Characters and Conflict
Which choice best defines conflict in a literary text?
A. A struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot forward
B. The sequence of events that leads to the story’s conclusion
C. The lesson or message the author wants the reader to learn
D. A character’s personality traits revealed through actions and dialogue
A. A struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot forward
What is the definition of point of view in a story?
a) The time and place in which the story takes place
b) The emotions and feelings of the characters in the story
c) The perspective from which the story is told
d) The main events and conflicts that occur in the story
c) The perspective from which the story is told
What is dialogue?
a) When two or more characters yell at each other
b) A character talking to the readers
c) Two or more characters fighting each other
d) A conversation between two or more people
d) A conversation between two or more people
What is the central idea of a text?
a) The most important event in the story
b) The lesson the author is trying to teach
c) What the text is about
d) The description of the setting or characters
c) What the text is about
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
a) A simile compares two things using "like" or "as," while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.
b) A simile compares two things directly, while a metaphor uses "like" or "as" for comparison.
c) A simile and a metaphor both use "like" or "as," but a simile is more vivid.
d) A metaphor compares two things using "like" or "as," while a simile makes no comparison.
a) A simile compares two things using "like" or "as," while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.
Marcus looked at the empty stage and felt his hands shake as his name was called. He took a deep breath, stepped forward, and began to speak.
What does this story show about Marcus?
A. He is careless and loud
B. He is nervous but brave
C. He is angry with the audience
D. He is confused about what to do
B. He is nervous but brave
What is the theme of a story?
a) The underlying message of the story
b) The main event that causes the conflict
c) The place where the story happens
d) The actions of the antagonist in the story
a) The underlying message of the story
Why would an author include an image or photograph in an informational text?
A. To make the page look more colorful and vibrant
B. To help the reader understand difficult words
C. To help the reader understand the information
D. To take up extra space on the page
C. To help the reader understand the information.
"If you want to live a healthier life, start by eating more fruits and vegetables and exercising at least three times a week."
What is the author's purpose?
a) To entertain
b) To describe
c) To inform
d) To persuade
e) To reflect
d) To persuade
"Her smile was as bright as the sun."
What figurative language is being used in this sentence?
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Personification
d) Allegory
a) Simile
Lena stared at the unfinished science project the night before it was due. She worried she would not have enough time to complete it.
What is the main conflict in this story?
A. Lena is competing against all of her classmates
B. Lena does not understand the science topic she chose.
C. Lena is worried about finishing her project on time
D. Lena realizes she forgot to bring her project to school
C. Lena is worried about finishing her project on time
Which theme is best developed in Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes?
A. Intelligence guarantees happiness and success
B. Scientific progress should never be questioned
C. People are valued only for their intelligence
D. You need emotional growth, not just intelligence
D. You need emotional growth, not just intelligence
“We have to leave town before sunset,” Eli said quietly.
“If they find us here tomorrow, everything we planned will fail,” Rosa replied.
What does this dialogue most clearly reveal about the plot?
A. The characters are arguing about where to safely travel.
B. The characters are preparing for a wild celebration.
C. The characters are facing danger and must act quickly.
D. The characters have completed their plan and want to move forward.
C. The characters are facing danger and must act quickly.
"The warm sun shone brightly as the waves crashed softly against the shore, and the salty sea breeze made the day feel perfect."
What is the author's purpose?
a) To entertain
b) To describe
c) To inform
d) To persuade
e) To reflect
b) To describe
"The snow was a blanket, covering the ground in pure white."
What figurative language is being used in this sentence?
a) Simile
b) Allegory
c) Personification
d) Metaphor
d) Metaphor
Maria wanted to speak up in class, but she was terrified of saying the wrong thing and embarrassing herself.
What is a character trait of Maria
A. Embarrassed
B. Shy
C. Scared
D. Thoughtful
B. Shy
The author describes the crowd as buzzing with excited whispers, flashing cameras, and the sharp scent of popcorn drifting through the air.
The sensory details in this sentence support the author’s purpose by helping readers —
A. understand how loud the event became over time.
B. imagine what it feels like to be present at the event.
C. compare this moment to similar events in history.
D. learn factual information about the size of the crowd.
B. imagine what it feels like to be present at the event.
What is the main purpose of a footnote in an informational text?
A. To define unfamiliar terms or give extra details without interrupting the main text
B. To highlight the most important sentence on the page
C. To introduce a new section or heading
D. To summarize the entire article at the bottom of the page
A. To define unfamiliar terms or give extra details without interrupting the main text
"Sometimes I wonder if I made the right decision when I moved away from home for the first time. It's a lot harder than I thought it would be."
What is the author's purpose?
a) To entertain
b) To describe
c) To inform
d) To persuade
e) To reflect
e) To reflect
The coach put Elena in charge of organizing the team’s equipment before the game. She took the responsibility seriously and made sure everything was ready on time.
Which definition of charge fits in this sentence?
a) a price asked for goods or services
b) a duty or responsibility given to someone
c) an accusation of wrongdoing
d) electrical energy stored in an object
b) a duty or responsibility given to someone
Evan agreed to keep his friend’s secret, even though doing so meant taking the blame during the investigation. As the principal questioned him, Evan remained silent.
Which conflict is most central to this passage?
A. Evan struggles against his friends who do not trust him.
B. Evan is caught between two friends who both want justice.
C. Evan struggles with his hatred for the principal and the other teachers.
D. Evan experiences a conflict between honesty and loyalty.
D. Evan experiences a conflict between honesty and loyalty.
Write a theme based on the topic of kindness.
Any sentence that is a statement. Contains capitalization and punctuation. Statement must be a life lesson we can learn about kindness. For example, it is important to be kind to everyone.
What is the point of using informational text features in a text?
To help clarify and organize information to make the text easier for readers to understand.
What is the difference between a general and a specific author's purpose?
a) A general author's purpose is the overall reason for writing, while a specific author's purpose focuses on a detailed aspect of that reason.
b) A general author's purpose is to entertain, while a specific author's purpose is to inform.
c) A general author's purpose is about the topic of the text, while a specific author's purpose is about the central idea.
d) There is no difference; both terms mean the same thing.
a) A general author's purpose is the overall reason for writing, while a specific author's purpose focuses on a detailed aspect of that reason.
Even after losing the election, Dana congratulated her opponent and immediately began planning her next campaign. Her response surprised many who expected anger or defeat.
As used in the passage, what does the word response most nearly mean?
A. Planned strategy
B. Verbal argument
C. Emotional reaction
D. Physical movement
C. Emotional reaction