EOG and Literary Terms

In literature, which of the following best states the definition of the "climax" of a story?

• The climax of a story is where the conflict reaches its peak and the outcome is decided, usually when there is a significant change in the main character.

• The climax is the setting of the story.
• The climax is the resolution of the conflict.
• The climax is the introduction of the main characters, usually towards the middle of the story, after most of the conflict has been resolved.

What does the word "emphasize" most closely mean when found in an EOG question, such as:

"What does paragraph 1 "emphasize" about Mr. Johnson?"

• Downplay or diminish the importance of a specific aspect or detail
• Ignore or overlook a specific aspect or detail
• Exaggerate or distort a specific aspect or detail
• Highlight or give special importance to

Which of the following is the definition of an "objective summary"?

• A summary that includes personal opinions and interpretations
• A summary that accurately reflects the main points of a text without personal opinions or interpretations.
• A summary that only focuses on minor details of the text
• A summary that is longer than the original text

The "theme" of a text is best described as what?

• The main message or lesson that the author wants to convey to the readers

• The font size used by the author in the text

• The color scheme chosen by the author of the text

• The number of characters in the text that the author chooses to include

Which of the following best defines the word "reveal" as it is used in EOG questions, such as:

"How does the author reveal Hannah's past in paragraph five?"

• To introduce a new character in the story
• To hide or conceal information about a character or topic
• To disclose or present information about a character or topic
• To summarize the main points of a paragraph

How is the word "contradict" best defined when used in an EOG question, such as:

"Which statement "contradicts" the idea that Hannah is willing to do anything to survive in the concentration camp?"

• To confirm a statement or belief
• To clarify a statement or belief
• To ignore a statement or belief
• To assert the opposite of a statement or belief.

In literary terms, which of the following represents something that is "symbolic of" or a "symbol of" something else? **Check ALL that apply!

• A cross is symbol of the Christian religion

• Hearts are symbolic of Valentine's Day

• Cats and dogs are a symbol of rain

• A red rose is symbolic of romance

TRUE or FALSE: In text, figurative Language is a way authors write that isn't meant to be taken literally.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following IS NOT an example of Figurative Language?

• "That excuse is an embarrassment to your character."

• "That excuse is as ridiculous as the one you gave me last week!"

• "Your list of excuses is a mile long!"

• "I will not listen to your excuses any loner!"

The difference between a simile and a metaphor is what?

• A simile is always positive while a metaphor can be negative.
• The use of 'like' or 'as' in a simile and the direct comparison in a metaphor.
• A simile is longer than a metaphor.
• A simile uses animals while a metaphor uses objects.