EOY ELA Review

What is the main purpose of a conclusion in an essay?

• To introduce new ideas

• To summarize the main points

• To provide background information

• To present evidence

Which of the following is a metaphor?

• She is as busy as a bee.

• He runs like the wind.

• The world is a stage.

• Her smile is like sunshine.

Which word is an antonym for "bright"?

• Shiny

• Dull

• Light

• Brilliant

What is the purpose of dialogue in a story?

• To describe the setting

• To give background information

• To summarize the plot

• To show what characters are thinking and feeling

What does the prefix "re-" mean?

• Before

• After

• Again

• Between

Which sentence is written in the first person point of view?

• She walked to the store.

• They walked to the store.

• I walked to the store.

• You walked to the store.

What is a simile?

• A comparison using "like" or "as"

• A direct comparison without "like" or "as"

• An exaggeration

• An indirect reference

Which sentence is an example of personification?

• The tree is tall.

• The car is fast.

• The sun is hot.

• The wind whispered through the trees.

What is the theme of a story?

• The main characters

• The plot

• The message or lesson

• The setting

What is the definition of "context clues"?

• Clues about the setting

• Hints that help understand the meaning of a word

• Clues about the plot

• Hints about the characters