The Exam- 2026
What do you have to write during the exam?
An Argument Essay
When an author writes about a character, they add details about what they Say, Think, their Effect, Actions, and Looks. When we analyze a character, we look for these details. What is this called? _____________________.
Characterization
Define "a beggar"
A person who asks for money; usually someone who is poor
When a story is fiction it means that the story is:
a.) fake
b.) real
c.) for information
A.) Fake
How many paragraphs should you write on the argument essay?
Five
Where will you take the exam?
The gym
Figurative Language = being creative and using comparisons in the story. What are THREE types of figurative language?
SIMILE, METAPHOR, PERSONIFICATION, HYPERBOLE, ALLUSION, SYMBOLISM, ALLITERATION, IDIOM,
When Lord Capulet scowled at his daughter, what did his face look like?
angry, mean, upset
The story describes a blind person with a "cane that was thumping on the street as he walked". This is an example of:
a.) metaphor
b.) onomatopoeia
c.) personification
b.) onomatopoeia
What are 2 things you should put in the introduction paragraph?
1.) Explain the issue
2.) Add your answer / Thesis statement
When and What Time is the exam?
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 8:00am
Imagery in a story includes what 5 types of descriptions?
Imagery = describing all 5 senses
sight, sound, feel, taste, smell
When Romeo went to the Capulet's party, it was a masquerade. What type of party was it? What did everyone wear?
A party with masks and costumes
Romeo says, "My dreams are bleeding, dying. Oh Juliet!" This is an example of:
a.) Personification
b.) Simile
c.) Metaphor
A.) Personification
What are 3 things you need to put in the counterclaim paragraph?
1.) State what the other side might say
2.) Show your side is better
3.) Add a quote!
What should you bring with you to the exam?
black or blue pen
water bottle
What is the difference between first person narration & 3rd person narration?
First person narration: Is the person telling the story with pronouns like I, me, my, we
Third person narration: Is an unknown person telling the story with the pronouns they, he, she
The nurse calls Mercutio and Benvolio "delinquents!" When they pick on her. What does that word mean?
Lazy people who don't work, who break the rules, usually talking about young people
If there is irony at the end of a story, it means that there is:
a.) a magical ending
b.) a deadly ending
c.) a surprising ending
C - surprising ending
How do you format a quote? (2 important things!)
1.) Make sure you add quotation marks
2.)add a citation in parentheses (Text 2)
What do you have to read for the Multiple Choice questions? (3 things)
1.) A fiction passage / story
2.) A poem
3.) A non-fiction passage/ article
What is a theme / central idea? Define it. Then, give an example from Romeo and Juliet.
A theme / central idea is a message or lesson that the author gives us through the story.
Romeo and Juliet: love is complicated // parents and children don't always get along // It's not good to be impulsive; slow down and think about what you are doing!Juliet was grateful for the Friar's help. What does that mean?
Grateful = thankful, showing appreciation
George was a short, strong man. He was smart, he spoke with authority. What do we call these details?
a.)conflict
b.) culture
c.) characterization
c.) characterization
Explain why you chose the quote. Add "this shows". Explain the reasons why something is happening.