Literary Themes and Research Skills Quiz

What is the theme of a text?

• The main character’s goal

• The central idea or message

• The setting of the story

• The author’s tone

Which of the following is NOT a theme?

• Love

• Betrayal

• Simile

• Survival

How is a theme usually developed?

• Through the use of figurative language only

• By the title of the story

• Through characterization, setting, and plot

• By the font style used

Which of the following is an example of figurative language?

• "The tree is tall."

• "Her smile was as bright as the sun."

• "It was raining heavily."

• "The story took place in a small town."

What is a simile?

• A comparison using "like" or "as"

• A phrase that exaggerates

• An object representing an idea

• A direct comparison without "like" or "as"

Why is context important in literature?

• It provides a summary of the story.

• It helps determine the author’s age.

• It influences themes and character behavior.

• It makes the story easier to read.

What type of context refers to the time period in which a story is set?

• Social

• Historical

• Cultural

• Personal

Which of the following is NOT a literary device?

• Metaphor

• Hyperbole

• MLA format

• Symbolism

What does "personification" mean?

• Giving human traits to non-human things

• Describing a person’s personality

• Comparing two things

• Creating a symbol

What is the purpose of literary criticism?

• To critique the author’s writing style

• To analyze texts comprehensively

• To summarize the story

• To rewrite the text