Point of View/Perspective
Expository Techniques
Plot Pacing
Argumentative Techniques
Word Relationships
100
Which pronouns are usually found in a narrative written from the third-person perspective?
he, she, it, theirs, them, they, his, hers, it, its
100
China
Much of China’s successful civilization was due to geographic features. Long rivers, fertile soils, mild temperatures, and valleys all contributed to the growth and development of early China. Like the civilizations of the Fertile Crescent, Egypt, and India, China’s first civilizations developed in river valleys. Two major rivers supplied water for China’s earliest civilizations: the Yangzi and the Yellow River. Historians believe that people in ancient China began growing crops 9,000 years ago. With the two rivers for irrigation and fertile soils for planting, China thrived.
China was isolated from other civilizations because of geographic features. For example, the Himalayas – the world’s tallest mountains – separated southern China from India and the rest of southern Asia. The Gobi, a vast desert, discouraged anyone from reaching China from the west.
China was isolated from other civilizations because of geographic features. For example, the Himalayas – the world’s tallest mountains – separated southern China from India and the rest of southern Asia. The Gobi, a vast desert, discouraged anyone from reaching China from the west.
Which two rivers provided fresh water to the Chinese people.
Yangzhi River
Yellow River
100
Where does the author use long, descriptive sentences to introduce the characters and setting of a story?
Exposition
100
In an argumentative paper, what should go in the closing paragraph? Choose the BEST answer.
A
The lead, unifying idea, and thesis statement.
B
You explain your evidence in your paper.
C
The last paragraph restates the thesis statement and summarizes the main idea of the argument. It also contains a counterclaim (where you recognize the other side.) Finally, you have a strong concluding statement.
D
The last paragraph restates the thesis statement and summarizes the main idea of the argument. It also contains a strong concluding statement.
C
The last paragraph restates the thesis statement and summarizes the main idea of the argument. It also contains a counterclaim (where you recognize the other side.) Finally, you have a strong concluding statement.
100
What poetic device is being used in the sentence below?
Fear lurks, watching me, waiting for the moment to pounce.
A Hyperbole
B Metaphor
C Simile
D Personification
D Personification
200
From what perspective is the story Streams to the River, River to the Sea told?
First-Person
200
China’s timeline is broken into different periods, or dynasties. During the Shang Dynasty, China was ruled by a strong monarchy: a form of government that has a single king or queen at its leader. During the Shang dynasty, the people were known for creating beautiful bronze sculptures. Using the cycles of the moon, they developed an accurate calendar. After some time, the Shang Dynasty was overtaken by the Zhou (JOH) Dynasty. The Zhou helped strengthen the government by introducing their idea that their rulers were chosen by the gods. While the Zhou were in power, the people began making strong iron weapons. These weapons helped the military protect the people. Additionally, they came up with new farming techniques that allowed them to produce more food for their people.
What type of government was established by the Shang Dynasty?
Monarchy
200
Where does the author use snappy, urgent language and immediate actions to create a fast, breathless pace for the story's most exciting moment?
Climax
200
How many body paragraphs are typically in one of our argumentative essays?
A one
B three
C two
D five
B three
200
Read the following examples of figurative language. Identify the poetic device being used.
Their thoughts were like golden birds.
A Simile
B Metaphor
C Hyperbole
D Personification
A Simile
300
Which pronouns are commonly found in a narrative that is written from the first person point of view?
I, me, we, us, ours, my
300
What Is a Skyscraper?
(4) There’s no standard definition of what makes a tall building a skyscraper. A building that looms above one city might be dwarfed by the buildings in another. Experts have also created different categories for tall buildings. In some cases only the occupied floors of a building are measured, while in other cases an antenna or tower that stands at the top of a building is counted toward a building’s height. Still, people seem to know a sky scraper when they see one.
Based on the information in paragraph 4, which generalization can be made?
A Skyscrapers are the best attractions to see in a city.
B The usefulness of a city is more important than its size.
C It is sometimes difficult to define something that is easily recognized.
D Ordinary people usually know as much as experts do.
C It is sometimes difficult to define something that is easily recognized.
300
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Which two statements explain how paragraph 11 helps develop the plot?
A
It shows that Paul’s mother hopes he becomes a star baseball player.
B
It describes the way in which Paul plays baseball.
C
It sets up the conflict Paul faces between baseball and his mother.
D
It explains the reason Paul thinks he isn’t good enough at playing baseball.
E
It suggests that Paul is going to stop playing baseball.
F
It allows the reader to understand how Paul feels.
C
It sets up the conflict Paul faces between baseball and his mother.
F
It allows the reader to understand how Paul feels.
300
Students are writing an argumentative essay about stopping production of the penny. They found sources for their essay. Which sources would provide the most relevant information about the topic? Choose two answers.
A
a book on the development of ancient money systems in Europe
B
a blog about the different types of coins found throughout the world
C
an opinion article in the local newspaper about throwing pennies into fountains
D
an article on the website for the U.S. Mint that describes the process of making money
E
a report in a news magazine about the effects of eliminating pennies in the United Kingdom
D
an article on the website for the U.S. Mint that describes the process of making money
E
a report in a news magazine about the effects of eliminating pennies in the United Kingdom
300
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In paragraph 2, what does the use of the phrase “lunged for” suggest about Paul?
A
He wants to show off how fast he is.
B
He is afraid he will not answer in time.
C
He thinks the phone is broken.
D
He has a long reach.
B
He is afraid he will not answer in time.
400
List two methods that an author uses to develop a character's perspective or point of view.
quotations, dialogue, allusion, exposition, inner thoughts, examples, anecdote, description
400
Scientists have developed new techniques for producing organisms with desirable traits. Genetic modification allows scientists to insert genetic material from one organism into another organism. For example, one type of genetically modified corn contains genetic material from a species of bacterium. The genetically modified corn plants produce a specific substance that causes pests to die when they feed on these corn plants.
Which statement best describes how genetic modification technology differs from the technique used with teosinte plants thousands of years ago?
A
Genetic modification technology is available to more people.
B
Genetic modification technology requires a longer time to create a change in a species.
C
Genetic modification technology introduces completely new traits into an unrelated organism.
D
Genetic modification technology influences which traits are passed from parents to offspring.
C
Genetic modification technology introduces completely new traits into an unrelated organism.
400
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Why do paragraphs 23 and 24 mark a turning point in the story?
A
Charlie Joe’s parents want to get his opinion about going to summer camp.
B
Charlie Joe understands that he should have worked harder in class.
C
Charlie Joe’s parents decide that the summer camp sounds like a good idea.
D
Charlie Joe recognizes that only he can save his plans for a fun and relaxing summer.
D
Charlie Joe recognizes that only he can save his plans for a fun and relaxing summer.
400
Dogs have many special abilities that make them superior to cats. Dogs’ eyes contain a special membrane, called the tapetum lucidum.
Which part of an argumentative essay is not included in this paragraph?
A claim
B evidence
C explanation/reasons
D facts
C explanation/reasons
400
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kulvUZZkMoLxSPZ1Nc0kzfObk1qME6zjXRGsSKsq1cU/edit?usp=sharing
In lines 65 and 66, the description “a gush / Of lava” refers to the chile’s...
A color.
B texture.
C spiciness.
D thickness.
C spiciness.
500
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How does the author mainly develop Sacagawea's perspective in the passage?
A
By describing how others read to her opinions about the expedition
B
By detailing her actions to let the Shoshone know her group is friendly
C
By revealing her thoughts and feelings as she nears her childhood home
D
By including the dialogue between her and Captain Clark about the Shoshone
C
By revealing her thoughts and feelings as she nears her childhood home
500
The Evolution of Building Technology
(2) Before the late 1800 s the construction of tall buildings wasn’t very practical .Early building materials such as clay and stone were heavy. To support the weight of high walls, the base of a building had to be thick and wide, restricting usable space in the lower part of the structure. Too many windows made the walls weak, so tall buildings were often dark inside. With stairs providing the only way up, reaching the top of a tall structure meant climbing a seemingly endless flight of steps.
The organization of paragraph 2 focuses on the limitations of buildings in the early nineteenth century to show that —
A the available technology prevented skyscrapers from being built
B people preferred to have buildings with many windows
C the cost of materials prevented people from building skyscrapers
D people were not interested in improving tall buildings
A the available technology prevented skyscrapers from being built
500
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Paragraphs 1 through 8 contribute to the plot by —
A
hinting at how Charlie Joe will resolve his problem
B
describing the qualities that others enjoy about Charlie Joe
C
providing the reason for Charlie Joe’s conflict
D
establishing Charlie Joe’s discomfort in the setting
D
establishing Charlie Joe’s discomfort in the setting
500
Karen is writing an argumentative essay for her English class about whether or not school cafeterias should be required to serve only healthy food. Read the draft of her essay and then answer the question that follows.
Healthy Food, Healthy Kids
4 Healthy kids make better students. Research shows that unhealthy diets can cause behavior problems and interfere with brain functioning. Healthy food is helpful for growing brains to work properly. Requiring schools to serve only healthy food will help students be healthier and smarter.
Given the purpose of Karen’s essay, what is the best way to revise the highlighted sentence?
A
Healthy food is totally important for growing brains to work properly.
B
Healthy food is essential for growing brains to work properly.
C
Healthy food is fairly useful for growing brains to work properly.
D
Healthy food helps everyone make their brains work well.
B
Healthy food is essential for growing brains to work properly.
500
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kulvUZZkMoLxSPZ1Nc0kzfObk1qME6zjXRGsSKsq1cU/edit?usp=sharing
The poet creates a playful tone in the poem mainly through the use of
A
imagery.
B
dialogue.
C
character descriptions.
D
contrasting viewpoints.
A
imagery