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Multiple Choice
Which text structure tells what happened and explains why it happened?
Compare and Contrast
Cause and Effect
Main Idea and Details
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure tells about events in time order?
Main Idea and Details
Cause and Effect
Compare and Contrast
Chronological Order
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure tells about something and gives specific examples and supports?
Compare and Contrast
Main Idea and Details
Problem and Solution
Sequence and Order
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure explains an issue and gives us ways to fix it?
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Cause and Effect
Chronological
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure tells how things are alike and different?
Cause and Effect
Chronological
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure might use these signal words? FIRST, AFTER, THE NEXT WEEK, LATER
Problem and Solution
Descriptive
Chronological
Cause and Effect
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure might use these signal words? ISSUE, SOLVE, THEREFORE, AS A RESULT
Main Idea and Details
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Chronological
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure might use these signal words? BOTH, UNLIKE, SIMILAR, DIFFERENT
Compare and Contrast
Chronological
Problem and Solution
Cause and Effect
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure might use these signal words? FOR EXAMPLE, INCLUDING, ANOTHER
Problem and Solution
Cause and Effect
Chronological
Description
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure might use these signal words? BECAUSE, DUE TO, SINCE, SO, IF...THEN
Cause and Effect
Chronological
Compare and Contrast
Description
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about the effects a large factory is having on the nature around the factory.
Cause and Effect
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Description
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about how Hurricane Katrina changed life in New Orleans after it destroyed most of the city.
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
Cause and Effect
Description
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about the features of squirrels, such as their behavior, appearance, and habits.
cause and effect
sequence
description
problem and solution
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and describing the events that happened in the city at the time.
compare and contrast
description
problem and solution
question and answer
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about the steps a beaver takes while building a dam in a river.
Problem and solution
Sequence
Compare and Contrast
Question and Answer
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about the steps a scientist takes to use a microscope correctly.
Sequence
Description
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about pollution in the ocean and ways you can help to prevent it from happening.
Problem and Solution
Cause and Effect
Description
Reading Nonfiction Text
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about how many children do not have access to internet at home, and ways that buisnesses can help to solve this problem.
Question and Answer
Problem and Solution
Description
Compare and Contrast
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Multiple Choice
What is the text structure?
There are many types of rice. In India, basmati rice is grown. It smells like popcorn, and many people think it tastes better than regular rice. In Thailand, jasmine rice is grown. It has a wonderful smell and taste. Many people say it is the best rice in the world. Wild rice has longer, dark grains. It was grown by Native Americans.
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Description
Sequence
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Multiple Choice
Harvesting rice happens in three steps. First the rice is taken from the stalk by threshing. Threshing is the process where the rice grain is removed from the plant stalk, which can be done by hand or with a machine. Second, the rice grains need to be dried. Finally the rice is taken to a mill. In the mill, the rice is hulled. This means that the outer layer of the grain is removed, and the small white rice is left.
Sequence
Compare and Contrast
Description
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
What text structure?
Rice is one of the most important foods grown on Earth. It is a cereal grain like wheat or corn. Rice is a food eaten by two-thirds of the world’s people and can be grown on all of the continents, except on Antarctica. Nearly half of the rice grown on Earth comes from China and India. In the United States, the state of Arkansas is the largest producer of rice.
Compare and Contrast
Description
Sequence
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
What text structure might these books be written in?
Sequence
Compare and Contrast
Description
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
There are two popular sports played, basketball and volleyball. Both take place inside of the gym. Also, each sport has two teams of people. In basketball, however, the ball can be played off of the floor, and in volleyball, the ball cannot touch the floor or it is out of play. Basketball and volleyball are popular sports.
What text structure is this?
Description
Cause and Effect
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
In order to make a good pizza, you have to follow directions. First, you make the dough and roll it out, followed by forming it into a circle. Next add your favorite pizza sauce. The third step is to add lots of gooey cheese followed by your favorite topping. Afterwards, bake it till the bottom is crispy. Finally, dig in and enjoy!
What text structure is this?
Cause and Effect
Problem and Solution
Description
Sequence
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure tells what happened and explains why it happened?
Compare and Contrast
Cause and Effect
Main Idea and Details
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure tells about events in time order?
Main Idea and Details
Cause and Effect
Compare and Contrast
Chronological Order
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure tells about something and gives specific examples and supports?
Compare and Contrast
Main Idea and Details
Problem and Solution
Sequence and Order
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure explains an issue and gives us ways to fix it?
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Cause and Effect
Chronological
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure tells how things are alike and different?
Cause and Effect
Chronological
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure might use these signal words? FIRST, AFTER, THE NEXT WEEK, LATER
Problem and Solution
Descriptive
Chronological
Cause and Effect
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure might use these signal words? ISSUE, SOLVE, THEREFORE, AS A RESULT
Main Idea and Details
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Chronological
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure might use these signal words? BOTH, UNLIKE, SIMILAR, DIFFERENT
Compare and Contrast
Chronological
Problem and Solution
Cause and Effect
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure might use these signal words? FOR EXAMPLE, INCLUDING, ANOTHER
Problem and Solution
Cause and Effect
Chronological
Description
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Multiple Choice
Which text structure might use these signal words? BECAUSE, DUE TO, SINCE, SO, IF...THEN
Cause and Effect
Chronological
Compare and Contrast
Description
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about the effects a large factory is having on the nature around the factory.
Cause and Effect
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Description
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about how Hurricane Katrina changed life in New Orleans after it destroyed most of the city.
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
Cause and Effect
Description
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about the features of squirrels, such as their behavior, appearance, and habits.
cause and effect
sequence
description
problem and solution
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and describing the events that happened in the city at the time.
compare and contrast
description
problem and solution
question and answer
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about the steps a beaver takes while building a dam in a river.
Problem and solution
Sequence
Compare and Contrast
Question and Answer
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about the steps a scientist takes to use a microscope correctly.
Sequence
Description
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about pollution in the ocean and ways you can help to prevent it from happening.
Problem and Solution
Cause and Effect
Description
Reading Nonfiction Text
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Multiple Choice
I am writing about how many children do not have access to internet at home, and ways that buisnesses can help to solve this problem.
Question and Answer
Problem and Solution
Description
Compare and Contrast
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Multiple Choice
What is the text structure?
There are many types of rice. In India, basmati rice is grown. It smells like popcorn, and many people think it tastes better than regular rice. In Thailand, jasmine rice is grown. It has a wonderful smell and taste. Many people say it is the best rice in the world. Wild rice has longer, dark grains. It was grown by Native Americans.
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Description
Sequence
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Multiple Choice
Harvesting rice happens in three steps. First the rice is taken from the stalk by threshing. Threshing is the process where the rice grain is removed from the plant stalk, which can be done by hand or with a machine. Second, the rice grains need to be dried. Finally the rice is taken to a mill. In the mill, the rice is hulled. This means that the outer layer of the grain is removed, and the small white rice is left.
Sequence
Compare and Contrast
Description
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
What text structure?
Rice is one of the most important foods grown on Earth. It is a cereal grain like wheat or corn. Rice is a food eaten by two-thirds of the world’s people and can be grown on all of the continents, except on Antarctica. Nearly half of the rice grown on Earth comes from China and India. In the United States, the state of Arkansas is the largest producer of rice.
Compare and Contrast
Description
Sequence
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
What text structure might these books be written in?
Sequence
Compare and Contrast
Description
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
There are two popular sports played, basketball and volleyball. Both take place inside of the gym. Also, each sport has two teams of people. In basketball, however, the ball can be played off of the floor, and in volleyball, the ball cannot touch the floor or it is out of play. Basketball and volleyball are popular sports.
What text structure is this?
Description
Cause and Effect
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
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Multiple Choice
In order to make a good pizza, you have to follow directions. First, you make the dough and roll it out, followed by forming it into a circle. Next add your favorite pizza sauce. The third step is to add lots of gooey cheese followed by your favorite topping. Afterwards, bake it till the bottom is crispy. Finally, dig in and enjoy!
What text structure is this?
Cause and Effect
Problem and Solution
Description
Sequence
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Multiple Choice
What is the problem?
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Multiple Choice
What is the solution?
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Multiple Choice
Does this paragraph contain a problem/solution text feature or a cause and effect text feature?
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Multiple Choice
Does this paragraph contain a problem/solution text feature or a cause and effect text feature?
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Multiple Choice
What is the cause in this paragraph?
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Multiple Choice
Does this paragraph contain a problem/solution text feature or a cause and effect text feature?
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Multiple Choice
Does this paragraph contain a problem/solution text feature or a cause and effect text feature?
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I don't understand what we are doing.
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Multiple Choice
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Text Structure in Nonfiction Texts
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Daily Objectives
I can identify the text structure of a nonfiction text
I can analyze how the author connects ideas throughout the text
I can analyze how the text structure supports the central idea
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What is text structure?
Architects and builders can use different kinds of blueprints to create different structures. A skyscraper, a house, and a hospital each require a different blueprint to build. A text structure is like a blueprint for building a text.
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What is text structure?
Text structure is how the author organizes the information in the text. An author of a speech might present causes and then their effects. An author of a history book might retell important events in chronological order. Each structure communicates ideas in a different way.
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Poll
Which of the following text structures have you learned about in your previous English classes?
Compare and contrast
Chronological order
Cause and effect
Description
Problem and solution
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Open Ended
If you had the opportunity to invent a new flavor of ice cream, which new flavor would you create?
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Chronological order
Texts written in chronological order are organized according to the sequence of time. This is also called time order or sequential order. You will see transition words like first, next, later, then, before, after and finally.
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Read the text and notice the transition words.
No one knows the true origin of ice-cream, but the first published ice-cream recipe appears in “Mrs. Mary Eales’ Receipts,” a cookbook that was printed in London in 1718. Next, sometime around 1832, an African American confectioner named Augustus Jackson created multiple ice cream recipes and invented a superior technique to manufacture ice cream. Then, ice cream soda was invented around 1874. But, the real breakthrough may have been at the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis, Missouri, when the American ice-cream cone was finally unveiled!
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Open Ended
Which transition words indicate that this text is written in chronological order?
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Read the text and connect the structure to the author's purpose.
The more trash we reuse, the less there is to get rid of. This saves money and energy as well as conserving natural resources. Recycling is not a new idea. In the 1920s and '30s it was a basic way of life in North America, especially in rural communities, where waste reuse and composting were commonplace. Later, in World War II, recycling became a patriotic duty for all citizens, and industry recycled 25 percent of the solid waste stream. Since then, affluence, cheaper consumer products (especially plastics), and the appeal of "convenience" have worked against recycling. However, with an ever-mounting garbage crisis, more and more people are seeing the need to preserve natural resources and conserve energy.
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Open Ended
How does the chronological structure of the paragraph support the author's purpose of persuading the audience to reuse trash and conserve energy?
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Compare and contrast
Texts written using compare and contrast are organized to show how ideas are similar to or different from each other. You will see transition words like both, but, however, although, while, likewise, similarly, as opposed to, and on the other hand.
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Read the text and notice the transition words.
Ice-cream is a delicious frozen treat that comes in many different colors and flavors. Two of my favorite flavors are strawberry and chocolate. Although both of these flavors are delicious, strawberry may contain small pieces of fruit while chocolate usually will not. Even though more chocolate ice-cream is sold across the country annually than strawberry ice-cream, both flavors taste great inside of a milkshake.
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Open Ended
Which transition words indicate that this text is written using compare and contrast?
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How does the author introduce the debate concerning daylight saving time?
Every year on the second Sunday in March, people across America set their clocks an hour ahead and commence daylight saving time (DST). This period from March to October is designed to maximize sunlight when people are awake.
And every year, critics and cranks emerge to argue that we'd be better off without it. In opinion pieces, these detractors overlook the into-the-night baseball games, neighborhood strolls, and barbecues that daylight saving time allows for. The people who call for us to scrap DST are too wrapped up in a temporary loss of sleep but ignore months of sunshiny afternoons and evenings.
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Multiple Choice
How does the author introduce the debate concerning daylight saving time?
by detailing a chronological history of daylight saving time
by providing facts that support the existence of daylight saving time
by describing how daylight saving time has changed
by discussing the benefits that critics of daylight saving time fail to see
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How do paragraphs 3-5 contribute to the development of ideas in the text?
Of course, if the DST debate were about facts, then its disparagers might have a point. They have some facts on their side:
While DST was originally instituted as a way to save energy-- the thinking was that people would rely more on natural light and less on light bulbs-- a study from the University of California-Santa Barbara found that it has the opposite effect. Professor Matthew Kotchen analyzed 7 million utility bills in Indiana after the entire state adopted DST in 2006 and estimated that DST actually increased electricity consumption between 1 and 4%. (He proposed that people were running their air conditions more.)
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How do paragraphs 3-5 contribute to the development of ideas in the text?
One expert even found that DST lowers work productivity and affects the economy. Their study showed that it causes people to stay out later. Though they enjoy the extra sunshine it affords, they end up losing sleep and are less productive at work the next day.
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Multiple Choice
How do paragraphs 3-5 contribute to the development of ideas in the text?
They list the facts used to argue in favor of daylight saving time.
They draw attention to how weak the facts against daylight saving time are.
They acknowledge facts that critics use to find fault with daylight saving time.
They mention personal negative experiences with daylight saving time.
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How do paragraphs 8-9 contribute to the development of ideas in the text?
Furthermore, when clocks aren't shifted forward, resulting in more nighttime darkness, there's been an observed increase in robberies. In one study, robberies were found to fall by 7% once DST begins. And in 2007, when Congress extended DST by four weeks-- three in the spring and one in the fall-- the same researchers found that the shift saved $59 million per year in social costs because of all the robberies that were avoided.
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How do paragraphs 8-9 contribute to the development of ideas in the text?
Meanwhile, as clocks fall back at the start of standard time every November, so does consumer spending. In 2016, the JPMorgan Chase & Company Institute found that spending dropped by 3.5% in Los Angeles during the 30 days after clocks rolled back an hour in the fall. With less sunlight after work, people also spent less money.
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Multiple Choice
How do paragraphs 8-9 contribute to the development of ideas in the text?
They explain why most states take part in daylight saving time.
They acknowledge valid arguments against daylight saving time.
They provide facts and statistics that support the existence of daylight saving time.
The share positive personal experiences made possible by daylight saving time.
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Which of the following statements best identifies the central idea of the text?
An hour of sleep lost in March is simply another hour gained in November. In the end, we can quibble over facts, figures, and statistics stacked on both sides, or we can fully appreciate life and daylight. Each state has a choice in the matter of adopting DST; an overwhelming 96% decided they were better off with DST. There's a fact that no one can deny.
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Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements best identifies the central idea of the text?
Critics of daylight saving time cannot support their views with evidence.
Daylight saving time hurts people by preventing better sleep.
The benefits of daylight saving time are greater than its costs.
The many risks of daylight saving time outweigh the few benefits.
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Multiple Choice
Define ALLITERATION
A figure of speech that makes a reference to people, places, events, or literary works directly or by implying them. It is up to the audience to make the connection.
The literal meaning of a word or phrase (the dictionary definition)
The implied or suggested meaning of a word or phrase
A form of language peculiar to a specific region.
The use of the same beginning consonant sound in a line or verse
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Multiple Choice
Define DENOTATION
A figure of speech that makes a reference to people, places, events, or literary works directly or by implying them. It is up to the audience to make the connection.
The literal meaning of a word or phrase (the dictionary definition)
The implied or suggested meaning of a word or phrase
A form of language peculiar to a specific region.
The use of the same beginning consonant sound in a line or verse
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Multiple Choice
Define ALLUSION
A figure of speech that makes a reference to people, places, events, or literary works directly or by implying them. It is up to the audience to make the connection.
The literal meaning of a word or phrase (the dictionary definition)
The implied or suggested meaning of a word or phrase
A form of language peculiar to a specific region.
The use of the same beginning consonant sound in a line or verse
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Multiple Choice
Define CONNOTATION
A figure of speech that makes a reference to people, places, events, or literary works directly or by implying them. It is up to the audience to make the connection.
The literal meaning of a word or phrase (the dictionary definition)
The implied or suggested meaning of a word or phrase
A form of language peculiar to a specific region.
The use of the same beginning consonant sound in a line or verse
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Multiple Choice
Define DIALECT
A figure of speech that makes a reference to people, places, events, or literary works directly or by implying them. It is up to the audience to make the connection.
The literal meaning of a word or phrase (the dictionary definition)
The implied or suggested meaning of a word or phrase
A form of language peculiar to a specific region.
The use of the same beginning consonant sound in a line or verse
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Multiple Choice
We bought _____ souvenirs at the amusement park.
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Multiple Choice
Mike _______ us to go to the funny house.
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Multiple Choice
rhetoric
a truth to live by
persuasive speaking
the wording of a story
the author's attitude
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Multiple Choice
What is the theme of the story?
A one-word summary of the text
The underlying message or big idea of a story
The twist ending of a story
The events that happen in a story
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Multiple Choice
What is diction?
The definition of words
The use of images to convey ideas
The way an author structures a text
The choice of words in a text
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Multiple Choice
What is tone?
The attitude of the writer
How the reader feels reading the text
The use of imagery to create a feeling
A summary of the plot events
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Multiple Choice
What is an objective summary?
The main lesson an author is trying to teach
The most important events that occur in a story
An account of the events through the eyes of a character
The details in a text that help predict future outcomes
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Multiple Choice
What is an inference?
Clues the author gives about what will happen next
A detailed account of the events of the story
Assumptions that can be made based on details in the text
The feeling an author gives throughout the story
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Multiple Choice
Logical information that supports the author's reasoning is called
author's purpose
evidence
counterargument
claim/premise
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Multiple Choice
This literary device evokes certain feelings or vibes in readers through words and descriptions. Usually, referred to as the atmosphere of a literary piece, as it creates an emotional situation for readers.
irony
mood
symbolism
tone
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Multiple Choice
Language and description that appeals to our five senses
imagery
irony
symbolism
tone
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Multiple Choice
The writer's aim or goal for writing is his or her _____.
purpose
tone
voice
mood
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A claim is...
An argument that does not need evidence
An argument that needs to be supported by evidence
The counterargument
An argument the proves the other side wrong.
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Conflict is...
The harmony between two things.
The struggle between two opposing forces.
A word expressing action.
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Logos
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of trust; these techniques show that the writer is trustworthy and/or knowledgeable
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s emotions; achieved by presenting information in such a way as to create an emotional response of any kind (pity, anger, excitement, outrage, etc.)
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of logic and need for logical information, generally achieved by presenting factual evidence that can be verified
The focus statement of an argument or text; presents the major topic or subject of the text and the speaker’s opinion or perspective on that subject (Topic + Opinion)
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Evidence
Evidence based on scientific measures, observation, and research; generally includes numbers and statistics
A personal view, attitude, or belief
The things or things helpful in forming in a conclusion or in proving a judgement. These are generally facts and anecdotes (personal stories)
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of logic and need for logical information, generally achieved by presenting factual evidence that can be verified
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Ethos
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of logic and need for logical information, generally achieved by presenting factual evidence that can be verified
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of trust; these techniques show that the writer is trustworthy and/or knowledgeable
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s emotions; achieved by presenting information in such a way as to create an emotional response of any kind (pity, anger, excitement, outrage, etc.)
Evidence based on facts and clear, rational thinking
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Argument
The things or things helpful in forming in a conclusion or in proving a judgement. These are generally facts and anecdotes (personal stories)
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of logic and need for logical information, generally achieved by presenting factual evidence that can be verified
a position or perspective that is supported by evidence
A brief statement that sums up or encapsulates the major ideas of a text
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Claim/Thesis
The focus statement of an argument or text; presents the major topic or subject of the text and the speaker’s opinion or perspective on that subject (Topic + Opinion)
A personal view, attitude, or belief
The writer's attitude toward the subject matter
Evidence based on personal experiences and stories; may be the stories of the writer or of others
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Persuasive Appeals
Evidence based on scientific measures, observation, and research; generally includes numbers and statistics
How the author feels about the subject
The process of drawing inferences and conclusions from evidence; the explanation for how the evidence leads to an inference or conclusion
The techniques a writer or speaker uses to persuade his or her audience
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Pathos
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s emotions; achieved by presenting information in such a way as to create an emotional response of any kind (pity, anger, excitement, outrage, etc.)
The process of drawing inferences and conclusions from evidence; the explanation for how the evidence leads to an inference or conclusion
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of logic and need for logical information, generally achieved by presenting factual evidence that can be verified
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of trust; these techniques show that the writer is trustworthy and/or knowledgeable
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Empirical Evidence
Evidence based on personal experiences and stories; may be the stories of the writer or of others
Evidence based on facts and clear, rational thinking
Evidence based on scientific measures, observation, and research; generally includes numbers and statistics
The things or things helpful in forming in a conclusion or in proving a judgement. These are generally facts and anecdotes (personal stories)
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Opinion
A personal view, attitude, or belief
Evidence based on personal experiences and stories; may be the stories of the writer or of others
A brief statement that sums up or encapsulates the major ideas of a text
The techniques a writer or speaker uses to persuade his or her audience
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Logical Evidence
Evidence based on facts and clear, rational thinking
Evidence based on personal experiences and stories; may be the stories of the writer or of others
Evidence based on scientific measures, observation, and research; generally includes numbers and statistics
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of logic and need for logical information, generally achieved by presenting factual evidence that can be verified
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Anecdotal Evidence
Evidence based on scientific measures, observation, and research; generally includes numbers and statistics
Evidence based on facts and clear, rational thinking
Evidence based on personal experiences and stories; may be the stories of the writer or of others
The process of drawing inferences and conclusions from evidence; the explanation for how the evidence leads to an inference or conclusion
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Tone
A statement that can be proves
The writer's attitude toward the subject matter
Evidence based on facts and clear, rational thinking
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of trust; these techniques show that the writer is trustworthy and/or knowledgeable
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Author’s Perspective
The writer's attitude toward the subject matter
a position or perspective that is supported by evidence
How the author feels about the subject
A brief statement that sums up or encapsulates the major ideas of a text
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Central Idea
Evidence based on facts and clear, rational thinking
A persuasive technique that appeals to an audience’s sense of trust; these techniques show that the writer is trustworthy and/or knowledgeable
A brief statement that sums up or encapsulates the major ideas of a text
A personal view, attitude, or belief
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Fact
How the author feels about the subject
A statement that can be proves
The writer's attitude toward the subject matter
A personal view, attitude, or belief
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Reasoning
The things or things helpful in forming in a conclusion or in proving a judgement. These are generally facts and anecdotes (personal stories)
The techniques a writer or speaker uses to persuade his or her audience
The focus statement of an argument or text; presents the major topic or subject of the text and the speaker’s opinion or perspective on that subject (Topic + Opinion)
The process of drawing inferences and conclusions from evidence; the explanation for how the evidence leads to an inference or conclusion
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Multiple Choice
What type of sentence is this?
while I was looking up at the sky, I saw it filled with hot air balloons.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
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Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an AWUBIS? Hint: it is also a FANBOYS
So
And
But
Or
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Which of the following are FANBOYS
Hint: its also an AWUBBISS
Although
Unless
So
Because
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Fill in the Blank
Fill in the blank (compound):
I like to play video games,___ I like to sleep in.
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Fill in the Blank
Fill in the blank (this is a complex sentence):
______ I was looking up at the sun, I messed up my eye sight.
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Multiple Choice
What is a subject in a sentence?
the action of the sentence
the object of the sentence
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Fill in the Blank
Fill in the blank (this is a compound):
Sarah and Claire traveled the world together, _____ they found good friends that helped them around their travels.
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Fill in the Blank
Fill in the blank (compound):
I went downstairs to look for her, _____ she was not in her downstairs office.
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Multiple Choice
What is the predicate in a sentence?
the object of the sentence
the action of the sentence
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Multiple Choice
What type of sentence is this?
Since I will be gone this week, you will need to take care of the store while I am out.
Simple
Compound
Complex
Compound-complex
152
Multiple Choice
What type of sentence is this:
When I was your age, I could reach down to touch my toes, but now I can reach only to my ankles.
Simple
Compound
Complex
Compound-Complex
153
Multiple Choice
What type of sentence is this:
I ran into a pole last November and hit my head.
Simple
Compound
Complex
Compound-Complex
154
Multiple Choice
What type of sentence is this:
The cat scratched me when I leaned over to try to pet it.
Simple
Compound
Complex
Compound-Complex
155
Fill in the Blank
Fill in the blank (compound):
I either save my money now for something later, _____ I buy something now to satisfy my self gratification.
156
Fill in the Blank
Fill in the blank (complex):
The botanist decided to quit her long running job ______ the company she worked for went into bankruptcy.
157
Multiple Choice
What is an independent clause?
is a subject, predicate and complete thought
is a subject, predicate but no complete thought
is an AWUBBISS
is a FANBOYS
158
Fill in the Blank
Fill in the blank (complex):
_______ the teacher yells, the kids get quiet.
159
Multiple Choice
What is a dependent clause?
it is a subject, predicate, and complete thought
it is an incomplete thought that starts with an AWUBBISS
is is an incomplete thought that starts with a FANBOYS
160
Multiple Choice
What type of sentence is this?
My iPad is better and faster.
Simple
Compound
Complex
Compound-Complex
161
Fill in the Blank
Fill in the blank (complex):
We all need to eat and rest ______ there is a way for us to become robots with no need to eat or sleep until we run out of battery.
162
Multiple Choice
What is the acronym to use to remember the questions for the Revising portion of the test?
CUPS
ARMS
HOLA
YOLO
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Multiple Choice
It's reasons for being there are to balance the beam and prevent disaster.
What change, if any, needs to be made in the sentence?
change it's to its
change are to is
change balance to balence
no change needs to be made in this sentence
164
Multiple Choice
A college football player might not notice the first few tackles in a game, but an NFL player can spot it right away! What change needs to be made in the sentence?
change college football player to College Football Player
delete the comma after game
delete but
change it to them
165
Multiple Choice
When writing a persuasive essay, it's important to include a counterargument/refutation because...
a counterargument agrees with your opinion
a counterargument helps you fill up the page
acknowledging the other side helps prove the writer's credibility
a counteragrument and refutation look good
166
Multiple Choice
This is where the students go to study and where students who are working on projects gotten a chance to collaborate.
What change needs to be made in the sentence?
insert a comma after study
change and where to it's also where
change gotten to get
change collaborate to colloborate
167
Multiple Choice
Which word best enhances the clarity of the sentence below?
Sheryl thought it was a bad idea to create a new logo for the stubborn client.
replace thought with believed
replace bad with risky
replace client with customer
make no change
168
Multiple Choice
For the short constructed response, what is the acronym you need to remember to compose your answer.
ARE
CALM
APE
YOLO
169
Fill in the Blank
It is important to have both ____ and ____ in your short constructed response.
170
Multiple Choice
When writing a persuasive essay, it's important to include a counterargument/refutation because...
a counterargument agrees with your opinion
a counterargument helps you fill up the page
acknowledging the other side helps prove the writer's credibility
a counteragrument and refutation look good
171
Multiple Choice
Which word best enhances the clarity of the sentence below?
Sheryl thought it was a bad idea to create a new logo for the stubborn client.
replace thought with believed
replace bad with risky
replace client with customer
make no change
172
Multiple Choice
What change needs to be made in the sentence?
173
Multiple Choice
College grant programs can now help students pursue an education and improve their lifes.
What change, if any, needs to be made in the sentence?
insert a comma after students
change students to students'
change lifes to lives
no change needs to be made in this sentence
174
Multiple Choice
After I had experienced Six Flags, I realized that there's alot more to do than just riding roller coasters.
What change needs to be made in the sentence?
delete the comma after Six Flags
change alot to a lot
change there's to theirs
change than to then
175
Multiple Choice
I admit that I had enjoyed going to middle school the last 3 years until now.
What changed should be made in the sentence?
change admit to admitt
change that to it
change had enjoyed to have enjoyed
insert a comma after school
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Multiple Choice
It's reasons for being there are to balance the beam and prevent disaster.
What change, if any, needs to be made in the sentence?
change it's to its
change are to is
change balance to balence
no change needs to be made in this sentence
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Multiple Select
Click ALL that apply.
What are the three most common ways to COMBINE sentences on the English I EOC?
Put the sentences together in WHICH EVER way.
Combine them using a COMMA and a FANBOYS.
Combine them using a SEMICOLON.
Combine them using an INTERRUPTION.
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Multiple Choice
What is the best way to combine sentences 15-16?
(15) And while I believe that what someone eats is a matter of personal choice and not something that society should control. (16) People need information if they are going to make wise decisions.
And while I believe that what someone eats is a matter of personal choice, it is not something that society should control. Because people need information if they are going to make wise decisions.
And I believe that what someone eats is a matter of personal choice, it is not something that society should control, people need information if they are going to make wise decisions.
And while I believe that what someone eats is a matter of personal choice and not something that society should control, people need information if they are going to make wise decisions.
Sentences 15 and 16 are written correctly.
179
Multiple Choice
What is the correct way to write sentence 18?
In fact, one New York City study found that 27 percent of fast-food customers. They used information about calorie counts to make their choices.
In fact, one New York City study found that 27 percent of fast-food customers using information about calorie counts to make their choices.
In fact, one New York City study found something. That 27 percent of fast-food customers used information about calorie counts to make their choices.
In fact, one New York City study found that 27 percent of fast-food customers used information about calorie counts to make their choices.
180
Multiple Choice
What is the most effective revision to make in sentence 24?
Although few moles actually develop into melanoma, by carefully examining cells from the suspicious mole, only an expert can determine under a microscope whether a person is at risk.
Although few moles actually develop into melanoma, only an expert can determine whether a person is at risk and is carefully examining cells from the suspicious mole under a microscope.
Although few moles actually develop into melanoma, only an expert can determine whether a person is at risk by carefully examining cells from the suspicious mole under a microscope.
Although few moles actually develop into melanoma, only an expert under a microscope can determine whether a person is at risk by carefully examining cells from the suspicious mole.
181
Multiple Choice
182
Multiple Choice
183
Multiple Choice
First-person pov is...?
The narrator takes part in the story by participating in the action.
The narrator does not participate and sees the thoughts of only one character.
The narrator does not participate and sees the thoughts of multiple characters.
All of the above
184
Multiple Choice
Select the word to match the description:
The character (or thing) that opposes the main character.
protagonist
antagonist
narrator
exposition
characterization
185
Multiple Choice
What is situational irony?
When the audience knows something important that a character does not know.
When the actual results of an action differ from the expected results, and are often the complete opposite.
When a person or character says one thing but means something else.
186
Multiple Choice
Rhetoric that uses credibility of the speaker (Is the speaker/writer trustworthy & reliable?)
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
187
Multiple Choice
If someone wrote a personal story for a magazine about their funny, wild, adventures in Brazil, what is most likely the author’s main purpose?
persuade
describe
entertain
express
188
Multiple Choice
Ever since I hit your car in the parking lot last week, I've felt really bad. I know that my accident inconvenienced you and ruined your plans for a vacation. I hope that you can forgive me. From now on, I promise to be more careful when driving through a busy parking lot. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you or your family.
What is the tone of the letter?
affectionate
irreverent
irreverent
apologetic
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Multiple Choice
Me
I'm captain of the soccer team
And scored the winning goal.
I'm strong and smart and good at math
And I'm on the honor roll.
I have perfect, chiseled cheekbones,
And I dress the latest fads.
You can see my flawless, handsome face
On several TV ads.
This year, I won the talent show
And was homecoming king
And got the lead in the school play
And won lots of other things.
The girls think I'm the coolest guy.
My rank is understood.
Do you wonder why I always win?
It's cuz I'm just that good.
What is the tone of the poem?
arrogant
dejected
ashamed
respectful
190
Multiple Choice
The Chicago Cubs are a baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois. The team has a longer history than most other professional teams—including basketball, football, and hockey. What most sets them apart from other professional sports franchises, however, is that the Chicago Cubs have had the longest championship drought of any franchise in all professional sports. In fact, the last time the Chicago Cubs won a World Series was in 1908. They are often referred to as The Cubbies or as The Lovable Losers by their significant national fan following.
What is the purpose to the encyclopedia article above?
A. to persuade the reader that the Cubs are due for a championship
B. to entertain the reader with a story about a win less baseball team
B. to entertain the reader with a story about a win less baseball team
B. to entertain the reader with a story about a win less baseball team
191
Multiple Choice
A Boy with Dreams
by A. Gautam
Willy waited every night to wake up and turn into Batman.
He had the jaw that looked intimidating in a cowl,
and the perfect chin with a hint of toughness—
full lips—an embodiment of strength.
But he had the eyes of a poet—searching meaning,
and looking beyond what is seen.
When he looked at the city from his balcony,
he was learning to swim in the world—
growing up to be a man was tougher than it seemed.
He was a boy with dreams.
He wanted wings.
Which statement best describes the purpose of this passage?
A. It's a persuasive selection on how to sleep and dream.
B. It's an entertaining piece about a young boy's dreams.
C. It's an instructive work on how to live and dream big.
D. It's an informative article about a confused dreamer.
192
Multiple Choice
No travel destination can beat China for its fascinating history, from the mysterious dynasties of ancient times to the economic powerhouse it is today. Take a tour with Paradise Travel, and you'll be treated to a feast for the senses in the spectacular cities of Beijing, Shanghai, and others as you cruise the Yangtze River! Come experience for yourself China's fast-paced cities, eye-popping scenery, and polite and friendly people. Book now for supersaver tours that will fit any budget.
What is the author's purpose in writing this passage?
A. to convince readers to book a tour with Paradise Travel
B. to inform the audience about the history of China
C. to entertain readers with travel stories from far-off lands
D. to instruct readers in what sights they should see in China
193
Multiple Choice
If you don't curtail your spending, you'll be broke in no time at all! Which word is a synonym of "curtail"?
A. reduce
B. follow
C. behind
D. buy
194
Multiple Choice
Direct characterization
The author tells you explicitly when a character is like
A character who undergoes a deep change from within the story
a character who remains the same throughout the story
adjectives that describe a character on the inside
195
Multiple Choice
What is the Climax
The most exciting or intense part of the story for the protagonist a turning point in the story
The author interrupts the plot to re-create an event of earlier time
A comparison that uses the words like or as
A folktale that explains something about the world such as frightening or mysterious natural forces
196
Multiple Select
This man ____ here a few years ago.
will work
works
is working
worked
197
Multiple Choice
Mother _____ to the grocer twice a day.
is going
goes
went
198
Multiple Choice
I _____ that boy is wonderful
think
am thinking
thinks
thought
199
Multiple Choice
Sarai can't believe whose coming to dinner tonight.
change whose to who's
change tonight to tonite
change dinner to diner
make no change
200
Multiple Choice
Didn't Danny remind Josue and I about our upcoming STAAR test next week?
make no change
change Josue and I to Josue and me
change upcoming to up-coming
change Didn't to Doesn't
201
Multiple Choice
Which sentence uses the correct pronoun?
Honestly, Jason is always earlier to class than I.
Lacey says her little brother is as tall as her.
Just between you and I, the homework is hard.
I am closer to finishing the book than him.
202
Multiple Choice
Which sentence shows correct comma usage?
The group, although excited, to be traveling stood quietly in line.
Jess one of my cousins from Seattle, is coming to visit today.
Marcus, one of the new students, tries hard to impress the team.
Their boots which had gotten wet, were by the door.
203
Multiple Choice
Which sentence uses its or it’s correctly?
The bullfrog let out it’s loud croak.
Did the forecast say it’s supposed to rain?
How do you know its a good presentation?
Be careful when its foggy outside.
204
Multiple Choice
"No, I won't eat no lima beans," stated Ray, "but I will eat cake."
capitalize the word but
delete the comma after No
delete the quotations before but
change no to any
205
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT an example of a transitional word or phrase?
As an example
Likewise
He said
On the other hand
206
Multiple Choice
The main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work is its...
theme
author's purpose
personification
tone
207
Multiple Choice
The English I/II STAAR test includes. . .
Reading
Revising, Editing, Writing, & Reading
Revising & Editing
Read 180 & Independent Reading
208
Multiple Choice
What is the difference between fiction and nonfiction?
Fiction is a made up story.
Nonfiction is a made up story.
Fiction and nonfiction are both made up.
Fictiona nd nonfiction both have real facts about a topic.
209
Multiple Choice
What are paired passages?
Passages that are written together.
Passages that have no questions.
Passages with different topics and characters with two sets of questions.
Passages that have something in common with three sets of questions.
210
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an example of nonfiction?
autobiography
science fiction
realistic fiction
fantasy
211
Fill in the Blank
The English I STAAR/EOC is
212
Multiple Choice
In what order should you work on paired passages?
Read both passages and answer the the 3rd set of questions before answering the 1st or 2nd set of questions.
Read passage 1, read passage 2, answer 1st, 2nd, and 3rd set of questions.
Answer in the order that you chose on test day.
Read passage 1 and answer the questions, read passage 2 and answer the questions, answer 3rd set of questions
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Multiple Choice
Should I use a dictionary on the English I/II STAAR/EOC test?
yes
no
214
Multiple Choice
It is important to read the questions before I read the passage.
true
false
215
Multiple Choice
The English II STAAR/EOC is _____.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
216
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is not part of the plot in fiction stories?
caption
problem
characters
setting
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Multiple Choice
Theme is _____.
the message in the story
the solution to the problem
another word for tone
the ending in a story
218
Multiple Choice
Imagery has to do with _____.
the way the author feels
the five senses
the pictures that illustrate the story
the way the problem is solved
219
Multiple Choice
Conflict is the same or similar to _____.
the setting
the resolution
the conclusion
the problem
220
Multiple Choice
When reading poetry,
stop at the end of each line not at periods.
stop at every fifth line.
read through the end of the lines and only pause at commas and stop at periods.
read through the end of the lines and only stop at the last line.
221
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a metaphor?
The sun is as hot as a giant heater.
The sun is like a giant heater on my skin.
The sun and the heater beat down on my skin.
The sun is a giant heater on my skin.
222
Multiple Choice
What is the difference between fact and opinion?
An opinion can be proven but a fact cannot.
A fact can be proven but an opinion cannot.
A fact and an opinion can both be proven.
Neither a fact nor an opinion can be proven.
223
Multiple Choice
Compare = _____
Contrast = _____
similar, differences
differences, similar
224
Multiple Choice
It is important to read everything on the pages provided.
false
true
225
Multiple Choice
The first sentence of your persuasive essay should be your THESIS.
TRUE
FALSE
226
Multiple Choice
The best way to pre-write (brainstorm) for your persuasive essay is to fill out a VENN DIAGRAM.
TRUE
FALSE
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Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an EFFECTIVE thesis?
English is the best class because I really like it.
English is the best subject because it is the most fun class and students learn more in that class than any other.
English is the best class because Mr. Garcia and Ms. Smith teach it.
I think English is the best class since that is the class which I get to see most of my friends.
228
Multiple Choice
How many BODY paragraphs should you have in your STAAR persuasive essay?
1
2
3
4
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Multiple Choice
How many paragraphs MINIMUM should you have in your whole STAAR persuasive essay?
1
2
3
4
230
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is the BEST form of persuasion?
ethos
logos
pathos
logos and pathos
none of the above - all are equally persuasive
231
Multiple Choice
How many times should you read the STAAR prompt?
none -- wing it
as many times as needed
once
four times
232
Multiple Choice
How is the STAAR writing prompt presented to you on the paper?
READ - WRITE - THINK
THINK - READ - WRITE
WRITE - THINK - READ
READ - THINK - WRITE
233
Multiple Choice
Writers are most convincing when they do not consider any alternative points of view.
TRUE
FALSE
234
Multiple Choice
Which of the following transitions is best for conceding a counterargument?
While
Also
Because
If
235
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is not a HOOK for an introduction paragraph?
Public education is no longer a priority in this country.
As it stands, only 2% of tax dollars go to schools.
Clearly, we need to find a way to increase the education budget to benefit both schools and students.
Why is it our best schools in town have the worst technological advancements?
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Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT an element for a body paragraph?
Topic Sentence
Transitions
Supporting Details
None of the above
237
Multiple Choice
Which of the following would be an effective topic sentence for a body paragraph?
I'm going to now write about how pollution is negatively affecting our world.
Pollution's negative affects on the world.
Pollution is negatively affecting our world.
Because pollution is negatively affecting our world.
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Multiple Choice
The first body paragraph in a persuasive essay should be about which REASON listed in the thesis?
1
2
either one, doesn't matter
neither
239
Multiple Choice
Label this topic sentence: A fear that seems illogical.
Effective
Announcement
Too Specific
Too General
Not a complete thought
240
Multiple Choice
Label this topic sentence: Learning Japanese can be challenging.
Effective
Announcement
Too Specific
Too General
Not a complete thought
241
Multiple Choice
For conclusion paragraphs in persuasive essays, emotional appeals (pathos) is best.
TRUE
FALSE
242
Multiple Choice
Which of the following should not be in your conclusion paragraph?
In conclusion,
Restate Thesis in other words
Call to Action
Predictions
Universal Truth
243
Multiple Choice
What's the best way to start writing a Universal Truth in your conclusion paragraph?
All of us...
If ... , then ....
The answer it...
This must change.
244
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is REQUIRED (not optional) for your conclusion paragraph?
Restate Thesis in other words
Call to Action
Predictions
Solution
Universal Truth
245
Multiple Select
What are the most likely reasons the author includes paragraph 6?
Select TWO correct answers.
To acknowledge the importance and the role technology has in our lives
To reveal that people in the past foresaw that technology would cause major problems
To explain that England has an impressive history of technological innovation
To reassure the reader that the author is not advising people to
stop using technology completely
To suggest that we should change our approaches to developing medicines and ensuring food safety
246
Fill in the Blank
Read these sentences from paragraph 8.
Record your answer in the space provided.
The word (1) provides the best clue to the meaning of the word intrusive as it is used in paragraph 8.
247
Multiple Select
Read this quotation from paragraph 9.
Which of the following statements represent ideas emphasized in
the emotional appeal in this quotation?
Select TWO correct answers.
People should not attempt to
reduce the number of daily
decisions they have to make.
Certain ways of using technology can have regrettable outcomes.
It is too difficult to rest properly if a person owns a large number of networked devices.
People should remember to focus
on what is essential and rewarding
in life.
Manual projects are a better use
of one’s time than tasks that rely on technology.
248
Multiple Choice
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A.
Which of these best states the author’s main claim about technology?
We need to continue to innovate our technology so that we can eventually reduce the harms it causes.
Technology is the primary source of all the problems in our
world today.
We should make thoughtful choices about technology and avoid
being overly dependent on it.
Over time, technological devices become more advanced, while
society struggles to improve.
249
Multiple Choice
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
PART B.
Which sentence from the selection best supports the answer to Part A?
For many, keeping up with the most current methods of learning, working, and entertaining themselves is a must. (paragraph 1)
One concern is that light from computer and phone screens can eventually cause teary, overworked eyes. (paragraph 2)
In the era of location-tracking software and GPS mapping, people
traveling over long distances take comfort in the routes offered by
computers and satellites. (paragraph 3)
Users should evaluate whether they are making good use of digital
applications or whether the applications are dominating their time
without working in their best interests. (paragraph 4)
250
Open Ended
Read the question carefully. Then record your answer in the box provided.
Read this quotation from paragraph 7.
How does the author’s use of language in this quotation affect the reader? Support your answer with evidence from the selection.
251
Fill in the Blank
Record your answer in the space provided.
In stanza 4 (lines 10–12), the poet uses the word (1) to
emphasize the fox’s delicate beauty.
252
Multiple Select
Which lines from the poem support the impulse to connect with nature?
Select TWO correct answers.
It was an ordinary morning: November, thin light, (line 1)
an untamed patch of land and, across the lagoon, (line 4)
he might be a dog at first for he trotted and sniffed/like a dog
(lines 7–8)
found/a patch of sand beneath a tree and turned himself
(lines 12–13)
My God/I was tired of being a person. (lines 19–20)
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Multiple Choice
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A
The poet’s description of the setting emphasizes —
a clear portrayal of life
the importance of preserving nature
a sense of playfulness
the freedom of the outdoors
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Multiple Choice
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part B
Which phrase from the poem best supports the answer to Part A?
something red move outside (line 3)
untamed patch of land (line 4)
head tucked into his tail (line 14)
safe enough to rest (line 17)
255
Multiple Select
Which phrases from the poem emphasize the fox’s vulnerability? Select TWO correct answers.
he trotted and sniffed
(line 7)
like a child’s face—
(line 10)
He stood for awhile,
(line 11)
a patch of sand (line 13)
circle of fur: (line 14)
256
Open Ended
Read the question carefully. Then record your answer in the box provided.
What is the most likely reason the poet includes the words “tired” and “disapproving” in the last stanza (lines 19–21)? Support your answer with evidence from the poem.
257
Open Ended
Sentence 8 needs to be revised. In the box provided, rewrite sentence 8
in a clear and effective way.
258
Open Ended
Cassidy wants to combine the ideas in sentences 13 and 14. In the
box provided, write a new sentence that combines these ideas in a
clear and effective way.
259
Multiple Choice
Cassidy has used an ineffective transition at the beginning of
sentence 17. Select the phrase that should replace For these reasons
in this sentence. (1)_____ the host city of Rio de Janeiro failed to benefit financially because it had spent so much money.
All things considered
In spite of this
Generally speaking
Without a doubt
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Multiple Choice
The word eliminated is not the most appropriate word to use in sentence 27. Select the word that should replace "eliminated" in this sentence. Many former host cities have found themselves with ______ structures that are now rotting away.
illegible
subordinate
compulsory
abandoned
261
Multiple Choice
Sentence 4 is written incorrectly. Select the response that corrects this sentence.
The rentals _____ over seven dollars an hour.
are relatively inexpensive, costing just a little
are relatively inexpensive and cost. Just a little
are relatively inexpensive they cost just a little
are relatively inexpensive. And cost just a little
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Multiple Choice
Leo has made an error in sentence 12. Select the response that corrects this error.
City dwellers are subjected to a daily stream of blaring announcements
from public loudspeakers, screaming salespeople sharing their latest deals, and ___ a candidate’s name being repeatedly blasted from speakers atop cars.
election campaigning; which consists of
election campaigning, which consists of
election, campaigning, which consists of
election campaigning: which consists of
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Multiple Choice
Read the paragraph below and choose the writer’s tone.
Obesity continues to grow in the United States despite our national interest in being thin and fit. More than 60% of adults in the U. S. are now estimated to be overweight or obese. More than 300,000 people die from health problems related to excessive weight each year.
hostile
objective
pessimistic
optimistic
264
Multiple Choice
Read the paragraph below. What figure of speech is being used?
From All Things Considered(GK Chesterton)
"So I do not think that it is altogether fanciful or incredible to suppose that even the floods in London may be accepted and enjoyed poetically. Nothing beyond inconvenience seems really to have been caused by them; and inconvenience, as I have said, is only one aspect, and that the most unimaginative and accidental aspect of a really romantic situation. An adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered. An inconvenience is only an adventure wrongly considered. The water that girdled the houses and shops of London must, if anything, have only increased their previous witchery and wonder."
hyperbole
paradox
euphemism
synecdoche
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Multiple Choice
The earth that's nature's mother is her tomb;
What is her burying grave, that is Rainbow in her womb;
266
Multiple Choice
What would be an appropriate meaning for the phrase "clasping remembered beauty"?
Imagining future events
Recalling past events
Creating current events
Forgetting past events
267
Multiple Choice
Which detail supports the idea that a clock is considered a novelty during a specific time period?
“From the start, I did not like the idea of getting out in the cold and observing the stars in winter time, so as to see when to get up.”
“We went together to the watchmaker in Tarnobrzeg and bought a clock for four ducats, with the understanding that he was to bring it over in the evening and hang it for us.”
“They would listen for the ticking under the window; and in time their elders began to come, too, to look at the clock.”
“Later on, the nearer neighbors, who had some date to keep, would come to the window day or night and ask what time it was.”
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Multiple Choice
What is the impact of the metaphors “the means of exchange are frozen in the currents of trade; the withered leaves of industrial enterprise lie on every side” in paragraph 2?
They remind consumers that lies have led to economic ruin.
They provide a bleak depiction of the nation’s financial state.
They create an image of a once prosperous country after war.
They establish how disappointing the nation’s harvests have been.
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Multiple Choice
Which line from the selection shows that the author wishes to persuade readers?
“It is, however, a challenge that such societies must meet if they are to enjoy the material benefits that a market economy can provide.”
“It is an increase in the average price level of the goods and services produced and sold in an economy.”
“Inflation has sometimes been described as an increasing amount of money chasing a shrinking number of goods.”
“Entrepreneurs and investors respond to the new economic freedom by starting new businesses and competing to provide goods and services.”
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Multiple Choice
"As he rode, the fog receded slowly. He left the chaparral and rode by green marshes cut with sloughs and stained with vivid patches of orange."
What is the synonym for “receded slowly”?
emerged sluggishly
appeared carefully
regressed without hurrying
transformed at a weak pace
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I watched my grandfather lying helpless and realized that only I had the power to help him. I reached into my backpack and found the stone that seemed to be glowing like precious rubies.
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What is the author's purpose?
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What is the term for sentences that contain one independent clause and at least one dependent clause?
Compound sentences
Complex sentences
Conjunctions
Author’s purpose
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Which of the following is true of characterization?
It's the process by which an author develops and portrays the personalities of the characters.
It involves revealing the traits, qualities, beliefs, and motivations of characters.
It is portrayed through character's actions, thoughts, dialogue, appearance, and interactions with others.
All of the above
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"Her smile was as bright as the sun" is an example of which literary device?
Irony
Simile
Metaphor
Symbol
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What is an inference?
A literary device used to create mental images by appealing to the senses.
A sentence that expresses the main idea and supporting details of a paragraph.
A recurring pattern, theme, or character type in literature from different cultures.
A prediction based on current evidence, experience, or knowledge.
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What is the primary meaning or definition of a word called?
Connotation
Denotation
Simile
Metaphor
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For writing, what does ECR stand for?
Exceptional Created Response
Extended Constructed Response
Exceptional Constructed Response
Extended Created Response
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What is the difference between a topic sentence and a thesis statement?
A topic sentence introduces a specific paragraph within an essay, while a thesis statement expresses the overall purpose and argument of the entire essay.
A topic sentence and a thesis statement are two terms used interchangeably to refer to the main idea of an essay.
A topic sentence presents the main idea of an entire essay, while a thesis statement focuses on a single paragraph.
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Which of the following terms refers to the emotional attitude conveyed in a piece of writing?
Tone
Theme
Symbol
Archetype
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Irony is a literary or rhetorical device in which there is a discrepancy between what appears to be true and what is actually true. Which of the following is an example of literary irony?
"She's as slow as a turtle."
"The early bird catches the worm."
A fire station burns down.
"Life is a highway."
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Which term refers to the act of adding notes and comments to a text to provide explanations or interpretations?
Annotating
Cite Evidence
Imagery
Characterization
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"It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog." This is an example of an:
Alliteration
Idiom
Archetype
Imagery
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What is the primary reason an author writes a text, such as to inform, entertain, persuade, or express?
Imagery
Aphorism
Author’s purpose
Archetype
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How many sentences should a SCR be?
4-5
8-10
7-9
0-1
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In writing, providing specific examples from a text to support your argument is known as:
Irony
Figurative Language
Citing Evidence
Tone
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The author's choice of words and phrases in their writing is referred to as:
Sarcasm
Diction
Characterization
Irony
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Which terms refers to the use of vivid language that appeals to the senses to create mental images for the reader?
sensory language
imagery
descriptive language
tone
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In literature, a person, place, object, or action that stands for something beyond itself is called a:
Tone
Theme
Symbol
Imagery
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A recurring pattern, theme, symbol, or character type that appears in literature from different cultures and periods is known as:
Archetype
Simile
Diction
Tone
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What is the term for sentences that contain joins together two or more independent clauses?
Complex sentences
Compound sentences
Conjunctions
Author’s purpose
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The central message or insight about life that a story or literary work conveys is known as the:
Tone
Connotation
Theme
Denotation
Which text structure tells what happened and explains why it happened?
Compare and Contrast
Cause and Effect
Main Idea and Details
Problem and Solution
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