Dialogue and Description Practice

What is the purpose of the exposition in sentences 1 and 2?

• To introduce the setting and context

• To describe the raccoons

• To explain the dog's behavior

• To provide a conclusion

Which descriptive words and phrases in sentence 10 appeal to the reader’s sense of sight?

• "barking and growling"

• "beam of the flashlight"

• "biggest raccoon"

• "headed back to the house"

Which sentences contain dialogue? What does the dialogue tell you about how the speaker is feeling?

• Sentences 4 and 5; the speaker is calm

• Sentences 8 and 15; the speaker is nervous

• Sentences 1 and 2; the speaker is excited

• Sentences 12 and 13; the speaker is confused

Does sentence 11 contain more description or more exposition? Explain.

• More description; it describes the raccoon

• More exposition; it explains the situation

• More description; it describes the setting

• More exposition; it provides background

Which paragraphs include dialogue? What does the dialogue convey about the speakers?

• Paragraphs 1 and 2; the speakers are excited.

• Paragraphs 2 and 4; the speakers are nervous and curious.

• Paragraphs 3 and 4; the speakers are angry.

• Paragraphs 1 and 3; the speakers are indifferent.

What is an example of exposition in the first paragraph?

• The description of the moving truck.

• The mention of the barren apartment.

• The idea of making new friends.

• The presence of trees and flowers.

What descriptive detail in the third paragraph appeals to the reader’s sense of hearing?

• The sound of the elevator button.

• The click of the apartment door.

• The rustling of the trash bag.

• The whisper of the wind.

How do description and exposition convey the author’s feelings in the last paragraph?

• They show excitement and joy.

• They reveal fear and embarrassment.

• They express anger and frustration.

• They indicate calmness and peace.