Figurative Language
Rhetorical Appeals
Writing Genres
Word Parts
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100

The following is an example of what type of figurative language? 

The lake was as smooth as glass early in the morning. 

Simile

100

The following is an example of which rhetorical appeal?

Imagine a small dog shivering in the cold rain with no home to return to. By adopting from a shelter, you could give that animal warmth, safety, and a family that truly cares.

Pathos

100

Is the following passage a narrative, literary nonfiction, informational nonfiction, or argumentative writing?

 The rain poured down as Liam ran across the empty soccer field. He had forgotten his backpack on the bench after practice. As thunder rumbled in the distance, he spotted it sitting there, soaked but safe. Laughing at himself, he grabbed the bag and sprinted back toward the parking lot before the storm got worse.

Purpose: To entertain

Narrative

100

The prefix circum- means around. Based on this meaning, what does circumference most likely mean?

A. The measurement from the center to the edge of a circle
B. The distance around the outside of a circle
C. The amount of space inside a circle
D. A straight line across the middle of a circle

B. The distance around the outside of a circle 

100

What is Mrs.Brown's favorite candy?

Reese's

200

The following is an example of what type of figurative language:

The wild wind whispered through the woods.

Alliteration

200

The following is an example of which rhetorical appeal?

As a science teacher with over 20 years of classroom experience, I have seen how hands-on experiments help students understand difficult concepts more effectively.

Ethos

200

Is the following passage a narrative, literary nonfiction, informational nonfiction, or an argumentative writing?

 Schools should require financial literacy classes for all students. Many young adults graduate without understanding how to manage money, which can lead to debt and financial stress. By teaching students about budgeting, saving, and credit, schools can better prepare them for real-world responsibilities.

Purpose: To persuade

Argumentative

200

The root fus means to pour. What does fusion most likely mean? 

A. The separation of two materials
B. A process where things flow together and combine
C. A sudden explosion
D. A type of scientific measurement

B. A process where things flow together and combine

200

What is Mrs.Brown's favorite color?

Pink

300

The following is an example of what kind of figurative language:

The old house groaned and sighed during the storm.

Personification

300

The following is an example of which type of rhetorical appeal?

Studies show that teenagers need about 8–10 hours of sleep each night. Since early school start times make it difficult for students to get enough rest, starting school later could improve student focus and academic performance.

Logos
300

Is the following passage a narrative, argumentative, literary nonfiction, or informational nonfiction piece?

 When I visited my grandmother’s farm for the last time, the barn doors creaked just like they always had. Dust floated in the warm afternoon light, and the smell of hay filled the air. She told stories about growing up there, her voice soft but full of pride. Standing beside her, I realized the farm was more than land—it was a lifetime of memories.

Purpose: to entertain AND to inform

Literary nonfiction

300

The root par means equal. What does partition most nearly mean?

A. To cover something completely
B. To decorate a space
C. To divide something into sections or equal parts
D. To connect two pieces together

C. To divide something into sections or equal parts

300

What is Mrs.Patel's dog's name?

Parker

400

The following is an example of what type of figurative language:

The warm bread smelled sweet and buttery as steam curled into the cool kitchen air.

Imagery

400

The following is an example of which rhetorical appeal:

 According to the American Heart Association, regular exercise can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.

Ethos

400

Is the following passage an example of a narrative, argumentative, literary nonfiction, or informational nonfiction piece?

 Volcanoes form when molten rock, called magma, rises from deep within the Earth and erupts through the surface. These eruptions can release lava, ash, and gases into the air. Although volcanoes can be destructive, they also help create new land and enrich soil for farming.

Purpose: to inform

Informational nonfiction

400

The root radi means ray. What does radioactive most likely describe?

A. Something that produces or releases energy in rays
B. Something that blocks light completely
C. Something that reflects heat from the sun
D. Something that absorbs water quickly

A. Something that produces or releases energy in rays

400

Where did Mrs.Patel graduate from college?

Kennesaw State

500

The following is an example of what kind of figurative language:

When I realized the assignment was due tomorrow, the ball was in my court to finish it quickly.

Idiom

500

The following is an example of which rhetorical appeal?

If a school has 500 students and each student saves just $2 a day by bringing lunch from home, the students together would save $1,000 every day.

Logos

500

Is the following passage a narrative, argumentative, literary nonfiction, or informational nonfiction piece?

Last summer, I helped my grandfather harvest vegetables from the garden behind his house. The morning air was cool, and the ground was still damp from the night before. As we picked tomatoes and dropped them into a metal bucket, he told me stories about how he started the garden more than twenty years ago after retiring. He explained that growing his own food helped him stay active and enjoy the outdoors. Listening to him that morning, I realized the garden was more than a hobby—it was part of his life story.

Literary nonfiction
500

The suffix -ism means belief, system, or practice. What does consumerism most nearly mean?

A. A system that focuses on buying and using goods
B. A method of manufacturing products
C. A rule about how stores should operate
D. A machine used in factories

A. A system that focuses on buying and using goods

500

Who is Mrs.Patel's favorite artist?

Bruno Mars

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