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

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

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

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

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."

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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."

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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

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

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

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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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

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.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

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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

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2