Figurative Language
Which sentence contains a simile?
A) Her smile was the sun after a storm.
B) He was drowning in paperwork.
C) The classroom was as noisy as a zoo.
D) The wind whispered through the trees.
C) The classroom was as noisy as a zoo.
Despite the cacophony of honking horns, shouting vendors, and screeching brakes, the city had a strange rhythm that felt almost musical.
What does "cacophony" most likely mean?
A) A pleasant melody
B) A harsh mixture of sounds
C) A sudden silence
D) A type of musical instrument
B) A harsh mixture of sounds
What textual evidence best supports the claim that LeBron James, Jr. is already recognized for his basketball talent?
A) "Highlight reels circulated online with clips of a boy of average height..."
B) "Watching him feels like the start of the next chapter."
C) "He shares the ball like his dad..."
D) "Duke and Kentucky reportedly expressed interest in his future prospects."
D) "Duke and Kentucky reportedly expressed interest in his future prospects."
(This provides concrete evidence of recognition from top-level college programs.)
What is the significance of Jr. wearing the number zero in his travel team?
A) It shows he has no expectations.
B) It indicates he is starting from nothing.
C) It honors a rival of his father, suggesting a desire for individuality.
D) It reflects his father’s number from high school.
C) It honors a rival of his father, suggesting a desire for individuality.
This boy band, featuring Justin Timberlake, was a pop icon of the late '90s and early 2000s for many Millennials.
NSYNC
Which sentence best shows a metaphor?
A) She ran as fast as a cheetah.
B) Time is a thief that steals our moments.
C) The leaves danced in the breeze.
D) He was as tall as a skyscraper.
B) Time is a thief that steals our moments.
The lawyer’s argument was tenuous, based more on emotion than fact, and quickly unraveled under cross-examination.
What does "tenuous" most likely mean?
A) Strong and persuasive
B) Weak and uncertain
C) Deeply emotional
D) Completely fabricated
B) Weak and uncertain
Which detail best supports the author’s claim that LeBron Sr. is trying to manage expectations for his son?
A) “LeBron really separated himself,” his then-coach said.
B) “Right now, all I care about is him having fun,” he said a few years ago.
C) LeBron, Jr., slashes to the basket...
D) By the time he was a junior in high school...
B) “Right now, all I care about is him having fun,” he said a few years ago.
What does the word “precocity” in paragraph 4 most nearly mean in context?
A)Early Maturity
B) Athleticism
C)Shyness
D) Confidence
A)Early Maturity
Many Millennials entered the workforce during or shortly after this major economic downturn, affecting their financial futures.
The great recession
What type of figurative language is used in this sentence?
"The thunder grumbled like an old man."**
A) Personification
B) Hyperbole
C) Idiom
D) Alliteration
E) Personification and Metaphor
A) Personification
Even after the team lost three games in a row, Coach Martin remained resolute, determined to keep spirits high and focus on improvement.
What does "resolute" most likely mean?
A) Confused and indecisive
B) Uncertain and nervous
C) Determined and unwavering
D) Angry and frustrated
C) Determined and unwavering
What is the central idea of the article?
A) LeBron James, Jr. is guaranteed to be a future NBA star.
B) The public is unfairly obsessed with child athletes.
C) LeBron James, Jr.’s development mirrors his father’s, but his path is still unfolding.
D) Basketball players must start training young to be successful.
C) LeBron James, Jr.’s development mirrors his father’s, but his path is still unfolding.
In paragraph 5, what does the phrase “air of total nonchalance” suggest about Jr.'s playing style?
A) He plays with hesitation and nervousness.
B) He appears calm and effortless while playing.
C) He shows off more than necessary.
D) He doesn’t try hard in games.
B) He appears calm and effortless while playing.
Which artist sung the song below?
“My whole life has changed, since you came in…
Ginuwine
Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?
A) He’s got a heart of stone.
B) I’ve told you a million times to clean your room!
C) The moon played hide and seek with the clouds.
D) It was as light as a feather.
B) I’ve told you a million times to clean your room!
The ancient scrolls were illegible, their ink faded by time and their parchment crumbling at the edges.
What does "illegible" most likely mean?
A) Fragile or delicate
B) Difficult to hold
C) Impossible to read
D) Full of errors
C) Impossible to read
. How does the author develop the central idea throughout the text?
A) By comparing LeBron Jr. to various players of different sports
B) By presenting interviews with LeBron Jr.
C) By using past and present details of LeBron Jr.'s life and linking them to his father's legacy
D) By focusing exclusively on LeBron Sr.’s career
C) By using past and present details of LeBron Jr.'s life and linking them to his father's legacy
What is the author's primary purpose in writing this article?
A) To criticize the media for covering young athletes
B) To promote LeBron James, Jr. for college recruitment
C) To explore the relationship between legacy and individual growth
D) To argue that Jr. is more talented than his father
C) To explore the relationship between legacy and individual growth
Which 90's Cartoon had DEE DEE and MEE MEE?
Dexter's Laboratory
What does the idiom “break the ice” mean?
A) Literally break frozen water
B) Cause tension in a situation
C) Begin a conversation in a relaxed way
D) Make someone angry
C) Begin a conversation in a relaxed way
He tried to alleviate her anxiety before the exam by reminding her how hard she had studied and how prepared she was.
What does "alleviate" most likely mean?
A)Soothe or Reduce
B) Replace
C)Increase
D) Ignore
A)Soothe or Reduce
How does LeBron Sr.’s fame influence the way people view LeBron Jr.?
A) It causes people to ignore Jr.’s talent.
B) It puts pressure on Jr. to perform to a high standard.
C) It inspires Jr. to focus more on academics.
D) It ensures Jr. is accepted into any college of his choice.
B) It puts pressure on Jr. to perform to a high standard.
Which best describes the author’s tone throughout the article?
A) Skeptical and sarcastic
B) Admiring and thoughtful
C) Harsh and judgmental
D) Detached and impersonal
B) Admiring and thoughtful
Which early 2000 cartoon featured the characters Ron Possible and Shego?
Kim Possible