What are two (2) examples of story elements that are introduced in the exposition?
Setting (time and place), background information, characters, etc.
100
What is the definition of a simile?
A comparison of two different things using like or as.
100
A sentence that includes two independent clauses joined together by a coordinating conjunction or a semi-colon (;) is a _________________ sentence.
Compound
100
What is the sentence in the introduction of a paper that states the purpose or claim that will be presented?
Thesis statement
100
Which point of view is established in the following passage?
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It was only a matter of time. She had written the letter over two weeks ago. I had waited and waited by the mailbox for days.
First person
200
What type of mood is suggested in the following sentence?
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The boy turned with a sigh as he looked upon his childhood home for the last time.
Longing, sorrowful, wistful, longing, depressing, etc.
Examples may vary.
200
"Baby you're a firework!" is an example of which literary term?
Metaphor
200
David goes to the library and studies every day.
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Which type of sentence is this an example of?
Simple Sentence
200
What THREE elements should be included in the first sentence of an Objective Summary
I. Title of the Article
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II. Author of the Article
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III. Topic of the Article
200
Using context clues, what is a possible synonym for the following word?
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His attempts at cheating on the exam were TACTLESS. It is a useless practice and looked down upon.
Possible synonyms: careless, unthinking, impolite, rude, inconsiderate, thoughtless.
300
Daisy keeps getting spam messages on her iPhone and she cannot make them stop.
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This is an example of which type of conflict?
External: Character vs. Technology
300
Which type of imagery is being used in the following sentence?
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I was awakened by the smell of freshly brewed coffee.
Olfactory Imagery
300
List the FANBOYS
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So
300
Which of the following statements is most likely an opinion?
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A. Bicycling is effective in preventing cardiovascular diseases.
B. More people choose bicycling instead of running.
C. Bicycling is an enjoyable form of exercise.
D. None of the above
C. Bicycling is an enjoyable form of exercise.
300
List four (4) examples of subordinating conjunctions.
after, although, though, because, before, even though, until, when, whenever, while, etc.
400
The central idea, moral, or message of a story.
What is theme?
400
The following sentence is an example of which literary element?
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Victoria's car is faster than the speed of light.
Hyperbole
400
Change the following COMPOUND sentence into a COMPLEX sentence:
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Lexi turned in her homework, but she forgot to turn in the last page.
When Lexi turned in her homework, she forgot to turn in the last page.
After Lexi turned in her homework, she realized she forgot the last page.
400
Which of the following is cited in correct MLA format?
I. Bullying is characterized by "using superior strength or influence to intimidate someone," (Wilson 3).
II. Bullying is characterized by "using superior strength or influence to intimidate someone" (Wilson, 3).
III. Bullying is characterized by "using superior strength or influence to intimidate someone" (Wilson 3).
III. Bullying is characterized by "using superior strength or influence to intimidate someone" (Wilson 3).
*Remember, if the same author is used multiple times throughout the paper, you may punctuate with simply the page number after citing it fully one time first.
Example: Bullying is characterized by "using superior strength or influence to intimidate someone" (3).
400
List the five (5) ways an author shows indirect characterization
Speech
Thoughts
Effect on others
Actions
Looks
500
List the sequence of events of a plot line in order.
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“All the world’s a stage,
And all the men and women merely players;
they have their exits and their entrances;
And one man in his time plays many parts,”
In this passage, the stage is a ______________ for the world.
Metaphor
500
Later today, I will go to Cocoa and Cram and study my brains out.
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Which type of sentence is this an example of?
Simple sentence
One subject, two verbs = one independent clause.
500
What is the difference between an OBJECTIVE summary and a SUBJECTIVE summary?
OBJECTIVE = fact
SUBJECTIVE = opinion
500
The ___________ of a story tells the attitude of the author toward a particular subject.