Vocabulary 1
Even though recounting the books seems tedious, it is something we have to do.
Which means the same?
A. boring
B. awful
C. overwhelming
D. unusual
A. boring
This element of plot represents the main problem of the story.
Conflict
Which story element reveals an earlier period of time?
A. flashback
B. foreshadow
C. dream sequence
D. parallel episode
A. flashback
All of her friends were going to the movies, so Julia wanted to go too.
A. Testimonial
B. Bandwagon
C. Card Stacking
D. Transfer
B. Bandwagon
Which sentence BEST supports the idea that reading is beneficial?
A. Some children begin reading at the age of four.
B. If you’re good at reading, you will perform better with your other subjects.
C. At the ninth grade level, students will spend approximately two hours per night on their reading homework.
D. If a parent likes to read, their children will often enjoy it as well.
B. If you’re good at reading, you will perform better with your other subjects.
The decision comes with much ______________ considering the anxiety it will cause.
Which BEST fits into the blank?
A. cooperation
B. organization
C. jurisdiction
D. trepidation
D. trepidation
This element of plot establishes the setting and provides background information.
The Exposition
Which story element provides a clue of something to come?
A. flashback
B. foreshadow
C. dream sequence
D. parallel episode
B. foreshadow
Because Joe was a skilled basketball player, everyone thought he would be good at baseball.
A. Testimonial
B. Bandwagon
C. Card Stacking
D. Transfer
D. Transfer
Which would make the BEST shampoo slogan?
A. “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.”
B. “Sometimes harsh shampoo dries out your hair.”
C. “How would you look as a blonde?”
D. “It’s time to try a new shampoo.”
A. “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.”
Which means the same?
sense of allegiance
A. kindness
B. commitment
C. appropriateness
D. diversion
B. commitment
This element of plot leads up to the climax.
The Rising Action
In poetry, the rose often signals true love.
Which story element is being used here?
A. Symbolism
B. Literary Allusion
C. Irony
A. Symbolism
Anita didn’t want to go to school because she didn’t feel well, she was probably contagious, and it was cold outside.
A. Testimonial
B. Bandwagon
C. Card Stacking
D. Plain Folks
C. Card Stacking
Which sentence expresses a fact, rather than an opinion?
A. Abraham Lincoln was the most honest President.
B. Abraham Lincoln was the greatest President of the 19th century.
C. Abraham Lincoln was known for his honesty.
D. Abraham Lincoln worked harder than any other President.
C. Abraham Lincoln was known for his honesty.
Which word BEST completes both sentences?
Ella hoped to find a ______________ to the problem.
Tina mixed the ________________ with water.
A. cure
B. compound
C. solution
D. postponement
C. solution
This element of plot reveals the result of the conflict.
The Climax
“Don’t act like a Romeo in front of Vanessa.”
Which story element is being used here?
A. Symbolism
B. Literary Allusion
C. Irony
B. Literary Allusion
The CEO of the bank wore denim overalls when he went to a meeting with the farmers.
A. Testimonial
B. Bandwagon
C. Card Stacking
D. Plain Folks
D. Plain Folks
The receiver buckled under the pressure and dropped the ball.
Which dictionary definition BEST matches the word “buckled” in this sentence?
A. a flat frame with a hinged pin
B. to join the ends of a belt or strap
C. to yield or collapse from stress
D. to bend out of shape
C. to yield or collapse from stress
Which means the opposite of disgruntled?
A. hungry
B. energized
C. satisfied
D. talented
C. satisfied
This element of plot is often referred to as the “denouement”.
The Resolution
This type of irony involves the reader and a character knowing more than other characters in the story.
A. Verbal Irony
B. Situational Irony
C. Dramatic Irony
C. Dramatic Irony
Jennifer and Cindy both wrote research papers on global warming. Jennifer’s paper was excellent!
A. Testimonial
B. Bandwagon
C. Name Calling
D. Transfer
C. Name Calling
Sandy is a young girl in a very difficult situation. She struggles to help her mom, Angie, overcome the effects of the harsh environment she experienced as a child.
Which point of view should be used in order for the audience to hear the thoughts and feelings of both Sandy and Angie?
A. 1st Person
B. 3rd Person Objective
C. 3rd Person Limited
D. 3rd Person Omniscient
D. 3rd Person Omniscient