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Inferences and Vocab
Tone and Purpose
Literary Devices and Grammar
Paper writing and formatting
Elements of a story
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What inference can be made based on the following statement Barbara Ehrenreich makes on men who kill while at war: "Whether or not such activities are 'natural' or at some level instintual, most men undertake them only by entering what appears to be an 'altered state'-- induced by drugs or lengthy drilling, and denoted by face paint or khakis." A. The author believes war is a necessary evil. B. The author hates war and wold protest all future military action C. The author disproves of combat as unnatural and forced.
C. The author disproves of combat as unnatural and forced.
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The author's purpose of writing Life of Pi is most likely... A. To entertain readers with a metaphorical story B. To explain the life of an Indian boy C. To inform readers on world religions
A. To entertain readers with a metaphorical story
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Life of Pi describes a lot of the things that Pi had to eat on the life boat. These disturbing references to fish spinal fluid, Richard Parker's droppings, and even strips of human flesh trigger the reader's sense of taste in the worst way. What is this literary device? A. Metaphor B. Irony C. Imagery
C. Imagery
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If you were writing a literary analysis on Life of Pi, you would use quotations from... A. An encyclopedia on world religions B. Life of Pi C. An Atlanta Journal Constitution article on the movie reviews
B. Life of Pi
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Which of the following has the greatest emotional effect on the reader while reading Life of Pi? A. “I miss him. I still see him in my dreams. They are nightmares mostly, but nightmares tinged with love. Such is the strangeness of the human heart." B. "Life will defend itself, no matter how small it is." C. "Hindus, in their capacity for love, are indeed hairless Christians, just as Muslims, in the way they see God in everything, are bearded Hindus, and Christians, in their devotion to God, are hat wearing Muslims."
A. “I miss him. I still see him in my dreams. They are nightmares mostly, but nightmares tinged with love. Such is the strangeness of the human heart."
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What is the meaning of the word "impels" in the following sentence?... "So if there is a destructive instinct that impels men to war, it is a weak one and often requires a great deal of help." A. Discourages B. Drives C. Opens
B. Drives
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How would you describe the tone in the following sentence?... "I watched her as she floated down their stairwell, an aire about her that radiated her noble status. A. Mocking B. Sad C. Admiring
C. Admiring.
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What does the metaphor “my own happiness was borne in upon me on opening doors of opportunity” suggest? A. It is comforting and refreshing. B. It is gracious and welcoming. C. It is slow and inevitable
B. It is gracious and welcoming.
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Which of the following do you use in MLA format? A. A header with your last name and page number B. single spaced lines C. Your name and a title on the first page only
A. A header with your last name and page number
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Describe the central conflict in Life of Pi II. A. Pi looses his family and must learn to live with heartbreak B.Pi battles to survive on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger, in a desperate attempt to make it home. C. Richard Parker fights the Hyena
B. Pi battles to survive on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger, in a desperate attempt to make it home.
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"Uncle Bert, perhaps grandfather, then Father, and some of the cousins; the men all coming out into the SYRUPY evening, blowing smoke, leaving the women's voices behind in the cooling-warm kitchen to set their universe aright." What do you suppose Syrupy means?... A. Sticky and Sweet B. Tending to attract Ants C. Lazy and slow
C. lazy and slow
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Read the following excerpt, and then decide what the author's purpose is... "What they talked of all evening long, no one remembered the next day. It wasn't important to anyone what the adults talked about; it was only imprtant that the sounds came and went over the delicate ferns that bordered the porch on three sides..." a. to entertain readers with a fond memory b. to persuade readers to live more simply c. to inform readers about their family tree
a. to entertain readers with a fond memory
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Select the appropriate way to combine the below sentences. "In Georgia, drivers may turn right at a red light. This is allowed to occur only if he or she has yielded to oncoming traffic first." A. right at a red light and he or she B. right at a red light or he or she C. right at a red light if he or she
C. right at a red light if he or she
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Which of the following is considered cheating? A. Quoting an author and using parenthetical citations B. Summarizing a main idea of an article and including a work cited page C. Turning in an essay for a class, changing a few words, then resubmitting your essay for another class
C. Turning in an essay for a class, changing a few words, then resubmitting your essay for another class
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Which statement best supports the following topic sentence? "The American textile industry has seen tremendous growth since the early 1900s." A. Chinese textile industries have also grown in their production. B. Studies show that young consumers across the nation purchase twice as many clothing and garments, as the two previous generations, combined. C. Clothing styles change fast.
B. Studies show that young consumers across the nation purchase twice as many clothing and garments, as the two previous generations, combined.
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What inference can be made in Life of Pi part 3? A. Pi moves to Canada and reunites with his family B. Pi stays in Mexico and goes to school. C. Pi is adopted and spends the rest of his growing up years very loved.
C. Pi is adopted and spends the rest of his growing up years very loved.
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The sentence below is from a passage that is most suitable for which of the following?... "I thought she was half-silly, from her behavior that went on; she ran into her chamber, and made me come with her, though i should have been dressing the children, and there she sat shivering and clasping her hands, and asking repeatedly-- are they gone yet?" A. Entertaining people who enjoy reading B.Encouraging parents to be sympathetic towards their children C.Persuading people to have regular checkups
A. Entertaining people who enjoy reading
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What is "these delights" referring to in the below passage? "The anticipation for Christmas was more that Star could stand. She adored the colorful lights strung around the tree, her bright red tights that she saved only for this day and Valentines, and the buffet prepared by those she loved most. Among these delights was Star's favorite dessert, Cherry Cinnamon Pie, Aunt Cheyenne's specialty." A. The red tights B. Cherry Cinnamon Pie C. The buffet
C. The buffet
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Choose the sentence that does not belong in the paragraph... [A] As humans consume more and more food, new sources must be found. [B] As farmers worldwide have been experimenting with irrigation and various pesticides, crops have been grown all the more successfully. [C] Cotton, for example, has seen increased production in the past several years. [D] While there is no such thing as a permanent food source, farmers can carefully use agricultural techniques to maintain the resources we have available to us, for as long as possible.
[C] Cotton, for example, has seen increased production in the past several years.
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The main point of the following passage is that... "In the year 1878 I took my degree of Doctor of Medicine of the University of London, and proceeded to Netley to go through the course prescribed for surgeons in the army. Having completed my studies there, I was duly attached to the Fifth Northumberland Fusiliers as Assistant Surgeon. The regiment was stationed in India at the time, and before I could join it, the second Afghan war had broken out. On landing at Bombay, I learned that my corps had advanced through the passes, and was already deep in the enemy's country. I followed, however, with many other officers who were in the same situation as myself, and succeeded in reaching Candahar in safety, where I found my regiment, and at once entered upon my new duties." A. Watson is an army doctor B. Watson is a world traveler C. Watson is both smart and skillful
A. Watson is an army doctor
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What is the meaning of the word "Delved" in the below sentence?... "Angie devled into her pocket for some loose change."
Rummaged in, scrabble around in
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What is the atmosphere in the beginning of Rime of the Ancient Mariner (before the albatross appears)?... A. angry and anxious B. warm and cheerful C. bleak and cold
C. Bleak and cold
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What does the simile “dragging her feet like the the wearied soldier returning home from Iraq” suggest? A. She is brave B. She is tired C. She is homesick
B. She is tired
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Which of the following sentences would best work as a conclusion to the below paragraph? There are three reasons why Canada is one of the best countries in the world. First, Canada has an excellent health care system. All Canadians have access to medical services at a reasonable price. Second, Canada has a high standard of education. Students are taught by well-trained teachers and are encouraged to continue studying at university. Finally, Canada's cities are clean and efficiently managed. Canadian cities have many parks and lots of space for people to live. A. Clearly, Canada should have the highest population out of all the countries in the world. B. As a result, Canada is a desirable place to live. C. Canadians are attached to their homes, but often travel to other countries.
B. As a result, Canada is a desirable place to live.
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What is the author's attitude in the following passage? "I stare down at my shoes, watching as a fine layer of ash settles on the worn leather. This is where the bed I shared with my sister, Prim, stood. Over there was the kitchen table. The bricks of the chimney, which collapsed in a charred heap, provide a point of reference for the rest of the house. How else could I orient myself in this sea of gray? Almost nothing remains of District 12." A. Sad and disgusted B. Reminiscent and sorrowful C. Fearful and hateful
B. Reminiscent and sorrowful