EOC Review

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Which of the following sentences uses a metaphor? The wind howled like a wolf in the night., The classroom was a zoo during the lunch break., She was as busy as a bee., The stars twinkled like diamonds in the sky.

Back

The classroom was a zoo during the lunch break.

Answer explanation

The sentence 'The classroom was a zoo during the lunch break.' uses a metaphor by comparing the chaotic classroom to a zoo, implying disorder without using 'like' or 'as', which would indicate a simile.

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Identify the main idea of the passage: "In the heart of the bustling city, the small park was a haven of tranquility. People came to escape the noise and chaos, finding peace among the trees and flowers."

Back

The park provides a peaceful escape from the city.

Answer explanation

The passage highlights the park as a tranquil refuge amidst the city's noise, emphasizing that it offers a peaceful escape for people seeking relief from chaos, making the correct choice about the park's role.

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Summarize the passage: "The ancient library was a treasure trove of knowledge. Scholars from all over the world visited to study the rare manuscripts and books it housed."

Back

The library was a valuable resource for scholars worldwide.

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights the library's significance as a valuable resource for scholars worldwide, capturing the essence of the passage about its role in knowledge sharing and study.

Front

Which of the following is an example of personification?

• The sun smiled down on the village.
• The river was as calm as a mirror.
• The mountain stood tall and proud.
• The leaves danced in the wind.

Back

The sun smiled down on the village.

Answer explanation

The phrase 'The sun smiled down on the village' attributes human-like qualities to the sun, making it an example of personification. The other options use similes or metaphors but do not personify.

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Determine the tone of the following sentence: "The abandoned house creaked and groaned, its windows shattered and its doors hanging off their hinges."

Back

Eerie

Answer explanation

The description of the abandoned house with creaking sounds, shattered windows, and hanging doors creates a sense of unease and fear, making the tone eerie rather than joyful, mysterious, or exciting.

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Which sentence best describes the theme of the following passage: "Despite the challenges and setbacks, she persevered and eventually achieved her dreams."

Back

Hard work leads to success.

Answer explanation

The passage emphasizes perseverance in the face of challenges, leading to success. Thus, the theme "Hard work leads to success" best captures the essence of achieving dreams despite difficulties.

Front

Identify the type of figurative language used in this sentence: "The world is a stage, and we are merely players."

Back

Metaphor

Answer explanation

The sentence "The world is a stage, and we are merely players" uses a metaphor, comparing the world to a stage to illustrate that life is like a performance, where people play roles. It does not use 'like' or 'as', which would indicate a simile.

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Effect of imagery: "The golden sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of pink and orange."

Back

It evokes a feeling of calm and beauty.

Answer explanation

The imagery of the "golden sun" and the "hues of pink and orange" creates a serene and beautiful scene, evoking feelings of calmness and appreciation for nature's beauty, making the correct choice clear.

Front

Which of the following sentences uses hyperbole?

• The book was so boring, it put me to sleep.
• I have a million things to do today.
• The flowers were as bright as the sun.
• The cat purred like a motor.

Back

I have a million things to do today.

Answer explanation

The sentence 'I have a million things to do today' uses hyperbole, as it exaggerates the number of tasks to emphasize feeling overwhelmed, rather than stating a literal count.

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What is the purpose of the repetition in the sentence: "The waves crashed, crashed, crashed against the shore"?

Back

To emphasize the power of the waves.

Answer explanation

The repetition of "crashed" emphasizes the power and intensity of the waves, creating a vivid image of their force against the shore, which aligns with the correct choice.