unit 1
What is the meaning of the word expound
present and explain (a theory or idea) systematically and in detail.
the meaning of the word martial
of or appropriate to war; warlike
the meaning of the word indiscretion
behavior or speech that is inappropriate or shows poor judgment
the meaning of the word defray
to offset the cost of; to reimburse
what is the meaning of sedative
tending to calm or tranquilize
Which option most accurately defines framing?
a literary technique that places one story inside another story
What options contain an accurate definition of theme?
he central message that the author conveys through the characters and plot
the universal truth that the author conveys through the characters and plot
Which element of a narrative text is directly involved in the conflict of a story and moves the story along through actions, motivations, and interactions?
character
Which is the most accurate definition of textual evidence?
specific information, found directly within a reading, that is used to support assertions
Which option most accurately defines the word sarcasm?
the use of mockery to impart contempt or criticism
Which options are the names of narrative elements?
characters
setting
tone
What response most accurately states the definition of central idea?
an overarching message or truth that is specific to a story
Read the sentence.
When referring to a piece of literature, the character’s perspective is the __________ of a character conveyed through his or her actions, reactions, interactions, thoughts, feelings, and words.
Which options accurately complete this statement?
attitude
opinions
feelings
Which option most accurately explains the difference between something that is implicit and something that is explicit?
Something that is implicit is understood despite not being clearly stated, while something that is explicit is clearly stated.
Which options accurately define the word irony?
a literary technique used to place emphasis or to create humor
the use of language that typically means the opposite of what is openly stated
Which response most accurately defines the narrative text structure element of flashback?
a scene or memory of the past, presented out of chronological order, that provides background information
What options most accurately depict literary devices containing meaning that is different from what is directly stated?
understatement
irony
sarcasm
Read the statement.
Ambiguity is a literary technique authors use to _______.
Which option most accurately completes the sentence?
leave a part of a story or poem open to multiple interpretations, giving the text interest, depth, and complexity
Which is the most accurate definition of ambiguity?
a condition of being unclear or lacking one specific meaning
Which options depict the most effective ways in which a short poem could be artistically interpreted?
audio recording
painting
Which response most clearly explains the purpose of pacing within a work of fiction?
Pacing allows the author to speed up or slow down the narrative, which helps direct the reader’s attention to certain elements of the plot and create suspense.
What response most accurately defines perspective?
What response most accurately defines perspective?
Which option most accurately provides the term used for the central message or universal truth that the author conveys through the characters and plot?
theme
What sentence correctly defines understatement?
Understatement is the representation of information in a minimal or subdued way, and is used for humor or emphasis.
Which options most accurately name themes common in 18th-, 19th-, and early 20th-century British literature?
the longevity of art and culture
the value of suffering
the power of nature and beauty