9th Grade Final Spring 2025

What is the meaning of the word "symbolism" as used in literature?

• The use of humor to entertain readers

• The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities

• The repetition of consonant sounds

• The chronological order of events

Which of the following is an example of figurative language?

• "The sun was bright."

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

• "The sun rose at 6:00 AM."

• "The sun is a star."

In "Romeo & Juliet," who is Juliet’s cousin that is killed by Romeo?

• Benvolio

• Tybalt

• Mercutio

• Paris

Which document was delivered by Abraham Lincoln during the American Civil War?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Gettysburg Address

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The Declaration of Independence

Which of the following sentences uses correct subject-verb agreement?

• The students was excited for the trip.

• The students were excited for the trip.

• The student were excited for the trip.

• The students is excited for the trip.

What is the main theme of Shakespeare’s "Romeo & Juliet"?

• The importance of wealth

• The power of love and its consequences

• The value of education

• The dangers of travel

Which of the following best describes the tone of the Gettysburg Address?

• Humorous and lighthearted

• Solemn and respectful

• Angry and accusatory

• Indifferent and casual

Which of the following is an example of technical language?

• "The mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell."

• "The sky was blue."

• "He ran quickly."

• "She was as fast as a cheetah."

Which of the following sentences is written using correct standard English grammar?

• Me and him went to the store.

• He and I went to the store.

• Him and I went to the store.

• He and me went to the store.

What is the primary purpose of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C.?

• To celebrate American independence

• To honor those who served and died in the Vietnam War

• To commemorate the end of World War II

• To display famous American quotes