Test Skills Review

What acronym did we learn to remember the indirect ways an author can tell us about a character?

• FACE

• STEAL

• READ

• LONG

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Rocky's cousin brought him to a party. Rocky didn't know anyone at the party. Shortly after getting there, Rocky's cousin disappeared. Rocky made a lot of new friends at this party and had a great time.

What character trait does Rocky demonstrate?

• Rude

• Outgoing

• Supportive

• Honest

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

"Wasn't that a great basketball game? I can't believe it went into overtime. How suspenseful!" said Wyatt.

"It was boring compared to a football game. Football is much more entertaining to watch than basketball," replied Noah.

Wyatt ignored his friend. Noah was always saying things like that. "Do you want some chips and salsa?"

"Not really," Noah answered. "Don't you have any normal potato chips in your house?"

Which character trait best describes Noah?

• charming

• selfish

• argumentative

• creative

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Craig is a football player training over the summer for next season. The coach demands that all players come in at 6:00 AM and lift weights until 8:00 AM, when practice begins. Craig gets there at 5:00 AM to begin his training.

What character trait does Craig exhibit?

• eager

• selfish

• encouraging

• dedicated

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is direct characterization?

• Direct characterization is the process of describing a character's traits or qualities directly through explicit statements or actions.

• Direct characterization is the process of describing a character's traits indirectly through implicit statements or actions.

• Direct characterization is the process of describing a character's traits through dialogue or conversations.

• Direct characterization is the process of describing a character's traits through the use of symbolism or metaphors.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is indirect characterization?

• Method of revealing a character's traits through flashbacks.

• Method of revealing a character's traits through direct statements by the author.

• Method of revealing a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, dialogue, appearance, or other characters' perceptions of them.

• Method of revealing a character's traits through physical appearance only.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Jake is Cassie's older brother. One day they are walking home from school when a cold front rolls in and the temperature drops 20 degrees. Jake is dressed more appropriately for the weather than Cassie. He takes off his hooded sweatshirt and offers it to her. She gratefully accepts. Jake is now colder, but he is happier.

What type of characterization is highlighted above?

• Says

• Thoughts

• Actions

• Looks

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Inference mean?

• finding details in a story
• Use clues and what you already know to come up with an idea
• Giving a reason for your answer
• Using what I know

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

To make an inference, we use evidence from the text, and our prior knowledge. 

• True
• False

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

 “Larry, as your boss, I must say it’s been very interesting working with you,” Miss Valdez said. “However, it seems that our company’s needs and your performance style are not well matched. Therefore, it makes me very sad to have to ask you to resign your position effective today.”
What was Miss Valdez telling Larry?   

• She would feel really bad if he decided to quit.
• He was being fired.
• He was getting a raise in pay.
• She really enjoyed having him in the office.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3