9th Lit 1 S1 Exam Review

​9th Lit 1 S1 Exam Review

By Jennifer Womack

Multiple Choice

The central idea is...

• the focused idea of the text.

• a detail from the text.

• the first sentence of a paragraph.

• a quote you provide from the text.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct MLA in-text citation for a book by a single author, John Smith, on page 45?

• (Smith 45)

• (John Smith 45)

• (45 Smith)

• (Smith, 45)

Multiple Choice

The main purpose of any argumentative writing is to...

• entertain the audience

• inform readers

• persuade others

Multiple Choice

The theme of a story is the...

• main character.

• message about life that the author expresses.

• sequence of events.

• short summary of what the story is about.

Multiple Choice

What is tone in literature?

• The number of pages in the book

• The color scheme used in the book

• The font style chosen by the author

• The author's attitude towards the subject matter or audience.

Multiple Choice

What is the tone of this passage:
Tim Rutledge of Orlando, Fla., was on his way to Indiana to make a delivery Monday when he drove right into a snowstorm and his brakes froze. In temperatures of 42 degrees below zero with the wind chill, Rutledge pulled over at a truck stop and got under his truck to fix the brakes. While Rutledge was on the ground, the truck shifted and trapped him underneath.

• Passion
• Fear
• Sorrow
• Calm

Multiple Choice

Which words build suspense in the following passage?
Jessica walked slowly through the hallway. “Come out, come out, wherever you are!” she yelled. Since the room was dark, she had to feel around for the doorknob to the dining room. As her hand closed around the cool brass knob, she gave it a firm twist to the right, opening the door to the dining hall with a satisfying bang. The long table was illuminated by a stream of moonlight from a large bay window to her right, allowing her to see enough to enter the room. She giggled with nervousness as she took a few steps forward, stopping short at the sight of something shadowy moving in the corner. 

• room, doorknob, corner
• walked, feel steps
• bang, shadowy, nervousness
• walked, hallway

Multiple Choice

Identify the rhetorical appeal being used in the following statement: 'As a doctor with 20 years of experience, I can assure you that this medication is safe and effective.'

• ethos

• pathos

• logos

Multiple Choice

Which rhetorical appeal is mainly used in this ad?

• Ethos - ethical appeal

• Pathos- emotional appeal

• Logos- logical appeal

Multiple Choice

What does reliable mean when referring to sources for your writing?

• Something is credible, trustworthy, and objective.

• Something is printed online by more than one site.

• You can depend on that source to give you accurate opinions.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the BEST way to verify a source's credibility?

• Email the source directly and ask where they got their information.

• Show the website to your friends and get their opinions.

• Google the source's name and try find out if the source is credible.

• Don't use the source at all.

Multiple Choice

What is a thesis statement?

• A detailed summary of a book

• The main idea of an essay

• A list of chapter titles

• A character's dialogue

Multiple Choice

What is the function of a thesis statement?

• It helps the writer concentrate.

• It lets the reader know what you will discuss in the essay.

• It tells the reader why you disagree.

Multiple Choice

No matter where you go, the Internet is following you. Almost every portable device is being made with an Internet connection. Most new TVs and many other appliances come with Internet connections as well. The Internet is truly ubiquitous. If something is ubiquitous, __________.

• it is fuzzy

• it is everywhere

• it costs too much money

• it causes rashes

Multiple Choice

What are context clues?

• Clues that help you solve a mystery

• Clues that help you figure out what an unknown word means

• Clues that help you figure out what the weather will be

• Clues that help you learn a lesson

Multiple Choice

What are the context clues that tell you definition of the word summer :

"I love summer because it is the warmest season of the year. I love to spend time outside hiking, swimming, and kayaking. Also, we don't have to go to school in the summer!"

• "I love to spend time outside"

• "hiking, swimming, and kayaking"

• "we don't have to go to school"

• "the warmest season of the year"

Multiple Choice

If you can't use context clues to figure out the definition/meaning of a word, what is another strategy you can use to determine the meaning of the unknown word?

• do nothing

• look up the definition of the word on social media

• look up the definition of the word on your phone or computer

Multiple Choice

Context clues are _____ that the author gives us to figure out the meaning/definition of an unknown word.

• facts

• hints

• opinions

• evidence

Multiple Choice

When making an inference, the most important thing is...

• What you know about the topic

• The topic of the text

• The characters in the text

• Being able to prove your inference using evidence from the text.

Multiple Choice

Tim looked out the window. The house looked so lonely. Tim's father put the last suitcase in the trunk and started up the car. Thor, his dog, put his head on Tim's lap, like he understood how  Tim was feeling. "It's okay Thor," he said, "Dad says we will like California." What is happening?

• Tim is sad because his dog doesn't have a house to live in.
• Tim is taking a trip to visit peolpe he doesn't know.
• Tim is taking Thor to live with his grandmother.
• Tim is moving to California with his family.

Multiple Choice

How do good readers make inferences?

• By ignoring the text evidence

• By only using their prior knowledge

• By using what they already know and clues in the text

• By guessing randomly

Multiple Choice

What is the importance of looking for clues when making inferences?

• Clues are only for fun

• Clues confuse the reader

• Clues are not important

• Clues help in forming a correct idea

Multiple Choice

How can you make inferences when you read?

• By ignoring the text and guessing randomly

• By not using prior knowledge

• By only using the text evidence

• By looking for clues in the text and using prior knowledge

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of using text evidence when making inferences?

• To find clues in the text

• To support the inference with evidence

• To confuse the reader

• To make the inference incorrect

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences correctly uses a colon to introduce a quote?

• She said - "I will be there soon."

• He whispered, "I can't believe it's already time."

• They shouted: "We won the game!"

• "Let's go to the beach," they suggested excitedly.

Multiple Choice

Choose the sentence that correctly uses a colon to introduce a list.

• For the picnic, we need: sandwiches, fruit, and drinks.

• For the picnic, we need sandwiches: fruit, and drinks.

• For the picnic, we need: sandwiches, fruit, drinks.

• For the picnic, we need sandwiches, fruit, and drinks.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence correctly uses a colon to introduce a quotation?

• The teacher said: "Please submit your assignments by Friday."

• The teacher said "Please submit your assignments by Friday."

• The teacher said, "Please submit your assignments by Friday."

• The teacher said; "Please submit your assignments by Friday."

Multiple Choice

Identify the sentence that correctly uses a colon to introduce a quotation.

• She announced: "Dinner is ready."

• She announced "Dinner is ready."

• She announced, "Dinner is ready."

• She announced; "Dinner is ready."

Multiple Choice

Analyze the impact of using a colon in the following sentence: "Emma's decision was final: she would not attend the meeting."

• It makes the sentence more formal and authoritative.

• It makes the sentence less formal and more conversational.

• It makes the sentence ambiguous and unclear.

• It makes the sentence shorter and less detailed.

Multiple Choice

In the sentence "Swimming is my favorite sport," the verbal is 'Swimming.'

Is it a participle, an infinitive, or a gerund?

• participle

• infinitive

• gerund

• none of the above

Multiple Choice

The blinding storm kept the climbers inside for several more days. 

• verb
• infinitive
• gerund
• participle

Multiple Choice

Which of the following words used to show comparison?

• conversely

• as well as

• still

• in contrast

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the compare and contrast text structure?

• To list items in chronological order

• To persuade the reader to take a specific action

• To analyze similarities and differences between two or more subjects

• To describe the steps in a process

Multiple Choice

Which type of text structure SHOWS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE CAUSE (WHY) AND THE EFFECT (WHAT HAPPENED)?

• Chronological / Sequence

• Problem and Solution

• Cause and Effect

• Compare and Contrast

Multiple Choice

Text structure is....

• The way the author organizes their writing

• How to build an essay

• Building a building using letters

• The guy who wrote "Holes"

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to know the Text Structure of writing?

• So that we can build one ourselves

• So that we better understand the author's message

• So that we can take the essay apart

Multiple Choice

Paper bags are disposable in the same way as plastic bags. Paper bags are biodegradable while plastic bags are non-biodegradable. What word is used to differentiate paper bags and plastic bags?

• in the same way

• as

• while

Multiple Select

What graphic organizers are used to compare and contrast?

• Pie chart

• Venn Diagram

• Mind Map

• Table

Multiple Choice

Same, similarly, and likewise are words that are used to contrast. True or False?

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

On the other hand, in contrast, while are words/phrases that are used to contrast. True or False?

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

What is the most accurate definition of a non-linear plot?

• A story that goes in order

• A story that has events that aren't in order, but only shows character depth through flashbacks

• A story that is chronological

• A story that has events that do not go in order

Labelling

Label the 6 major parts of a plot on this Plot-Line graphic

Drag labels to their correct position on the image

Conflict

Rising Action

Resolution

Climax

Exposition

Falling Action

Multiple Choice

Is it plot or setting?

"Once upon a time in a far away kingdom..."

• Plot

• Setting

Multiple Choice

How can the setting affect the readers' understanding of the story elements?

• It has no impact

• It confuses the readers

• It strengthens their understanding

• It makes the story less interesting

Multiple Select

As a reader, when determining a setting, what questions do they need to answer?

• What does the environment look like?

• What year is it?

• Who is the protagonist and antagonist?

• What topics does the author give for theme?

Multiple Choice

Setting can give clues about a story's _____. 

• plot
• conflict
• mood
• all of the above

Multiple Choice

Which of the following might describe the setting of a story?

• a frog and a witch
• happy and loving 
• a high school in 1956
• love is stronger than fear

Multiple Choice

A struggle or problem happening to the main character in the story. 

• Issue
• Conflict
• Solution
• Resolution

Fill in the Blank

The two categories of conflict are _____ and external.

Multiple Choice

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

• exposition
• rising action
• climax
• resolution

Multiple Choice

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

• exposition
• rising action
• falling action
• resolution

Multiple Choice

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

• climax
• rising action
• falling action
• resolution

Multiple Choice

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

• climax
• rising action
• falling action
• resolution

Multiple Choice

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

• climax
• exposition
• falling action
• resolution

Multiple Choice

Name of the conflict where the main character goes against another person.

• Person vs. Person

• Person vs. Self

• Person vs. Nature

• Person vs. Society

Multiple Choice

Name of conflict when the main character struggle with themself.

• Person vs. Person

• Person vs. Self

• Person vs. Nature

• Person vs. Society

Multiple Choice

Name of conflict where main character struggles with an earthquake or a flood.

• Person vs. Person

• Person vs. Self

• Person vs. Nature

• Person vs. Society

Multiple Choice

Name of conflict when main character tries to fit into a group or a government or goes against the government.

• Person vs. Person

• Person vs. Self

• Person vs. Nature

• Person vs. Society

Multiple Choice

Where does the setting (time and place) of a story gets introduced?

• Expostiion

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT a type external conflict?

• Character vs. Character

• Character vs. Supernatural

• Character vs. Self

• Character vs. Nature

Multiple Select

Which is/are type(s) of external conflict? (Select ALL that apply)

• Character vs Technology

• Character vs Supernatural

• Character vs Self

• Character vs Society

• Character vs Nature

Fill in the Blank

When Rapunzel is debating whether or not to return home in Tangled, she is experiencing what kind of conflict? Character vs. __________

Multiple Choice

When two characters get into an argument, what type of conflict is this?

• Character vs Supernatural

• Character vs Society

• Character vs Character

• Character vs Technology

Multiple Choice

True or False: Internal Conflict is a conflict that arises outside oneself.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Which specific type of conflict would see if a ghost is causing trouble for the main character?

• Character vs Supernatural

• External Conflict

• Character vs Self

• Character vs Technology

Multiple Select

What is conflict? (Select ALL that apply)

• Struggle between 2 opposing characters or forces

• Solution between 2 opposing characters or forces

• Heart or center of a plot

• A problem in a story

Multiple Choice

What is internal conflict?

• a problem that the character must solve by themself

• a problem that makes the character struggle with their own beliefs

Multiple Choice

What is the definition of an "external" conflict?

• A struggle between a character and an outside force.
• A problem within the story.
• A struggle that a character has within him/her self.
• A problem caused by the protagonist.

Multiple Choice

In "Twilight," Edward & Jacob battle for Bella's affection.

• character vs. character
• character vs. nature
• character vs. society
• character vs. self

Multiple Choice

Elsa has to be hidden away from the outside world because of her secret magical powers.

• character vs. character
• character vs. nature
• character vs. society
• character vs. self

Multiple Choice

Sarah was accepted into her top choice for college, however, it is the most expensive one on her list. Should she sacrifice her family's wallet to attend the school of her dreams, or should she be conservative and consider other schools?

• character vs. character
• character vs. society
• character vs. nature
• character vs. self

Multiple Choice

A plane crashed on an island in the middle of the ocean.  Chuck had to survive ... all on his own!

• character vs. self
• character vs. character
• character vs. nature
• character vs. society

Multiple Choice

He wants to ask someone to the dance but he's too scared.

• character vs. character
• character vs. self
• character vs. nature
• character vs. society

Multiple Choice

• Character vs. Character

• Character vs Nature

• Character vs Society

• Character vs Self

Multiple Choice

• character  vs. character
• character vs. society
• character vs. nature
• character vs. self

Multiple Choice

Is it plot or setting?

"In the year 1925..."

• Plot

• Setting

Multiple Choice

Is it plot or setting?

"They fall in love, they live happily ever after, the end."

• Plot

• Setting

Multiple Choice

Is it plot or setting?

"The classroom is brown with a blue-ish carpet.

• Plot

• Setting

Multiple Choice

Is it plot or setting?

"He had been called to go on a journey to find the magical crown."

• Plot

• Setting

Multiple Choice

Is it plot or setting?

"The ogre had to find the princess to save his swamp."

• Plot

• Setting

Multiple Choice

Is it plot or setting?

"The weather is nice."

• Plot

• Setting

Multiple Choice

Is it plot or setting?

"The walls of his cell were built of thick cement blocks."

• Plot

• Setting

Multiple Choice

Is it plot or setting?

"He had been told that there was one way to escape from the cell, and he had three hours to find it."

• Plot

• Setting

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Is it plot or setting?

"There were no windows."

• Plot

• Setting

Match

Match the following words related to PLOT with their definitions

• Plot

• Exposition

• Inciting Incident

sequence of events in a literary work

beginning of literary work

introduces the MAIN conflict

• sequence of events in a literary work

• beginning of literary work

• introduces the MAIN conflict

Match

Match the following words related to PLOT with their definitions

• Rising Action

• Development

• Climax

all of the events leading to climax

the increase of conflict in a story

highest point of interest or suspense

• all of the events leading to climax

• the increase of conflict in a story

• highest point of interest or suspense

Match

Match the following words related to PLOT with their definitions

• Falling Action

• Resolution

• Denouement

all the events after the climax

end of the MAIN conflict

events that occur after the resolution

• all the events after the climax

• end of the MAIN conflict

• events that occur after the resolution

Multiple Choice

What is the literary definition of THEME?

• The setting where a story takes place

• The protagonist's main goal

• The central message/insight revealed through a story

• The sequence of events in a story

Multiple Choice

What is the literary definition of SETTING?

• The primary conflict of a story

• The time or place in which a story unfolds

• The character's internal thoughts or emotions

• The The central message/insight revealed through a story

Categorize

Options (8)

easy to follow

chronological order

one story

one direction

more complex

needs more attention

events not in order

ex. flashbacks

Organize these options into the right categories

Linear Plot

Non-linear Plot

Dropdown

This image shows an example of​

Select answer

Match

Match the vocabulary words in order

• Non-linear plot

• Linear plot

• Flashback

• Parallel Plot

• Frame Story

A story that is not chronological

Goes in chronological order

memory important to character or story

multiple stories, connects at climax

A narrative that has multiple stories

• A story that is not chronological

• Goes in chronological order

• memory important to character or story

• multiple stories, connects at climax

• A narrative that has multiple stories

Multiple Select

What is the purpose of a flashback?

(Choose all that apply)

• to compare and contrast

• to make it easy for the audience to follow

• to provide depth

• to provide complexity

• so you can possibly

  sympathize with the character

Multiple Select

What is the purpose of a parallel plot?

(Choose only two answers)

• provides complexity

• provides depth

• to compare and contrast

• to make connections between themes or lessons

• to invoke sympathy

Multiple Choice

Which text structure is used to show the cause and its effects?

• Chronological order

• Comparison and contrast

• Cause and effect

• Problem and solution

Multiple Choice

What type of text structure is used to present a problem and its solution?

• Cause-effect

• Compare-contrast

• Narrative

• Problem-solution

Multiple Choice

How is the description text structure different from the others?

• It is organized in a random order

• It is written in a different language

• It contains only images and no text

• It provides detailed information about a topic

Multiple Choice

Which text structure is used to present events in a chronological order?

• Alphabetical order

• Reverse order

• Random order

• Chronological order

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of the cause and effect text structure?

• To persuade the audience to take a specific action

• To entertain the reader with a fictional story

• To show the relationship between events or actions and their outcomes.

• To provide a list of facts and details

Multiple Choice

In which text structure are two or more subjects compared and contrasted?

• Problem and solution

• Cause and effect

• Compare and contrast

• Chronological order

Multiple Choice

Which text structure is used to provide a step-by-step explanation of events?

• Sequential or Chronological

• Comparative

• Cause and Effect

• Descriptive

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of using different text structures in nonfiction writing?

• To organize and present information in a clear and effective way.

• To hide important information

• To make the writing more difficult to understand

• To confuse the reader

Multiple Choice

When we compare and contrast while reading, what do we looking for?

• truth & lies

• clues & facts

• similarities & differences

• rights & wrongs

Multiple Choice

Tom and John are best friends. They are both gossipers. This is an example of ____

• comparing

• chronological order

• fact and opinion

• contrasting

Multiple Choice

Which of the following words is used to show contrast?

• both

• as well as

• still

• in contrast

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences shows a contrast between two subjects?

• Both cats and dogs are popular pets that need regular care.

• Unlike cats, dogs need regular walks outside.

• Cats and dogs have different dietary requirements.

• Cats and dogs can both live indoors

Multiple Choice

What is the main difference between eagles and owls?

• Eagles and owls are both birds of prey.

• Eagles hunt during the day, while owls hunt at night.

• Eagles have sharp talons, but owls do not.

• Both eagles and owls can fly high in the sky.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence is an example of comparison?

• Just like water, air is essential for survival.

• Lions are strong hunters, whereas deer are peaceful grazers.

• Penguins live in cold climates, but camels live in hot deserts.

• Although elephants are large, ants are very small.

Multiple Choice

Bowling is a very old sport. 

• Verb
• Gerund
• Infinitive
• Participle

Multiple Choice

This process was invented by Chester Carlson in 1938.

• Verb
• Gerund
• Infinitive
• Participle

Multiple Choice

Gesturing is visual signaling with the body. 

• Verb
• Gerund
• Infinitive
• Participle

Multiple Choice

To study, you may go to a quiet library. 

• Verb
• Gerund
• Infinitive
• Participle

Multiple Choice

Forest fires are a leading cause of forest damage. 

• Verb
• Gerund
• Infinitive
• Participle

Multiple Choice

To skate requires a lot of practice. 

• gerund
• verb
• infinitive
• participle

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Mary's favorite activity is visiting the museum. 

• verb
• gerund
• infinitive
• participle

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Sitting in a moving car requires no exercise. 

• gerund
• verb
• participle
• infinitive

Multiple Choice

Many people enjoy organized hikes. 

• verb
• participle
• gerund 
• infinitive

Multiple Choice

Can you identify the sentence where the verbal is used as an adjective?

• Option 1: 'To run faster, he trained every day.' In this sentence, 'to run' is an infinitive used as an adverb to modify the verb 'trained'.

• Option 2: 'Running is a good way to stay fit.' Here, 'running' is a gerund used as a subject.

• Option 3: 'The running water was cold.' In this case, 'running' is a present participle used as an adjective to describe the noun 'water'.

• Option 4: 'He likes to run in the mornings.' In this sentence, 'to run' is an infinitive used as a direct object.

Multiple Choice

Let's consider the sentence: "She hopes to win the competition."

Can you identify the infinitive in this sentence and its function?

• Hopes - This is a verb in the sentence, not an infinitive. It expresses the action or state of the subject 'She'.

• To win - This is the infinitive in the sentence. It functions as an adverb because it modifies the verb 'hopes', telling us what she hopes.

• The competition - This is a noun in the sentence, serving as the object of the infinitive 'to win'. However, it is not an infinitive itself.

• To win - While this is the correct infinitive, it does not function as an adjective in this sentence. An adjective modifies a noun or pronoun, but 'to win' is modifying the verb 'hopes'.

Multiple Choice

A gerund is a verbal that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence.

Now, can you identify the sentence that contains a gerund from the following options?

• Swimming is my favorite sport.

• The swaying trees are beautiful to watch.

• To swim in the ocean is dangerous.

• She is swimming in the ocean.

Multiple Choice

Consider this sentence: "The barking dog kept us awake all night." Here, we have a verbal "barking."

Can you identify its function in the sentence?

• Gerund function as a Noun

• Participle functioning as an Adjective

• Infinitive functioning as an Adverb

• Infinitive functioning as as an Adjective

Multiple Choice

Let's consider the sentence: "To understand verbals, one must practice."

Can you identify the infinitive and determine its function?

• 'To understand' is the infinitive here and it is functioning as a noun. It is the subject of the sentence.

• 'To understand' is the infinitive here and it is functioning as an adjective. This is incorrect because an adjective modifies a noun or pronoun, but here 'to understand' is not modifying any noun or pronoun.

• 'To practice' is the infinitive here and it is functioning as an adverb. This is incorrect because 'to practice' is not an infinitive in this sentence.

• 'To practice' is the infinitive here and it is functioning as a noun. This is incorrect because 'to practice' is not an infinitive in this sentence.

Multiple Choice

A participle is a form of a verb that is used in a sentence as an ADJECTIVE to modify a noun or noun phrase.

Can you identify which sentence uses a participle as an adjective?

• I have a painting hanging in my room.

• To paint is a wonderful hobby.

• Painting can be a relaxing activity.

• She wants to paint her room blue.

Multiple Choice

A gerund is a verbal that functions as a noun in a sentence. It is formed by adding 'ing' to the base form of a verb.

Let's consider an example: "Jogging in the morning is a habit for him."

Can you identify the gerund in this sentence and its function?

• Jogging - adjective: This is incorrect. Although 'Jogging' is the gerund in the sentence, it is not functioning as an adjective. An adjective is a word that describes a noun or pronoun.

• In - adverb: This is incorrect. 'In' is a preposition in this sentence, not an adverb. An adverb is a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb.

• Morning - noun: This is incorrect. Although 'morning' is a noun, it is not the gerund in the sentence. The gerund is the verb form that is functioning as a noun.

• Jogging - noun: This is correct. 'Jogging' is the gerund in the sentence and it is functioning as a noun. It is the subject of the sentence.

Multiple Choice

Consider this sentence: "To read before bed helps me relax."

In this sentence, what is the function of the infinitive "to read"?

• Adjective: Infinitives function as adjectives when they modify or describe a noun in the sentence. For example, 'I have a book to read.'

• Adverb: Infinitives function as adverbs when they modify or describe a verb, an adjective, or another adverb in the sentence. For example, 'I am eager to leave.'

• Noun: Infinitives function as nouns when they act as the subject, the direct object, or the subject complement in a sentence. For example, 'To read before bed helps me relax.'

• Participle: Participles are verb forms used as adjectives. They are not typically associated with infinitives. For example, 'The broken window was repaired.'

Multiple Choice

A participle is a form of a verb that is used in a sentence to modify a noun or noun phrase.

Can you identify the sentence that correctly uses a participle as an adjective?

• Option 1: The cat likes to sleep on the windowsill. In this sentence, 'to sleep' is an infinitive verb used to express the cat's preference or habit.

• Option 2: Sleeping can be difficult when you're stressed. Here, 'Sleeping' is a gerund, which is a verb form that acts as a noun in the sentence.

• Option 3: The sleeping cat on the windowsill looks peaceful. In this sentence, 'sleeping' is a present participle used as an adjective to describe the cat.

• Option 4: To sleep for eight hours is recommended for health. In this sentence, 'to sleep' is an infinitive verb expressing a general recommendation.

Multiple Choice

What must directly precede a colon when introducing a quote?

• A complete sentence

• A single word

• A fragment

• Any of the above

Multiple Choice

What is the primary purpose of using a colon to introduce a quote?

• To add emphasis to the quoted material

• To indicate a list is following

• To separate two independent clauses

• To introduce a block of quoted text in a research paper

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences uses a colon incorrectly to introduce a quote?

• The sign read: "Keep off the grass."

• She wrote in her diary: "Today was an unforgettable day."

• "This is what I believe:" he started, "Honesty is the best policy."

• The coach announced: "Practice is cancelled tomorrow."

Multiple Choice

Which sentence uses colons correctly?

• This is what you should do: apologize and give her flowers.

• This is what you should: do apologize and give her flowers.

• This is what you should do apologize: and give her flowers.

• This is what: you should do apologize and give her flowers.

Drag and Drop

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the creator of Sherlock Holmes, was inspired by his mother's storytelling ​

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"The vivid stories she would tell me stand out so clearly that they obscure the real facts of my life."

Drag these tiles and drop them in the correct blank above

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In his introduction; Jim claims that most prior research in this area is unreliable​

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An INFERENCE is...

• A logical conclusion

• A guess based on evidence

• Both

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In your daily life, you can make inferences about people by observing their behavior.

• true

• false

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How to Draw Inferences

1. You look for clues in the text, little pieces of information that seem to relate to the missing information or your question.

2. You think about what you already know from your own experience in the real world.

3. You put these two pieces of the puzzle together in a logical way to produce a reasonable conclusion that supplies the missing piece of information or the answer to your question.

Drawing an inference requires your background knowledge and information from the text?

• TRUE

• FALSE

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Drawing an Inference

You've made many inferences in your life, but you might not even know it. For instance, your cat runs up to you the minute you step through the door. She meows, rubs your legs, runs into the kitchen and stares at the cupboard where you normally store the cat food. It doesn't take much effort to figure out that your cat wants food. You've just drawn an inference.

You draw many inferences in your everyday life?

• TRUE

• FALSE

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Drawing Inferences

Let's go back to your cat and apply the process for making an inference. At first, you might wonder what your cat is doing. You look for clues in your cat's behavior and notice how she meows and rubs your legs to get your attention and how she stares at the food cupboard. You also think about what you already know from past experience; your cat has done this before, and you've responded by giving her food. So you put those two pieces together in a logical way and correctly infer that your cat wants food.

Drawing an inference from a book follows the same process of drawing inferences in your everyday life?

• True

• False

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____ in fiction is a reasonable conclusion or judgment about some element of a story based on the information given in the story and the reader's personal knowledge of how the world works.

• A clue

• A question

• An inference

• An implication

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What is the first step readers must take to draw an inference?

• Put the pieces together in a logical way to produce a reasonable conclusion

• Think about what they already know from their own experience in the real world

• Look for clues in the text

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What is the second step readers must take to draw an inference?

• Put the pieces together in a logical way to produce a reasonable conclusion

• Think about what they already know from their own experience in the real world

• Look for clues in the text

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What is the third step readers must take to draw an inference?

• Put the pieces together in a logical way to produce a reasonable conclusion

• Think about what they already know from their own experience in the real world

• Look for clues in the text

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Most of America's Founding Fathers did not believe in women's suffrage. Only men could vote in the United states until 1920. What is “suffrage” ?

• Something that causes physical pain.

• An early flag.

• Skirts that did not cover ankles.

• The right to vote.

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No word must ever leak out about this military action! It has to be a clandestine operation in order to succeed. Which word is a synonym of "clandestine"?

• Family

• Useful

• Dangerous

• Secret

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Put this medicine on your arm and rub it into your skin until it's invisible. It will inhibit, or block the infection's attempt to spread. What does “inhibit” mean?

• Live in a certain place

• Block or slow down

• Itch or burn

• Help to do something important

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When your plan brings us great wealth, you will be rewarded for your sagacity.

• Beauty

• Mistakes

• Intelligence

• Appetite

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Define synonym.

• A word or phrase that has the exact or similar meaning to another word or phrase.

• A word opposite in meaning to another word.

• A statement of the exact meaning of a word.

• A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

• A thing or characteristic of its kind.

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Define Inference.

• A word or phrase that has the exact or similar meaning to another word or phrase.

• A word opposite in meaning to another word.

• A statement of the exact meaning of a word.

• A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

• A thing or characteristic of its kind.

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Define example.

• A word or phrase that has the exact or similar meaning to another word or phrase.

• A word opposite in meaning to another word.

• A word opposite in meaning to another word.

• A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

• A thing or characteristic of its kind.

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Define definition.

• A word or phrase that has the exact or similar meaning to another word or phrase.

• A word opposite in meaning to another word.

• A statement of the exact meaning of a word.

• A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

• A thing or characteristic of its kind.

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Define antonym.

• A word or phrase that has the exact or similar meaning to another word or phrase.

• A word opposite in meaning to another word.

• A statement of the exact meaning of a word.

• A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

• A thing or characteristic of its kind.

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What information should your thesis statement contain?

• The beginning and the end

• The introduction and the hook

• The topic and the idea

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Which of these words lets you know you are looking at the PROMPT?

• Think about the following statement.

• Read the following quotation.

• Write an essay explaining...

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What is the FIRST STEP in writing a good thesis statement?

• Brainstorming possible examples and ideas

• Finding the right quote

• Explaining what type of essay you are going to write

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The THESIS STATEMENT = ___ + ___

• topic + idea

• intro + conclusion

• words + phrases

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Underline the TOPIC of this prompt:

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Which of the following is a good thesis statement?

• Life can teach important lessons.

• Events in life can teach an important lesson if it helps you improve.

• Important lessons are those like when I learned to drive.

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How many sentences should your thesis statement be?

• 1

• 2

• 3

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Should you put specific names in the thesis statement?

• Yes

• No

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Can your essay receive a good score without a thesis statement?

• Yes

• No

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Where does a thesis statement usually appear in an essay?

• In the conclusion

• In the introduction

• In the middle of the body paragraphs

• At the end of every paragraph

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Which of the following is a quality of a good thesis statement?

• It is a question

• It is a fact

• It is debatable

• It is a command

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Why is a thesis statement important in an essay?

• It tells the reader what the essay will be about

• It provides all the evidence and data

• It gives the biography of the author

• It lists all the sources used

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What should you do if your thesis statement is too broad?

• Make it more specific

• Change the topic of your essay

• Write more body paragraphs

• Ask a question instead

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A thesis statement should be:

• Vague to cover more topics

• Clear and concise

• Long and detailed

• Written in the second person

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What does a thesis statement NOT do?

• Express an opinion

• Provide evidence

• State a main idea

• Summarize the essay

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How many main points should a thesis statement include?

• As many as the number of paragraphs in the essay

• Only one main point

• Two to three main points

• At least five main points

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What can a strong thesis statement do for your essay?

• Make it easier to write the conclusion

• Guide the direction of your argument

• Increase the word count

• All of the above

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Which of the following is NOT a step in creating a thesis statement?

• Choosing a topic

• Writing a complete paragraph

• Formulating a main argument

• Narrowing down the focus

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Which of the following might indicate that a source is a credible source of information?

• The source does a great job persuading you of their point of view.

• The source is an online video streaming company writing about the benefits of streaming movies, so they must have expertise.

• The source is a very popular journal article from 50 years ago.

• The source includes footnotes with all of their citations included and linked.

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Which of the following might be a “red flag” for your source?

• The source only includes one side of a controversial argument.

• The source works for a reputable non-profit organization.

• The source includes both the author's name and the date of publication.

• The source includes information about the author's various credentials in a relevant field of study.

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Which of the following statements is an example of a fact that can be proven?

• You should not touch your eyes after handling peppers.

• Peppers are the most delicious fruit.

• People who like eating spicy peppers are smarter and happier than those who don't.

• The chemical that makes peppers spicy is called capsaicin.

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Which of these sources would you NOT want to use for your research?

• The twitter feed of a popular scientist who links directly to scholarly articles and helps explain them in plain language.

• A youtube video posted by a well-known politician explaining the details of a new law being passed, as well as both sides of the issue it addresses.

• A podcast by a radio host with very extreme views discussing microchips inside the COVID-19 vaccines.

• An interview with an ER nurse who has experienced the symptoms of COVID-19 firsthand.

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Why is using reliable sources important?

• To clarify your understanding of the topic.

• To find other people who think like you do.

• So you can be sure you are providing the whole truth.

• To prove that you're right and everyone who disagrees with you is wrong.

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Why should you figure out if a source is reliable?

• To know how many people will believe it.

• To see how to use it in your writing.

• Because your teacher said so.

• To see if you should use it in your writing.

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Identify which one measures the reliability of a source:

• If the author is a well known blogger.

• If the author is an expert on the topic.

• If the article is published on Wikipedia.

• If the author is unknown, but the publication is shared on social media a lot.

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What lowers an author's reliability?

• If they are trying to persuade or convince the audience.

• If they are writing to inform the audience.

• If they are writing to educate the audience.

• If they present both sides of the issue.

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Which domain suffix should you look for if you were looking for scholarly sources?

• .gov

• .com

• .edu

• .net

• .org

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How can you avoid using unreliable sources?

• Look for newspapers, magazines, and organizations that have good reputations.

• Make sure the author is an expert on the topic.

• Verify your information by using more than one source.

• Look only for sources that support what you believe.

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Is the date that something was published important?

• Yes. Sometimes newer sources correct misinformation from earlier sources.

• Yes. Sometimes, interpretations of sources in newer sources provide more clarity than the original source.

• No. Anything published online has already been fact checked and corrected.

• No. If it was published at some point, it's right forever.

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Which of the following is a good source for reliable information?

• An article found online

• Statistics presented in an election ad

• A blog by your favorite influencer

• A peer reviewed journal

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Why isn't your opinion in your essay considered to be evidence or a reliable source?

• You are not an expert in any topic.

• Your opinions, without the support of facts, are biased.

• Your opinion, disguised as facts in your essay, is often just plagiarized from somewhere else.

• Your opinions need to be substantiated by credible sources.

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Which rhetorical appeal is mainly used in this ad?

• Ethos - ethical appeal

• Pathos- emotional appeal

• Logos- logical appeal

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Which rhetorical appeal is mainly used in this ad?

• Ethos - ethical appeal

• Pathos- emotional appeal

• Logos- logical appeal

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Which rhetorical appeal is mainly used in this ad?

• Ethos - ethical appeal

• Pathos- emotional appeal

• Logos- logical appeal

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Which rhetorical appeal is mainly used in this ad?

• Ethos - ethical appeal

• Pathos- emotional appeal

• Logos- logical appeal

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Which rhetorical appeal is mainly used in this ad?

• Ethos - ethical appeal

• Pathos- emotional appeal

• Logos- logical appeal

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Which rhetorical appeal is mainly used in this ad?

• Ethos - ethical appeal

• Pathos- emotional appeal

• Logos- logical appeal

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Which rhetorical appeal is mainly used in this ad?

• Ethos - ethical appeal

• Pathos- emotional appeal

• Logos- logical appeal

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Which rhetorical appeal is mainly used in this ad?

• Ethos - ethical appeal

• Pathos- emotional appeal

• Logos- logical appeal

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Which rhetorical appeal is mainly used in this ad?

• Ethos - ethical appeal

• Pathos- emotional appeal

• Logos- logical appeal

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Which rhetorical appeal is being used in the following advertisement: 'You deserve the best, treat yourself to our luxurious skincare products.'

• pathos

• logos

• ethos

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Differentiate between ethos and pathos with examples.

• Ethos is when a lawyer uses statistics and data to make their case. Pathos is when a salesperson uses logical arguments to convince customers.

• Ethos is when a company uses celebrity endorsements to sell products. Pathos is when a teacher uses personal anecdotes to connect with students.

• Ethos is when a doctor gives a speech about the importance of vaccination, citing their years of experience and expertise in the field. Pathos is when a charity organization uses heart-wrenching stories and images of suffering to appeal to people's emotions and encourage donations.

• Ethos is when a politician uses emotional stories to appeal to voters. Pathos is when a scientist uses logic and reason to persuade others.

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Explain the difference between emotional and logical appeals in persuasive writing.

• Emotional appeals are only used in formal writing, while logical appeals are used in informal writing.

• Emotional appeals use statistics and data, while logical appeals use storytelling and personal anecdotes.

• The difference between emotional and logical appeals in persuasive writing is that emotional appeals focus on evoking emotions and feelings, while logical appeals rely on facts, evidence, and reasoning.

• Emotional appeals are more effective in convincing the audience, while logical appeals are less impactful.

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Identify the rhetorical appeal being used in the speech: 'Imagine a world where every child has access to quality education and a chance for a better future.'

• pathos

• ethos

• logos

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Provide an example of a logical appeal used in a political campaign.

• A candidate using emotional language to appeal to voters' feelings without providing evidence or reasoning.

• A candidate using fear tactics to persuade voters to support them.

• A candidate using statistics to show the success of their previous policies as a reason to support their candidacy.

• A candidate making personal attacks on their opponent instead of focusing on policy issues.

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Identify the rhetorical appeal being used in the slogan: 'Just do it.'

• Logos

• Ethos

• Pathos

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Differentiate between ethos and logos with examples.

• Ethos is when a speaker establishes their credibility by presenting themselves as knowledgeable, trustworthy, and ethical. For example, a doctor discussing the benefits of a certain medication based on their expertise and experience. Logos is when a speaker uses logic, reasoning, and evidence to support their argument. For example, a scientist presenting data and research to support a hypothesis.

• Ethos is when a speaker uses humor and entertainment to establish credibility. For example, a comedian making a persuasive argument based on their comedic skills.

• Logos is when a speaker relies on their reputation and popularity to persuade the audience. For example, a celebrity endorsing a product without providing evidence or reasoning.

• Ethos is when a speaker uses emotions and personal anecdotes to support their argument. For example, a politician sharing a personal story to gain trust.

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Explain how a writer can effectively use pathos to persuade their audience.

• By using humor and sarcasm to evoke an emotional response from the audience

• By using statistical data and logical reasoning to appeal to the audience's emotions

• By avoiding any emotional language and focusing solely on facts and evidence

• By appealing to the emotions of the audience and creating a connection with the readers through vivid language, personal anecdotes, and emotional storytelling.

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Which of the following is an example of a positive tone?

• You will definitely fail.

• I doubt you can do it.

• You can do it!

• You're not capable of doing it.

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How does tone affect the reader?

• By improving the reader's physical health

• By providing historical context for the subject matter

• By increasing the reader's vocabulary

• By influencing the reader's emotions, attitude, and perception towards the subject matter.

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What is mood in literature?

• The sequence of events in a story

• The time and place in which a story takes place

• The main character of a story

• The atmosphere or emotional tone of a piece of writing

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Which of the following is an example of a gloomy mood?

• Option B: Feeling excited and energetic

• Option C: Feeling sad and hopeless

• Option A: Feeling happy and optimistic

• Option D: Feeling calm and peaceful

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What is the main difference between tone and mood?

• Tone refers to the emotional atmosphere, while mood refers to the author's attitude.

• Tone and mood are the same thing.

• Tone and mood are both related to the author's attitude towards the subject matter.

• Tone refers to the author's attitude towards the subject matter, while mood refers to the emotional atmosphere created by the text.

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How does mood impact a story?

• Mood sets the atmosphere and tone of the story.

• Mood is determined by the setting of the story.

• Mood only affects the characters in a story.

• Mood has no impact on a story.

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Which of the following is an example of a mysterious mood?

• A crowded city street during rush hour

• A dark and foggy night in a deserted alleyway

• A well-lit room with cheerful decorations

• A sunny day at the beach

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What is the effect of a humorous tone on the reader?

• It can make the reader angry and defensive towards the message.

• It can confuse the reader and make them miss the message entirely.

• It can make the reader feel sad and disinterested in the message.

• It can lighten the mood and make the reader more receptive to the message being conveyed.

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How does tone and mood contribute to the overall meaning of a literary work?

• By providing a summary of the plot.

• By introducing the main characters.

• By creating the atmosphere and emotional response in the reader.

• By establishing the setting of the story.

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What is a main idea?

• the main character in a story

• the message about life that an author expresses

• the sequence of events in a story

• a description of what the story is mostly about

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Which of the following could be the theme of a story?

• Fear is more dangerous than any beast.

• A brave young girl pretends to be a man and takes her father's place in the army.

• a fear of heights

• "I'll get you, my pretty, and your little dog, too."

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Which of the following could be a theme of a story?

• a 35-year-old woman named Essie and her brother

• a small apartment in Marfa, Texas

• Telling the truth may cause pain, but in the end, it's better than lying.

• Essie lied to her brother about her identity for two years, but she finally decided to tell him the truth.

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Which of the following could be a theme of a story?

• Your past does not define you.

• returning home after a long time

• A man sees a group of people he used to work with a long time ago.

• an old man who used to be a farmer

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Read the following sentence:

A toad and a lizard learn to get along while on a journey through the wilderness.

The sentence above is an example of a

• plot.

• character.

• main idea.

• theme.

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Read the following sentence:

Friendship helps people get through hard times.

The sentence above is an example of a

• plot.

• character.

• main idea.

• theme.

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Read the following sentence:

A woman risks her life to spy for the Union during the Civil War.

The sentence above is an example of a

• plot.

• character.

• main idea.

• theme.

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Which of the following is most likely a theme of the story?

As Tai strummed the guitar, Charlesa looked at her with pride. For so long, Tai's fingers had clumsily tripped over the strings, but now she played the song with ease. Getting to this point hadn't been easy for Charlesa, either. She sighed, trying to bury the memories of all the screaming tantrums Tai had thrown. Once, she nearly threw her guitar against a wall. But now when Tai smiled, and the tune of "Sweet Home Alabama" floated out of the instrument, Charlesa smiled, too. It had been worth it.

• Playing a musical instrument is too much work.

• Hard work can bring great rewards.

• Friends shouldn't try to teach each other new things.

• It's OK to give up on yourself.

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How is the theme of a story different from its main idea?

• The theme is about the story's setting, while the main idea is about the plot.

• The theme is the story's overall message, while the main idea is what the story is about.

• The theme describes the protagonist, while the main idea focuses on the antagonist.

• The theme details the sequence of events, while the main idea outlines the characters.

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Which statement is a strong claim for an argument or debate?

• School is boring and students shouldn't be forced to attend.

• Reducing the school week to 4 days would benefit students and teachers.

• Why can't students enjoy extended weekends sometimes?

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Remember, a strong claim can be supported with evidence, and can also be debated.

• Students should participate in team sports because it instills good character and values.

• Basketball is obviously a much better sport than football.

• I hate sports, so no one should play them.

Match

Match the WORD to the DEFINITION!

• CLAIM

• REASON

• SUPPORT

• COUNTER-ARGUMENT

Your opinion or belief

Why you feel that way

Evidence or examples

Explaining why your opponent is WRONG

• Your opinion or belief

• Why you feel that way

• Evidence or examples

• Explaining why your opponent is WRONG

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Choose the strongest supporting reason for this claim:

Testing products on animals has some important benefits.

• It helps develop beauty and make-up products.

• It helps develop life-saving vaccines.

Reorder

Put the PARTS of an argumentative essay in ORDER!

• Thesis Statement

• Reason 1

• Reason 2

• Counter-argument

• Conclusion

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2

3

4

5

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5

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Why is it important to include a counterargument in an argumentative essay?

• To give a detailed description of the topic

• To make the essay longer

• To strengthen your argument by attacking opposing viewpoints

• To confuse the reader

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Some people say that animal testing is beneficial ​

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but it's not worth it just to make lipstick

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Some people say that the age of 16 is too young to vote..​. ​ ​

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I understand that students might misuse AI for cheating, however
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I promise I won't. You can trust me

we can learn how to use it responsibly

you can't just assume the worst of us.

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How would you cite a source with two authors, Jane Doe and Mark Lee, on page 112 in MLA format?

• (Doe and Lee 112)

• (Doe, Lee 112)

• (Jane Doe and Lee 112)

• (Doe & Lee 112)

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If the author's name is mentioned in the sentence, what is the correct MLA in-text citation format for the book "Understanding History" by Alex Green, page 76?

• (Green 76)

• 76

• (76)

• (Alex 76)

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When citing a work with no known author, using the title "Global Warming Facts" on page 55, what is the correct MLA format?

• ("Global Warming Facts" 55)

• (Global Warming 55)

• ("Global Warming Facts", 55)

• (55 "Global Warming Facts")

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Which of the following is the correct MLA in-text citation for a work with three authors, using the first author's last name and page 30?

• (Brown et al. 30)

• (Brown, et al 30)

• (Brown 30)

• (Brown et 30)

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How is central idea different from theme?

• Theme incudes specific names and details from the text.

• Central idea includes specific names and details from the text.

• The central idea tells the lesson or moral of the text.

• The theme is the main topic or focus of the text.

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True or False: The central idea is directly tied to the author's main point or argument.

• False

• True

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Being able to identify the central idea of a text shows...

• that you can cite evidence from the text.

• that you know how to write.

• that you understand the text.

• that you like what you are reading.

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Why are we working on central idea in high school?

• The central idea is harder to identify in complex texts.

• Identifying the central idea is a new standard in high school.

• The central idea is very easy and it is ridiculous that we are still learning about it.

• Analyzing the central idea involves more than identifying it.

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In complex texts, the central idea...

• is stated and can be quoted directly from the text.

• is implied, not stated, meaning you must rely on clues in the text to find it.

• is not directly said by the author, meaning you must draw conclusions.

• is said in the title, and therefore, copying the title is a great way to find the central idea.

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Which of the following is NOT a type of specific detail that could support the central idea?

• points made

• events

• conversations

• citations

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True or false: You do not have to read all of the supporting details to determine the central idea.

• True

• False

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True or False: One supporting detail could change what your central idea says.

• True

• False