Content Literacy Vocab 2 Pre-Test
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Alliteration
The use of words that sound like what they mean
A comparison between two things without using 'like' or 'as'
The repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words
A comparison between two things using 'like' or 'as'
Answer explanation
Alliteration is defined as the repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words, making the correct choice the one that describes this specific literary device.
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CCSS.L.4.5
CCSS.L.5.5
CCSS.L.6.5
CCSS.RL.2.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Analogy
A story with a hidden meaning
A comparison between two things that are similar in some way
The main idea or underlying message
A word that imitates the sound it represents
Answer explanation
An analogy is defined as a comparison between two things that share similarities, helping to explain or clarify concepts by relating them to familiar ideas.
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CCSS.L.4.5
CCSS.L.5.5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Argument
A series of events in a story
A reason or set of reasons given to persuade others
The background information provided in a text
A humorous or exaggerated imitation
Answer explanation
An argument is defined as a reason or set of reasons given to persuade others. This distinguishes it from other options, which describe different concepts such as events, background information, or imitations.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Central Idea
A summary of the main points of a text
The underlying message or big idea of a text
A short, amusing story used to illustrate a point
A detailed description of a character or setting
Answer explanation
The central idea refers to the underlying message or big idea of a text, which captures its essence. The other options describe different aspects of a text but do not define the central idea.
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CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Conclusions
A detailed explanation of a topic
The end or finish of an event or process
The introduction of a text
A comparison using 'like' or 'as'
Answer explanation
The term 'conclusions' refers to the end or finish of an event or process, summarizing the main points or outcomes. This distinguishes it from other options like introductions or comparisons.
Tags
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Connections
Links between different ideas or parts of a text
A list of main points or ideas
The sequence of events in a story
The feelings or emotions associated with a word
Answer explanation
The correct answer, 'Links between different ideas or parts of a text', highlights how connections help to relate various concepts, enhancing understanding and coherence within the text.
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CCSS.RF.1.3A
CCSS.RF.1.3D
CCSS.RI.1.3
CCSS.RI.2.3
CCSS.RI.3.8
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Connotative Language
Words that have the same meaning
Language that has a literal meaning
Words that evoke additional feelings or ideas
The structure of a poem
Answer explanation
Connotative language refers to words that evoke additional feelings or ideas beyond their literal meaning. This distinguishes it from literal language, which conveys straightforward meanings without emotional undertones.
Tags
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
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