Anecdote

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English
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12th Grade
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Hard
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Standards-aligned
Sarah Williams
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Most of the writers use anecdote to ___________________________________.
tell a story
deal with differences of opinions
share helpful tips on making a living
impart a lesson in an entertaining way
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What someone talks about when he/she shares an anecdote?
opinions
personal experiences
plans and dreams in life
biography of other people
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.3
CCSS.RI.6.3
CCSS.RI.7.3
CCSS.RI.8.3
CCSS.RI.9-10.3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
An anecdote is a story with a point which means that______________________.
it reveals an issue
it is easy to understand
it reveals truth about life
it intends to provoke laughter
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is an anecdote typically used for in writing?
To provide statistical data
To illustrate a point with a personal story
To introduce a fictional character
To describe a historical event
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes an anecdote?
A lengthy narrative
A brief, amusing story
A detailed biography
A scientific report
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In literature, an anecdote is often used to:
Confuse the reader
Support an argument
Present a counterpoint
Summarize a chapter
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the primary characteristic of an anecdote?
It is fictional
It is humorous
It is brief and to the point
It is complex
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