Unit 2 Skills Review

Read the following sentence: "The sky was a deep, dark blue, like the ocean at midnight." What can you infer about the time of day?

• It is early morning.

• It is midday.

• It is late afternoon.

• It is nighttime.

Which of the following is an example of an internal conflict?

• A character struggling to survive a storm.

• A character debating whether to tell the truth or lie.

• A character fighting with a sibling.

• A character running from a wild animal.

What is the central idea of a story?

• The sequence of events in the story.

• The main message or lesson the author wants to convey.

• The setting and time period of the story.

• The conflict between characters.

In a plot diagram, what is the climax?

• The introduction of characters and setting.

• The turning point or most intense moment of the story.

• The resolution of the conflict.

• The series of events that build up to the climax.

What is the author's purpose if a text is written to entertain?

• To inform the reader about a topic.

• To persuade the reader to take action.

• To provide enjoyment or amusement.

• To describe a process or event.

Which word has a positive connotation?

• Stubborn

• Determined

• Nosy

• Cheap

What is an example of an external conflict?

• A character feeling guilty about a past mistake.

• A character trying to overcome a fear of heights.

• A character arguing with a friend.

• A character deciding between two career paths.

Which of the following sentences uses precise language?

• The dog was really big.

• The dog was as large as a small horse.

• The dog was kind of big.

• The dog was not small.

What can you infer about a character who is described as "clutching their stomach and wincing"?

• They are feeling happy.

• They are feeling hungry.

• They are in pain.

• They are excited.

What is the purpose of a myth?

• To provide factual information.

• To explain natural phenomena or cultural beliefs.

• To entertain with humorous stories.

• To persuade readers to adopt a viewpoint.