. Connotation C. Inference
A. Connotation
200

The use of a person, place, thing or event that stands for itself and represents some other meaning, as well. Ex: The American flag or a white dove.

A) Metaphor B) Simile C) Hyperbole D)Symbolism

Symbolism

200

What should your expository, 26 line essays include... A. Symbolism, Theme, Position B. Position , Transitions, Introduction, Body, Conclusion C. Theme, Introduction, Transitions

B. Position , Transitions, Introduction, Body, Conclusion

200

In Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, which literary device is used when Romeo kills himself after he finds Juliet sleeping under the influence of drugs assuming that she is dead? A. Dramatic irony B. Verbal irony C. Oxymoron D. Situational irony

A. Dramatic irony

200
As the weekend progressed, our relationship did not improve, and I was out of ideas. Phoebe even convinced her friends to embark on a personal voyage to “get me.” As a result, I spent the getaway with a target on my back and there wasn’t anything I could do to fix it. Identify the Mood within above passage? A. Convinced B. Confused C. Defeated D. Disappointed
C. Defeated
200
After Daniel did his chores, he played video games. The above is an example of a/an: A. Sentence Fragment B. Comma Splice C. Run-On Sentence D. Complete (Proper) Sentence
D. Complete (Proper) Sentence
300

"It was the shot heard around the world" is an example of what literary device?

A) Metaphor B) Simile C) Hyperbole D) Entropy

Hyperbole

300

This transition CANNOT be used to start a first body paragraph A. For example B. Furthermore C. Clearly

What is B. Furthermore

300

Jack bolted down the road to the village square, a carpet of brown and gold crunching beneath his feet along the route. Which of the following best explains the meaning of a "carpet of brown and gold"? A. The dirt of the unpaved road B. The pattern of bricks lining the route C. The leaves that have fallen from the trees D. The dirty ice and snow covering the ground

D. The dirty ice and snow covering the ground

300
"The old woman staggered out with the enormous pack on her shoulders, which covered her completely. At first she swayed, heading out into the forest, where the air was filled with dusty white whirlwinds of snow, like goblins dancing in the cold. She disappeared, and Mother sighed and prayed for her safety." Identify the mood within the above passage? A. Staggering B. Cold C. Prayerful D. Anxious
D. Anxious
300
What is the meaning of infer or inference? A. Summarizing B. Drawing conclusions, a logical guess, what you can tell from a piece of literature C. Meaning of the story
B. Drawing conclusions, a logical guess, what you can tell from a piece of literature
400

"Life is a highway; I wanna ride it All night long..." "Life is a highway" is an example of ___________.

A) Metaphor B) Simile C) Hyperbole D) Entropy

metaphor

400

What do the words substantiated opinion and unsubstantiated opinion mean? A. Fact/Opinion B. Can be proven/Cannot be proven C. Compare/ Contrast

B.Can be proven/Cannot be proven

400

What can we infer about the character from the following quote?

"Matilda is a special child," Mrs. Wimbly said with a stern glare in Matilda's direction, "it won't happen again."

A. Mrs. Wimbly is Matilda's aunt
B. Mrs. Wimbly is disappointed in Matilda's actions
C. Mrs. Wimbly hates getting in trouble
D. Matilda is a special child

B. Mrs. Wimbly is disappointed in Matilda

400
Words or phrases that appeal to one or more of the five senses. Look, feel, sound, taste, and smell. Ex: The sick sweet smell of the red roses was all I could remember. A. Imagery B. Diction C. Personification
A. Imagery
400
The lugubrious wails of the gypsies matched the dreary whistling of the wind in the all but-deserted cemetery. Based on context clues, we can infer the word "lugubrious" to mean: A. Exciting B. Sorrowful C. Disappointing D. Desperate
B. Sorrowful
500

A statement that is contradicting. Ex: The more you know, the less you understand in life."

A) Metaphor B) Paradox C) Hyperbole D) Simile

Paradox

500

This phrase should never be used in a persuasive essay A. __________ is important because B. Without a doubt people should _____________ C. Have you ever _________________

What is C. Have you ever _________?

500

What is an example of a character foil?

A) Joker to Batman B) Batman to Superman C) Superman to Clark Kent D) Superman to Lois Lane 

A) Joker to the Batman

500
List 3 words that can better describe the mood of a text that is "negative."
(answers vary)
500
Which is the main conflict within "The Most Dangerous Game"? A. General Zaroff and the sailors he hunts (Man v. Man) B. General Zaroff and the hunting of Rainsford (Man v. Man) C. Rainsford and the natural elements as he tries to escape (Man v. Nature) D. Ivan and his disabilities (Man v. Self)
B. General Zaroff and the hunting of Rainsford (Man v. Man)
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