Figurative Language
What type of figurative language is used in this sentence: “The classroom was a zoo.”
A. Simile
B. Metaphor
C. Personification
D. Hyperbole
b. Metaphor
Which of the following is a characteristic of historical fiction?
A. Based on real people but includes imaginary events
B. Uses only factual information
C. Always includes a mystery
D. Told in poem form
A. Based on real people but includes imaginary events
Which text structure is used when an author explains how one event leads to another?
A. Compare and contrast
B. Chronological
C. Cause and effect
D. Problem and solution
C. Cause and effect
What is the theme of a story?
A. The main character
B. The story’s setting
C. The lesson or message the author wants to convey
D. The conflict in the story
C. The lesson or message the author wants to convey
What does it mean when a character is dynamic?
A. They are boring
B. They do not change
C. They change throughout the story
D. They are the villain
C. They change throughout the story
Which sentence contains an example of personification?
A. The sun smiled down on us.
B. She was as fast as lightning.
C. His backpack weighed a ton.
D. Time flies when you're having fun.
A. The sun smiled down on us.
Which genre is most likely to include elements like dragons, spells, and magical worlds?
A. Realistic Fiction
B. Science Fiction
C. Fantasy
D. Mystery
C. Fantasy
A passage comparing the diet of wild lions to the diet of zoo lions is using which structure?
A. Problem and solution
B. Chronological order
C. Compare and contrast
D. Description
C. Compare and contrast
Which sentence best represents a possible theme of a story?
A. “Never give up, even when things get hard.”
B. The boy went to the store.
C. Jane wore a red scarf.
D. The moon was bright in the sky.
A. “Never give up, even when things get hard.”
Which event would most likely lead to character development?
A. A character makes a grocery list
B. A character loses a friend and learns to cope
C. A character watches TV
D. A character ties their shoe
B. A character loses a friend and learns to cope
Which type of figurative language is used in this sentence:
“Her smile was as bright as the sun.”
A. Hyperbole
B. Simile
C. Metaphor
D. Alliteration
B. Simile
Which genre would most likely include time travel, advanced technology, or life on other planets?
A. Fantasy
B. Historical Fiction
C. Science Fiction
D. Mystery
C. Science Fiction
Which clue word often signals a problem and solution text structure?
A. However
B. As a result
C. One reason
D. A possible answer
D. A possible answer
Which of the following best expresses a theme that could apply to many stories?
A. The boy ate pizza for dinner.
B. Sometimes, friends become family.
C. The setting was a small town in 1950.
D. She had green eyes and brown hair.
B. Sometimes, friends become family.
In a story, a shy student begins to speak up in class and joins the debate team. What does this reveal about the character?
A. They like being the center of attention.
B. They are forced to do something they dislike.
C. They are becoming more confident and brave.
D. They want to become a teacher.
C. They are becoming more confident and brave.
What figurative language technique is used in the phrase:
“Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers”?
A. Metaphor
B. Onomatopoeia
C. Alliteration
D. Personification
C. Alliteration
A story that includes a detective solving a puzzling crime with clues throughout the plot is an example of which genre?
A. Realistic Fiction
B. Mystery
C. Biography
D. Adventure
B. Mystery
You read a passage that explains how plastic pollution is harming ocean life and then describes steps being taken to reduce it. What is the most likely text structure?
A. Description
B. Cause and Effect
C. Compare and Contrast
D. Chronological
B. Cause and Effect
After reading a story where a character learns to forgive someone who hurt them, what is the most likely theme?
A. People should never trust others.
B. Forgiveness is a powerful path to healing.
C. Always win at any cost.
D. Secrets can be exciting.
B. Forgiveness is a powerful path to healing.
Which of the following best shows a character is growing or changing in a story?
A. They wear different clothes each day.
B. They go on a trip with their family.
C. They realize they were wrong and apologize to a friend.
D. They win a contest at school.
C. They realize they were wrong and apologize to a friend.
“The thunder grumbled like an old man, and lightning danced across the sky in a wild frenzy.”
A. Simile and Personification
B. Hyperbole and Metaphor
C. Onomatopoeia and Simile
D. Alliteration and Metaphor
A. Simile and Personification
“Thunder grumbled like an old man” = Simile
“Lightning danced” = Personification
A novel is set in a futuristic society where the government controls every aspect of citizens' lives. The main character rebels against the system, questioning the meaning of freedom.
Which two genres best describe this story?
A. Realistic Fiction and Mystery
B. Science Fiction and Dystopian
C. Historical Fiction and Adventure
D. Fantasy and Biography
B. Science Fiction and Dystopian
Science Fiction: Futuristic setting and government control
Dystopian: Oppressive society and rebellion theme
Read the following short passage and identify the text structure. EXPLAIN your reasoning.
“First, the seeds are planted in small pots. Then, they are watered daily and placed in the sun. After two weeks, the plants begin to sprout.”
Structure: Chronological/Sequential
Reasoning: The events are described in the order they happen, using transition words like “first,” “then,” and “after.”
A story follows a wealthy businesswoman who loses everything in a market crash. As she rebuilds her life, she forms meaningful friendships and learns to value people over possessions.
Which of the following best represents the theme of this story?
A. Wealth can protect you from life’s problems.
B. Losing everything means you’ve failed.
C. True happiness comes from relationships, not material things.
D. Starting over is impossible without money.
C. True happiness comes from relationships, not material things.
In the beginning of the novel, Marcus is arrogant and dismissive of others’ ideas. By the end, he becomes a team leader who listens, compromises, and credits others for their success.
What does this change in Marcus most clearly show?
A. He learned that being popular is the most important goal.
B. He realized leadership means doing everything yourself.
C. He grew into a more respectful and collaborative person.
D. He became less interested in the group's project.
C. He grew into a more respectful and collaborative person.