English II EOC Review

Front

What is tone in literature?

Back

Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What does 'Theme' mean in literature?

Back

Theme is the message the writer is trying to share with the reader.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is the purpose of revising/editing a text?

Back

The purpose is to make changes in the text to improve clarity, coherence, and correctness.

Front

How many paragraphs are typically needed in a STAAR essay?

Back

4 paragraphs.

Front

What should you do on the reading section of a test?

Back

Read and annotate the passage.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Front

What is the definition of 'Mood' in literature?

Back

Mood is the emotional atmosphere created by the author, influencing how the reader feels.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is a 'Character' in a story?

Back

A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a literary work.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the difference between 'Plot' and 'Theme'?

Back

Plot is the sequence of events in a story, while theme is the underlying message or main idea.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does 'Annotate' mean?

Back

To annotate means to add notes or comments to a text to explain or analyze it.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Front

What is a 'Narrative'?

Back

A narrative is a spoken or written account of connected events; a story.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10