New York State ELA Exam

What is the effect of the rhetorical question in the sentence: "What better time than now?"

• It confuses the reader.

• It emphasizes the urgency of the situation.

• It provides a detailed explanation.

• It introduces a new topic.

What is the main theme of the passage about New York State's history?

• A) The economic growth of New York State

• B) The cultural diversity of New York State

• C) The political influence of New York State

• D) The natural landscapes of New York State

Which literary device is used in the sentence: 'The city that never sleeps'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

What is the purpose of the author's use of statistics in the passage?

• A) To entertain the reader

• B) To provide evidence for an argument

• C) To confuse the reader

• D) To introduce a new topic

Identify the correct sentence structure: 'Despite the rain, the event continued as planned.'

• A) Simple sentence

• B) Compound sentence

• C) Complex sentence

• D) Compound-complex sentence

What is the effect of the imagery in the description of New York's skyline?

• A) It creates a sense of chaos

• B) It highlights the city's beauty

• C) It emphasizes the city's history

• D) It introduces a new character

Which word best describes the tone of the passage about New York's cultural festivals?

• A) Melancholic

• B) Celebratory

• C) Pessimistic

• D) Indifferent

What is the meaning of the word 'diverse' as used in the context of New York's population?

• A) Similar

• B) Varied

• C) Limited

• D) Exclusive

How does the author support the claim that New York is a global city?

• A) By describing its rural areas

• B) By listing its international businesses

• C) By focusing on its local traditions

• D) By ignoring its global influence

What is the significance of the historical event mentioned in the passage?

• A) It had no impact on New York

• B) It changed the political landscape

• C) It was a minor event

• D) It was a fictional event