The Return - Vocabulary & Literary Devices

Which of the following is the best definition for the word "sprawling"?

• Something that is neat and organized.

• Something that is small and cramped.

• Something that is spread out in an untidy way.

• Something that is moving quickly.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following is the best synonym for the word "serpentine"?

• Straight

• Wavy

• Angular

• Circular

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following is an example of something that is "compact"?

• A large, spacious room.

• A cluttered and disorganized space.

• A small and cramped room.

• A room with many decorations.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following is the best antonym for the word "sprawling"?

• Neat

• Tidy

• Small

• Compact

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following is an example of something that is "serpentine"?A straight, narrow road.

• A straight, narrow road.

• A winding river.

• A circular staircase.

• A square-shaped room.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which of the following is an example of foreshadowing?

• A character suddenly dies without any warning

• A character talks about their plans for the future

• A character discovers a mysterious object

• A character has a recurring dream about a particular situation

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Which of the following is an example of situational irony?

• A firefighter's house burns down

• A chef burns their food while cooking

• A bird watcher is afraid of birds

• A doctor becomes sick and needs to be hospitalized

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A

What is the purpose of foreshadowing and situational irony in literature?

• To confuse the reader

• To entertain the reader with unexpected twists

• To provide important information about the story

• To create suspense and tension

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5