English II Pre-Assessment

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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CCSS.L.9-10.1

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

"Her smile was as bright as the sun" is an example of which literary device?

• Irony

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Symbol

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CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What is the primary meaning or definition of a word called?

• Connotation

• Denotation

• Simile

• Metaphor

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

For writing, what does ECR stand for?

• Exceptional Created Response

• Extended Constructed Response

• Exceptional Constructed Response

• Extended Created Response

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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CCSS.W.9-10.2

Which of the following terms refers to the emotional attitude conveyed in a piece of writing?

• Tone

• Theme

• Symbol

• Archetype

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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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CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which term refers to the act of adding notes and comments to a text to provide explanations or interpretations?

• Annotating

• Cite Evidence

• Imagery

• Characterization