Midterm Review

What is the author's primary purpose in writing a persuasive essay?

• To entertain the reader

• To inform the reader

• To convince the reader of a particular viewpoint

• To describe a historical event

Which of the following is an example of a metaphor?

• The wind whispered through the trees.

• The stars danced playfully in the moonlit sky.

• Her smile was a ray of sunshine.

• The car engine roared like a lion.

What text structure is used when events are described in the order they happened?

• Cause and effect

• Problem and solution

• Chronological order

• Compare and contrast

Which of the following sentences best demonstrates cause and effect?

• The sun set, and the stars appeared.

• She studied hard, so she passed the exam.

• The cat slept on the couch.

• The rain stopped, and the sun came out.

How does the author present different viewpoints in an argumentative essay?

• By ignoring opposing views

• By presenting only one side of the argument

• By acknowledging and addressing counterarguments

• By using emotional language

Which of the following is an example of a logical fallacy?

• All dogs are animals; therefore, all animals are dogs.

• The sun rises in the east.

• Water boils at 100°C.

• The Earth orbits the Sun.

What type of reasoning starts with specific observations and moves to a general conclusion?

• Deductive reasoning

• Inductive reasoning

• Circular reasoning

• Analogical reasoning

Which word best describes the diction in the following sentence: "The ancient castle loomed ominously over the desolate landscape"?

• Casual

• Formal

• Colloquial

• Informal

Identify the figurative language used in this sentence: "The classroom was a zoo during recess."

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

What is the effect of using short, choppy sentences in a narrative?

• It creates a sense of calm and relaxation.

• It adds complexity to the narrative.

• It increases the pace and tension.

• It provides detailed descriptions.