"Rules of the Game" and Poetry Quiz Prep

"Rules of the Game" and Poetry Quiz Prep

Honors English 9/Mrs. Chen

Multiple Choice

In the "Rules of the Game," why does Waverly tell her mother that she does not want to play in the local tournament because "they would have American rules?"

• She uses a strategy to avoid traveling far from home.

• She is afraid of losing in the tournament.

• She uses a strategy to trick her mother into letting her play in the tournament.

• She does not understand the American rules for playing chess.

Multiple Choice

In "Rules of the Game," what do Waverly and her brothers think about the section of Chinatown where they live?

• They are afraid of the its dangers.

• They think it is a dull and lifeless place.

• They hate the signs of poverty they see there.

• They see it as a place for exploration and fun.

Multiple Choice

In which choice is the first line most clearly enjambed?

• Knows how to forget! /But could It teach it?

• Easiest of Arts, they say /When one learn how

• Is it in a Book? / So, I could buy it--

• "How to forget"! /Say--some--Philosopher!

Multiple Choice

In which choice is the first line end-stopped?

• I measure every Grief I meet / With narrow, probing, eyes --

• I wonder if It weighs like Mine -- / Or has an Easier size.

• A lane of Yellow led the eye /Unto a Purple Wood

• I've heard you're not /THE REAL ROBIN. Bird watchers have

Multiple Choice

In what way do the complex characters of Waverly and her mother most clearly develop a central theme of "Rules of the Game"?

• Their error gives insight into the nature of competition.

• Their related problems teach a lesson about showing compassion to others.

• Their struggles give insight into conflicts between parents and children.

• Their differences teach a lesson about getting along with others.

Multiple Choice

The synonyms underlined in all choices have the same denotation: "asking a lot of questions." Which of the four synonyms has the most negative connotation? Base your answer on context.

• The curious child asked a lot of questions about the dinosaurs.

• The questioning prosecutor would not easily let the suspect off the hook.

• The nosy TV host kept on asking about the movie star's private life.

• The inquisitive tourist seems to have endless questions for the tour guide.

Multiple Choice

Which of these sentences contains one or more participial phrases?

• Traveling has become her hobby since she turned 15.

• Worrying what could happen to his daughter, Michael spent the whole night scrutinizing her bank account and documenting suspicious transactions.

• John is planning to have a birthday party for his girlfriend.

• She has arranged a get-away celebration for her parents-in-law.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a simple sentence?

• Heart-broken, he dropped down to his knees and started crying.

• I don't want any excuse, and I have to report this to our manager.

• Even though you want to be honest with your mom, you should not tell her that she has cancer right now.

• As long as you need help, I'm always there for you.

Multiple Choice

Which of these sentences is a complex sentence?

• I told you not to answer the email after 10:00pm, but you never listen.

• I'll do it for sure; don't worry.

• You get what you have paid for.

• Keeping up with all assignments is never an easy task.

Multiple Choice

What type of sentence is this sentence?

Tammy Lee, the famous author from New York, will give a speech to a private book club at Barns and Noble, which is located inside of Ocotillo Shopping Center.

• simple

• compound

• complex

• compound-complex