IA3 Review

Lines of a poem with very different syllable counts (uneven) suggest

• instability of the speaker/subject

• nothing about the poem

• the poet's lack of talent

• a desire to capture your attention

A crowd of people walking towards an event is most likely

• quiet

• slow

• peaceful

• purposeful

Which revision is best?

The group of musicians played a selection by Mozart, and the piece was difficult, and the piece was moving.

• The group of musicians played a difficult and moving selection by Mozart.

• Playing a piece by Mozart, the group of musicians played a difficult and moving selection.

• A difficult and moving piece was played by the group of musicians about Mozart.

• Mozart was a difficult and moving piece played by the group of musicians.

What is the opposite of mute?

• irritated

• happy

• talkative

• deaf

Which of these statements is a personal reflection of the past?

• One day, I missed class.

• Some people need to study more.

• I have learned so much from Mrs. Driver this cycle and realize we learn from our mistakes.

• I think the future holds good things for me.

What is the meaning of the word "assailed"?

• sadly pitied

• ironically mocked

• violently attacked

• duly noted

To find out the opposing viewpoint of a text you must first

• think of what you would say

• understand the original viewpoint

• take a nap

• eat a sandwich

The following words sound like what?

"triumphed...courage...just and right"

• a plea for help

• an encouragement

• a regret

• a celebration

Which of these situations would humble a person?

• Sitting next to a stranger on a park bench.

• Falsely accusing someone only to realize they were trying to help you.

• Taking a nap.

• Taking a test and making an A+.

Death is typically seen as

• neutral

• final

• temporary

• positive