Revising & Editing
Which sentence is written correctly?
A) The sun was bright, we went inside.
B) The sun was bright; we went inside.
C) The sun was bright: we went inside it.
D) The sun was bright we went inside.
B) The sun was bright; we went inside
If a character slams a door and refuses to speak, what can you infer?
A) They are sad.
B) They are angry.
C) They are confused.
D) They are tired.
B) They are angry.
Both “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “Lamb to the Slaughter” feature narrators who—
A) commit crimes motivated by strong emotion.
B) are detectives solving mysteries.
C) are innocent bystanders.
D) never show guilt or fear
A) commit crimes motivated by strong emotion.
What is the purpose of an introduction?
A) To grab attention and state the thesis.
B) To list references.
C) To include unrelated details.
D) To summarize the conclusion.
A) To grab attention and state the thesis.
Comparing two unlike things without “like” or “as” is a—
A) Simile
B) Metaphor
C) Personification
D) Hyperbole
B) Metaphor
Which sentence uses correct punctuation?
A) My favorite books are The Odyssey, Hamlet and Fahrenheit 451.
B) My favorite books are The Odyssey, Hamlet, and Fahrenheit 451.
C) My favorite books are The Odyssey Hamlet and Fahrenheit 451.
D) My favorite books are The Odyssey; Hamlet, and Fahrenheit 451.
B) My favorite books are The Odyssey, Hamlet, and Fahrenheit 451.
For “Mirror”:
What can readers infer about the woman as she looks into the mirror?
A) She is confident in her appearance.
B) She is searching for the truth about herself.
C) She is thinking about someone else.
D) She is preparing for a celebration.
B) She is searching for the truth about herself.
How do the authors of both "Where the Wild Things Are" and "For Gen Z, Tiktok Is the New Search Engine" convey the idea of adaptation to new environments?
A) Both authors highlight the necessity of changing human behaviors to accommodate new technologies and wildlife.
B) Both authors focus on the challenges faced by individuals in adapting to unfamiliar settings.
C) Both authors emphasize the importance of understanding and integrating into new environments for survival and success.
D) Both authors discuss the impact of new environments on the traditional ways of life.
C) Both authors emphasize the importance of understanding and integrating into new environments for survival and success.
Transitions like “in contrast” and “however” show what text structure?
A) Cause and effect
B) Compare and contrast
C) Chronological order
D) Problem and solution
B) Compare and contrast
In a poem, when the author writes, “The wind whispered through the trees,” this is an example of—
A) Simile
B) Personification
C) Hyperbole
D) Alliteration
B) Personification
Which revision of the sentence best improves clarity?
Running fast, the finish line was crossed by me.
A) Running fast, the finish line was crossed by me.
B) The finish line was crossed quickly by me.
C) I crossed the finish line quickly.
D) Quickly, the finish line was crossed.
C) I crossed the finish line quickly.
A poem describes “a wilted flower in a forgotten garden.” What can you infer?
A) The speaker feels neglected or lonely.
B) The speaker is describing a party.
C) The flower represents joy.
D) The setting is lively and bright.
A) The speaker feels neglected or lonely.
How does both "Mirror" and "Total Eclipse" explore the theme of self-awareness and transformation?
A) Both authors depict moments of personal revelation that lead to a deeper understanding of self.
B) Both authors focus on the external changes in their subjects without delving into internal transformations.
C) Both authors portray characters who resist change and remain unaware of their evolving identities.
D) Both authors highlight the role of external forces in shaping personal identity.
A) Both authors depict moments of personal revelation that lead to a deeper understanding of self.
Which thesis is most effective for an argumentative essay?
A) Homework helps students manage time responsibly.
B) My essay will be about homework.
C) Homework can be fun for some people.
D) I don’t like homework.
A) Homework helps students manage time responsibly.
How does rhyme affect tone or mood?
A) It creates rhythm or emphasizes emotion.
B) It distracts from meaning.
C) It makes poems confusing.
D) It eliminates structure.
A) It creates rhythm or emphasizes emotion.
Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly?
A) She likes swimming, to run, and biking.
B) She likes to swim, running, and bike.
C) She likes swimming, running, and biking.
D) She likes to swimming, to running, to biking.
C) She likes swimming, running, and biking.
In “Total Eclipse” by Annie Dillard, what can readers infer about the speaker’s reaction to the eclipse?
A) She feels calm and unaffected by the event.
B) She feels a sudden sense of awe and fear.
C) She is bored and wishes the eclipse would end.
D) She immediately wants to leave the area.
B) She feels a sudden sense of awe and fear.
In Where the Wild Things Are and the TikTok article, the authors’ purpose is primarily to—
A) entertain readers with fictional characters
B) inform readers about contemporary issues and real-world observations
C) persuade readers to take immediate action
D) compare urban and rural lifestyles
B) inform readers about contemporary issues and real-world observations
Subheadings and bullet points suggest what type of organization?
A) Narrative
B) Persuasive
C) Informational
D) Descriptive
C) Informational
Repetition of initial consonant sounds is called—
A) Onomatopoeia
B) Alliteration
C) Assonance
D) Rhythm
B) Alliteration
Which sentence uses punctuation correctly?
A) I brought pencils, paper; and an eraser.
B) I brought pencils, paper, and an eraser.
C) I brought, pencils paper and an eraser.
D) I brought pencils paper and an eraser.
B) I brought pencils, paper, and an eraser.
In “Where the Wild Things Are” by Beth Pratt-Bergstrom, what is the author’s primary purpose?
A) To persuade readers to visit national parks.
B) To inform readers about the challenges of urban wildlife conservation.
C) To entertain readers with fictional stories about wild animals.
D) To describe the history of Griffith Park in Los Angeles
B) To inform readers about the challenges of urban wildlife conservation.
In both Mirror by Sylvia Plath and Total Eclipse by Annie Dillard, the authors use figurative language to create a tone that is—
A) lighthearted and humorous
B) reflective and contemplative
C) angry and accusatory
D) casual and conversational
B) reflective and contemplative
Which revision would best improve the organization of this essay?
A) Add a clear thesis statement at the beginning of the essay
B) Move the thesis to the very last sentence of the essay
C) Remove the topic sentences from each paragraph
D) Rearrange paragraphs in a random order
A) Add a clear thesis statement at the beginning of the essay
In Mirror, how does Sylvia Plath use the mirror as a symbol to develop the poem’s theme?
A) The mirror represents a person who judges the woman’s actions.
B) The mirror represents truth and self-reflection, showing the woman’s awareness of aging and change.
C) The mirror represents a magical object that grants wishes.
D) The mirror represents the woman’s imagination and creativity.
B) The mirror represents truth and self-reflection, showing the woman’s awareness of aging and change.