English II - Unit 1 Test Review

What is the purpose of dialogue in a narrative essay?

• to provide a logical structure for the essay

• to develop characters by displaying their interactions

• to connect one paragraph to the next in a logical way

• to tell the reader who the narrator is

In a narrative essay, how can a writer give background information that clarifies how the conflict arises?

• by reflecting on the solution

• by using a flashback

• by using more transitions

• by describing the falling action

In a narrative essay, a transitional word or phrase helps to

• clarify the conflict.

• develop characters.

• connect ideas.

• describe the setting.

Which punctuation serves to set dialogue apart from the rest of the text in a narrative?

• brackets

• parentheses

• quotation marks

• exclamation marks

Which sentence shows correct dialogue punctuation?

• I won't go near the stuff, he told me with a grimace.

• "Who took the last green chile breakfast burrito? I was going to eat it this morning." Hannah groaned.

• "Don't worry, I'm not going to tell anyone. But it's not that big a deal," whispered Jayden.

• Why are you staring at me, anyway?" Yasmin snapped.

Vivid imagery is often used to help the reader

• connect the ideas.

• identify the plot structure.

• recognize the dialogue.

• form a mental picture.

How does the verb phrase "ran after" compare to "raced after"?

• It is more specific.

• It is less vivid.

• It is more vivid.

• It is less general.

Which element of a text best helps the reader determine the central idea?

• extra commentary

• key details

• paragraph structure

• minor details

When a text encourages the reader to believe or do something, the author's purpose is

• to explain.

• to persuade.

• to inform.

• to entertain.

Which statement accurately define archetypes?

• They are based on stereotypes.

• They convey universal meanings and shared human experiences.

• They are flat and uncomplicated.

• They are good for breakfast.