Grade 8 Language Arts Quiz

What is the main idea of a story about a young girl who learns to appreciate her family's cultural traditions through the celebration of a traditional holiday?

• The importance of family

• The challenges of growing up

• The value of cultural traditions

• The difficulties of learning a new language

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In the story "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant, what is the theme?

• Wealth determines a person's value

• Honesty is the best policy

• Appearances can be deceiving

• Hard work always pays off

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is an example of using evidence to support a claim?

• "I think the protagonist is brave because the text says, 'He faced his fears head-on, without a second thought.'"

• "The protagonist is probably wealthy because they seem very sophisticated."

• "I believe the story is set in the past because the characters use old-fashioned language."

• "The author's purpose is unclear, but I think they wanted to entertain readers."

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Which of the following is an example of figurative language?

• "The sun is very bright."

• "The wind whispered through the trees."

• "The car is red."

• "She ran quickly."

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

When identifying the theme in literature, it is important to consider:

• The author's biography

• The setting and plot

• The length of the text

• The genre of the story

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the phrase "time is a thief" best exemplify?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

In analyzing a text for the main idea, which of the following is NOT a step you should take?

• Identify supporting details

• Consider the title and headings

• Focus on the author's use of language

• Ignore the introduction and conclusion

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which of the following best supports the claim that "In 'The Gift of the Magi,' O. Henry uses irony to enhance the story's theme"?

• Describing the setting of the story

• Quoting the passage where Della finds out the value of her sacrifice

• Discussing the characters' motivations

• Explaining the historical context of the story

What is the purpose of using figurative language in literature?

• To make the text longer

• To clarify technical terms

• To add depth and meaning

• To simplify complex ideas for younger readers

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Identifying the theme in literature often requires looking at which of the following elements?

• The author's previous works

• The characters' dialogue and actions

• The number of pages in the book

• The book's cover design

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2