Indirect Characterization
Which method is not typically used in indirect characterization?
a) dialogue/speech
b) actions
c) physical appearance
d) direct author commentary
d) direct author commentary
What is Montag's profession?
a) librarian
b) fireman (starting fires)
c) fireman (putting out fires)
d) teacher
b) fireman (starting fires)
Which of the following uses onomatopoeia?
a) The bees buzzed angrily.
b) The bees flew in circle.
c) The bees were loud.
d) The bees were symbols of chaos.
a) The bees buzzed angrily.
What is Ms. Kat's favorite bird, on principal?
Pigeon!
Which sentence contains a verb that is intransitive?
a) After the bell rang, the students dispersed quickly into the courtyard..
b) The principal addressed the students during the assembly.
c) The teacher handed out the assignments before lunch.
d) The librarian shelved the returned books in alphabetical order.
a) After the bell rang, the students dispersed quickly into the courtyard..
Which of the following best illustrates indirect characterization?
a) "John was a generous man."
b) "John gave his last dollar to the homeless man without hesitation."
c) "John said, 'I am generous.'"
d) "John was known for his generosity."
b) "John gave his last dollar to the homeless man without hesitation."
a) He saves books from fires.
b) He teaches people to read.
c) He starts fires to burn books.
d) He writes books.
c) He starts fires to burn books.
Which of the following is an example of simile?
a) The stars were diamonds in the night sky.
b) The wind whispered through the trees.
c) Time is like a thief in the night.
d) The moon smiled down on the world.
c) Time is like a thief in the night.
What does Ms. Kat call students, often, when they are being dumb?
ding-dong
Which sentence contains an auxiliary verb?
a) The manuscript was edited thoroughly before submission.
b) The manuscript underwent extensive revisions.
c) The editor revised the manuscript thoroughly.
d) The author revised the manuscript before the deadline.
a) The manuscript was edited thoroughly before submission.
In a story, a character slams a door and mutters under their breath. What does this most likely reveal?
a) the character is angry
b) the author is using indirect characterization
c) the character is happy
d) the character is confused
a) the character is angry
What effect does Clarisse have on Montag?
a) She makes him angry.
b) She encourages him to burn more books.
c) She teaches him how to be a firefighter.
d) She causes him to question his life and society.
d) She causes him to question his life and society.
a) metonymy
b) hyperbole
c) personification
d) metaphor
c) personification
Is being someone's huzz or chuzz better?
huzz
Which sentence contains a linking verb followed by a predicate nominative?
a) The engineer designed a new prototype for the device.
b) The students remained silent throughout the lecture.
c) The scientist examined the data carefully.
d) The winner of the contest was a former Olympic athlete.
d) The winner of the contest was a former Olympic athlete.
Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization through dialogue?
a) "She was shy and reserved."
b) "I don't really like talking to people," she whispered.
c) "She had a quiet demeanor."
d) "She was known for her silence."
b) "I don't really like talking to people," she whispered.
What does Montag begin to realize about his society?
a) It suppresses knowledge and promotes conformity.
b) It encourages rebellion.
c) It is built on freedom and individuality.
d) It values deep thinking and literature.
a) It suppresses knowledge and promotes conformity.
Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?
a) The mountain stood tall and proud.
b) The fire spread quickly like a hungry predator.
c) The river whispered its secrets to the trees.
d) I've told you a million times to clean your room.
d) I've told you a million times to clean your room.
What are the primary colors?
Red, yellow, blue
Which sentence contains an intransitive verb?
a) The technician calibrated the instruments before the experiment began.
b) The manager reviewed the quarterly report thoroughly.
c) The violinist performed with remarkable precision during the recital.
d) The author published her findings in a peer-reviewed journal.
c) The violinist performed with remarkable precision during the recital.
Why might an author choose indirect characterization over direct characterization?
a) To make the story shorter
b) to avoid describing characters
c) to allow readers to infer and engage more deeply with characters
d) to confuse the reader
c) to allow readers to infer and engage more deeply with characters
What is the significance of the parlor walls in Montag's home?
a) They are used for heating the house.
b) They represent the government's control over entertainment and thought.
c) They are filled with books.
d) They are used for storing fire equipment.
b) They represent the government's control over entertainment and thought.
Identify the type of figurative language in the phrase: "He had a heart of stone."
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Personification
d) Hyperbole
b) Metaphor
Which animal would win in a fight? A honey badger or an elephant?
definitely honey badger
Which sentence contains a transitive verb?
a) The professor, who had lectured for hours, finally dismissed the class with a weary sigh.
b) After the storm passed, the trees swayed gently in the wind.
c) The child grew tired as the evening wore on.
d) The committee convened unexpectedly, causing confusion among staff.
a) The professor, who had lectured for hours, finally dismissed the class with a weary sigh.