HPHS (PGCPS) Summer School 23 English 11 Pre-Test
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English
11th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
1. Based on this passage, identify Henry’s main purpose for this speech.
to challenge the British king for his abuses
to suggest that the colonists abolish social classes
to persuade the Virginia Convention to fight for freedom
to persuade colonists in Virginia to attend the Virginia Convention
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
2. Which statement most accurately describes Henry’s use of rhetorical devices in this passage?
He uses an anecdote in paragraph 2.
He uses rhetorical questions in both paragraphs.
He uses parallel structure in every sentence.
He uses understatement frequently.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
3. Which of his listeners’ concerns does Henry anticipate and respond to in this passage?
the concern that their decision will lead to violence
the concern that their decision may divide public opinion
the concern that they do not have the same interests as Massachusetts
the concern that they may lose their slaves if Britain wins the conflict
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
4. The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B.
Part A Which of the following assumptions does Patrick Henry make in the passage?
All human beings are born equal.
It is worth risking your life to fight for political freedom.
Virginia has little in common with Massachusetts.
Once war has begun, there is no point in questioning its cause.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
4. Part B Which sentence from paragraph 2 best supports the answer to Part A?
4. Part B Which sentence from paragraph 2 best supports the answer to Part A?
Gentlemen may cry, “Peace, peace”—but there is no peace.
The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms!
Our brethren are already in the field!
I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
6.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
5. Based on his word choice and rhetorical devices, identify the best description of Henry’s tone in this passage. Choose two options.
unemotional
discouraged
committed
cautious
urgent
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
6. In this passage, what does Henry’s figurative use of the words purchased and price in paragraph 2 suggest about those who choose safety over freedom?
It suggests that they do not value freedom enough.
It suggests that they are seeking more wealth.
It suggests that they are quite poor at heart.
It suggests that they will not find safety easily.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
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