Samuel
In “The Calling of Samuel,” Eli’s failing eyesight is an example of which literary feature?
symbolism
True or False. The excerpt from Dr. Ida references the biblical stories of Samuel’s calling, Christ’s temptations, and Paul’s missionary journeys.
False
In “The Strangers That Came to Town,” the clause “father’s eyes were narrow slits of blue fire” is an example of which literary feature
metaphor
Explain whether Zeus illustrates biblical justice in “Prometheus.”
Zeus does not illustrate justice; his punishments are harsh and his rules are capricious and change like his nature. God's rules are just and unchanging.
Which war is the historical setting for “The Friend Inside”?
In “The Calling of Samuel,” which of the following is an example of foreshadowing?
the prophecy of the man of God
In the excerpt from Dr. Ida, “the gentle sloshing of pails of water” is an example of which literary feature
onomatopoeia
What is the character flaw of the protagonist in “The Strangers That Came to Town”?
pride
In “A Kind of Murder,” what sets Hugh apart from his classmates?
his defense of Mr. Warren
In “The Friend Inside,” the internal and external conflicts reveal which character trait of Jim Kaley?
courage
In “The Calling of Samuel,” which of the following is an unsympathetic character?
Hophni (Eli's son)
What decision does Ida make at the end of the excerpt from Dr. Ida?
To study and become a doctor
In “The Strangers That Came to Town,” which of the following is a reason that the neighbors dislike the Duvitches?
they are poor
Which of the following would have been a better response by the protagonist of “A Kind of Murder”?
to stand up to his friends
In “Prometheus,” Zeus and Prometheus display which shared characteristic?
lack of respect for the other
Explain how Samuel’s dialogue reveals his character traits in “The Calling of Samuel.”
Samuel responds immediately and respectfully when called and is obedient.
Which of the following reflects the internal conflict in the excerpt from Dr. Ida?
Ida struggles with the decision to help the women of India.
Explain how the protagonist behaves correctly and incorrectly in “A Kind of Murder.”
Hugh initially stands up for Mr. Warren, but ultimately subcomes to peer pressure and does not defend him in the end.
Which of the following is a reason that “Prometheus” is considered a myth?
It features gods or goddesses with human emotions.
What is the dramatic irony in “The Calling of Samuel”?
The Lord calls Samuel, but Samuel does not recognize that it is the voice of the Lord calling him.
In the excerpt from Dr. Ida, Ida’s memory of going to a high-caste home before the events in the story is an example of which literary feature?
flashback
Explain how the message of “The Strangers That Came to Town” aligns with biblical teaching on justice.
When the boys have to replace the fish they killed, it demonstrates restoring what was ruined.
Which event explains the meaning of the title “A Kind of Murder”?
Hugh’s silence during the final study hall
In the excerpt from Dr. Ida, the reference to the story of Samuel is an example of which literary feature?
allusion