American Lit EOC practice 2

Front

What is the correct pronoun to use when referring to students in a general sense?

Back

They

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What is the theme of a story that emphasizes the importance of hard work and diligence?

Back

Diligence and work ethic benefit those who practice them consistently.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is a common reason authors use repetition in their writing?

Back

To reinforce key ideas or concepts.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is a metaphor? Provide an example.

Back

A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things. Example: 'My heart was a bucket full of joy after all the sweet compliments.'

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is an oxymoron? Provide an example.

Back

An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines contradictory terms. Example: 'Jumbo shrimp.'

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the purpose of using imagery in literature?

Back

Imagery is used to create vivid and descriptive language that appeals to the senses.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

Back

A simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as,' while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Front

What does the term 'theme' refer to in literature?

Back

The theme is the central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is the significance of character development in a story?

Back

Character development is important as it shows how characters grow and change throughout the narrative.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the role of setting in a literary work?

Back

The setting establishes the time and place in which the story occurs, influencing the plot and characters.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3