Unit 1 Summative Test Review

Elijah is writing a story and needs to decide when and where the events will take place. What is the term for the time and place in which a story occurs?

• Setting

• Climax

• Theme

• Mood

Answer explanation

The term 'setting' refers to the time and place in which a story occurs. It establishes the context for the events and characters, making it the correct choice for Elijah's story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What is a simile?

• Giving human qualities to non-human things

• A comparison using "like" or "as"

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

• The main message of a story

Answer explanation

A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. This distinguishes it from metaphors, which do not use these words.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which of the following is an example of a simple sentence?

• The cat slept.

• After the rain stopped, the sun came out.

• Because he was tired, he went to bed early.

• If you want to go, let me know.

Answer explanation

A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb, expressing a complete thought. 'The cat slept.' is a simple sentence. The other options are complex sentences with dependent clauses.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.7.1B

What is the term for the main character in a story?

• Narrator

• Protagonist

• Antagonist

• Speaker

Answer explanation

The main character in a story is called the protagonist. This character drives the plot and faces challenges, unlike the antagonist, who opposes them. The narrator and speaker refer to the voice telling the story, not the main character.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Which part of a plot comes after the climax?

• Falling action

• Exposition

• Rising action

• Inciting incident

Answer explanation

The part of a plot that follows the climax is called the falling action. This section deals with the aftermath of the climax, where the story begins to wind down and conflicts start to resolve.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the function of dialogue in a story?

• To show conversations between characters

• To describe the setting

• To explain the theme

• To provide background information

Answer explanation

The function of dialogue in a story is primarily to show conversations between characters, allowing readers to understand their relationships, emotions, and motivations, which enhances the narrative.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which of the following best defines "theme" in literature?

• The sequence of events in a story

• The central message or lesson

• The time and place of the story

• The main character

Answer explanation

In literature, the theme is the central message or lesson that the author conveys through the story. It goes beyond the plot and characters, encapsulating the deeper meaning behind the narrative.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is a stanza in poetry?

• A group of lines forming a unit

• A single word

• The main idea

• The rhyme at the end of a line

Answer explanation

A stanza in poetry is defined as a group of lines that form a unit, similar to a paragraph in prose. This distinguishes it from other options like a single word, the main idea, or rhyme, which do not encapsulate the concept of a stanza.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which of the following is an example of personification?

• The wind whispered through the trees.

• The car is red.

• The dog barked loudly.

• The sun is a star.

Answer explanation

Personification attributes human qualities to non-human entities. 'The wind whispered through the trees' gives the wind a human action (whispering), making it the correct example of personification.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5A

In a mystery novel, Aria notices a broken vase in the hallway early in the story. Later, this detail becomes important to solving the case. What is the purpose of including the broken vase early on?

• To hint at events that will happen later

• To introduce the main character

• To describe the setting

• To explain the theme

Answer explanation

The broken vase serves as a foreshadowing element, hinting at future events that are crucial to the mystery. Its significance is revealed later, making it an important detail for solving the case.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3