Midterm Reading/Writing (6)

Which of the following is an example of a character trait?

• Running fast

• Kindness

• Blue eyes

• Tall

Identify the sentence written in active voice.

• The cake was eaten by the children.

• The children ate the cake.

• The cake is being eaten by the children.

• The cake had been eaten by the children.

Identify the sentence written in passive voice.

• The cake was eaten by the children.

• The children ate the cake.

• Children eat cake.

• Children will be eating cake.

Which sentence uses direct characterization?

• She was always the first to volunteer for any task.

• He was a brave and honest man.

• The room was filled with laughter and joy.

• Her eyes sparkled with excitement.

What is an example of indirect characterization?

• She is very intelligent.

• He never missed a day of work.

• The sky was a deep blue.

• The book was on the table.

Which of the following is a literary theme?

• Friendship

• A red apple

• A fast car

• A tall building

Identify the type of conflict in the following scenario: A character struggles to survive in a desert.

• Character vs. Character

• Character vs. Nature

• Character vs. Society

• Character vs. Self

Which sentence is written in passive voice?

• The dog chased the cat.

• The cat was chased by the dog.

• The dog is chasing the cat.

• The cat chases the dog.

What can be inferred from the following statement? "She always carried an umbrella, even on sunny days."

• She likes the rain.

• She is cautious.

• She dislikes the sun.

• She is forgetful.

Which of the following is an example of a character trait?

• Playing the piano

• Honesty

• Green shirt

• Long hair