Hawkins Literary Devices and Text Structure Quiz - Second Period
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the literary device in "The wind whispered through the trees"?
Personification
Simile
Metaphor
Alliteration
Answer explanation
The phrase "The wind whispered through the trees" attributes human qualities to the wind, suggesting it can whisper. This is an example of personification, as it gives life-like characteristics to a non-human element.
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the main reason for writing an informational text?
To make the reader laugh
To convince the reader
To give the reader information
To tell a made-up story
Answer explanation
The main reason for writing an informational text is to give the reader information. Unlike other options, which focus on entertainment or persuasion, informational texts aim to educate the reader on a specific topic.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does "exposition" mean in a story?
The most exciting part
How the problem is solved
The background information
What happens after the climax
Answer explanation
In a story, 'exposition' refers to the background information that sets the stage for the plot. It provides context about characters, settings, and events, helping readers understand the story's foundation.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.7
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.6.9
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which sentence is a compound sentence?
The cat slept on the windowsill.
I like pizza and pasta.
After dinner, we went for a walk.
She sang beautifully.
Answer explanation
The correct answer is 'After dinner, we went for a walk.' because it contains two independent clauses connected by a comma, making it a compound sentence. The other options are simple sentences.
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CCSS.RF.3.3B
CCSS.RF.3.3C
CCSS.RF.3.3D
CCSS.RF.4.3A
CCSS.RF.5.3A
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Why do we use transition words?
To make sentences longer
To connect ideas and make writing smoother
To confuse the reader
To add extra details
Answer explanation
We use transition words to connect ideas and make writing smoother. They help guide the reader through the text, enhancing clarity and coherence, rather than making sentences longer or confusing the reader.
Tags
CCSS.W.8.2C
CCSS.W.8.3C
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which is an example of a summary that tells the main idea?
A personal opinion about the text
A brief overview of the main points
An emotional reaction to the story
A detailed analysis of the author's style
Answer explanation
A brief overview of the main points effectively summarizes the main idea of a text, while personal opinions, emotional reactions, and detailed analyses do not capture the essence of the content.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does "inference" mean when you are reading?
To copy words from the story
To figure out something using clues
To find the main idea of a paragraph
To tell the whole story in short
Answer explanation
Inference means using clues from the text to understand something that isn't directly stated. This is why the correct answer is 'To figure out something using clues', as it captures the essence of making educated guesses while reading.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.W.8.9A
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