Reading Literature
What is the moral of a story, or the lesson called?
the theme
What is the purpose of a glossary in a book?
A glossary provides definitions of specialized or unfamiliar terms used in the book.
What is a thesis statement?
A thesis statement is a sentence that expresses the main idea of an essay.
What is a synonym for "happy"?
Joyful
Which of the following is a characteristic of a reliable source?
C It is peer-reviewed and published in a reputable journal.
What literary device involves giving human characteristics to non-human objects or animals?
Personification
Which of the following is a primary source and why?
B) A letter written by Abraham Lincoln.
because it came directly from him and he is the main source
Which of the following sentences is the most effective topic sentence for a paragraph about the benefits of recycling?
B. "Recycling helps reduce waste and conserve natural resources."
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: "She (accepts/excepts) the award with gratitude."
Accepts
What is/what is the significance of the setting in a story, and how can it influence the characters and plot?
The setting provides the time and place of the story, influencing the characters' actions, behaviors, and the plot's development.
What do you call the main character in the story? This is the person who is normally seen as the good person. What do you call the opposition in the story? The person who shares the conflict with the main character?
Protagonist & Antagonist
Identify the main idea of the following passage: "The invention of the internet has revolutionized communication, making it easier and faster to connect with people around the world."
The main idea is that the internet has revolutionized communication.
What can you use to effectively refute a counterargument in an argumentative essay?
Identify the part of speech for the word quickly: "The cat quickly ran across the yard."
Adverb
What is the function of a caption in an informative text?
B To give additional information about an image or illustration.
Foreshadowing
Explain how an author would use evidence to support their argument in an article about climate change.
They would use scientific data, expert testiomonials, real world examples, data, research, peer reviewed articles.
What is the role of a call to action in persuasive writing, and how can it be effectively used?
B) To encourage the reader to take a specific action by using compelling and urgent language.
Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "obfuscate" in the following sentence: "The politician's speech seemed designed to obfuscate the real issues, making it difficult for the audience to understand his true stance."
Obfuscate means to make something unclear or difficult to understand.
Which of the following best describes the structure of a text that explains the steps in a process?
C Sequence/chronological order
How does the main character's decision at the climax of a story affect the outcome of the plot? What does this decision determine?
It determines the resolution of the story.
What is the main purpose of an author's use of expert testimonials in an informational text?
To add credibility and support to their argument.
What are the key components of a strong conclusion in an argumentative essay?
Restate your main topic/thesis and summarize the main points. You can also add a call to action.
Analyze the use of the word "quixotic" in the following sentence and explain how it contributes to the overall meaning: "His quixotic quest to find the perfect utopia led him to many disappointments, as he chased ideals that were impossible to achieve."
The word "quixotic" means exceedingly idealistic and unrealistic. It shows how unrealistic (impractical/crazy) his quest actually was.
What are the names of Ms. Z's cats?
Hermoine and Chanel