What should you do to summarize a paragraph?

Recap what you’ve read in a single sentence.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a theme in literature?

An insight that allows you to form a connection to the real world.

A big idea about life and experiences.

Which of the following is true for theme in literature?

It expresses the author’s point of view about a topic.

It is written as a single word.

It is usually directly stated within the text.

Why is it important to study characterization?

To understand how characters change and grow

To learn about different writing styles

To focus on plot development only

What is a key trait of a flat character?

Displays one perspective or point of view

Which of the following is an example of a round character?

Mr. Boone from "The Scholarship Jacket"

What is a static character?

A character that remains the same from beginning to end of the story.

A character that changes throughout the story.

A character that appears only once in the story.

A character that is the main protagonist.

Which of the following is an example of a static character?

Marta from "The Scholarship Jacket"

What is direct characterization?

The writer directly states the personality trait.

The writer indirectly states the personality trait.

The writer reveals the character’s personality through actions.

The writer uses other characters to describe the personality.

Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

"He jumped out of his seat when the bell rang."

"She walked into the room, her head held high."

"He always helped others without expecting anything in return."

What is indirect characterization?

The writer reveals the character’s personality through actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

The writer directly states the personality trait.

The writer uses a narrator to describe the personality.

The writer uses only physical descriptions to reveal the character.

How does a reader infer a character’s personality in indirect characterization?

By combining several examples or pieces of evidence from different parts of the story.

By reading the character’s direct statements.

By looking at the character’s physical appearance.

By reading the author’s notes.

What is the definition of alliteration?

Repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of nearby words

A reference that simplifies complex ideas and emotions

Using deliberate exaggeration to create an effect

The use of figurative and descriptive language to appeal to the five senses

Which of the following is an example of alliteration?

My puppy makes pepperoni pizza.

I waited an eternity for my package to arrive from Amazon.

Jonas’s name comes from Jonah.

I stepped into the kitchen and smelled the soft, freshly baked fudge brownies.

A reference that simplifies complex ideas and emotions by briefly mentioning something or someone important

Repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of nearby words

Using deliberate exaggeration to create an effect

The use of figurative and descriptive language to appeal to the five senses

Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?

I waited an eternity for my package to arrive from Amazon.

My puppy makes pepperoni pizza.

Jonas’s name comes from Jonah.

I stepped into the kitchen and smelled the soft, freshly baked fudge brownies.

What is the definition of imagery?

The use of figurative and descriptive language to appeal to the five senses

Repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of nearby words

A reference that simplifies complex ideas and emotions

Using deliberate exaggeration to create an effect

Which of the following is an example of imagery?

I stepped into the kitchen and smelled the soft, freshly baked fudge brownies.

My puppy makes pepperoni pizza.

I waited an eternity for my package to arrive from Amazon.

Jonas’s name comes from Jonah.

What does the term "tone" refer to in literary elements?

The author’s attitude toward the subject they are writing about.

The emotional effect that a writer's word choices have on the reader.

Using an object to represent another object, person, idea, or feeling.

When the opposite of what is expected occurs.

What is an example of symbolism in literature?

The scholarship jacket represents Marta’s hard work and dedication to her studies.

William is hopeful that his windmill will work in the story "Winds of Hope."

Johnny carries a knife even though Pony says he is the most law-abiding greaser.

Marta is angry over discriminatory practices in "The Scholarship Jacket."

What does Irony mean in literary terms?

When the opposite of what is expected occurs.

The author’s attitude toward the subject they are writing about.

The emotional effect that a writer's word choices have on the reader.

Using an object to represent another object, person, idea, or feeling.

Which of the following is an example of verbal irony?

Stating during a thunderstorm, "beautiful weather we're having"

The characters in The Wizard of Oz already having what they are asking for from the wizard

Which of the following is an example of situational irony?

Stating during a thunderstorm, "beautiful weather we're having"

The characters in The Wizard of Oz already having what they are asking for from the wizard

In the plot of The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum, what is ironic about the characters' situation?

They already have what they are asking for from the wizard

What is the purpose of backwards proofreading?

To check for spelling and capitalization errors

To check for proper punctuation

To check for sentence structure

Vocabulary Quiz

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English

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7th Grade

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CCSS

L.7.6, RI.9-10.4, RI.7.4

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does "general sense" mean in the context of understanding unfamiliar words?

Asking questions about the passage to guess the meaning of the unfamiliar word

Ignoring the unfamiliar word and continuing reading

Looking up the unfamiliar word in a dictionary

Asking someone else for the meaning of the unfamiliar word

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which element of plot structure introduces the characters, setting, background information, mood of the story, theme, and conflict?

Exposition

Rising Action

Climax

Resolution

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of the Rising Action in a plot structure?

To introduce the characters and setting

To create tension and suspense by developing the conflict

To resolve the main problem

To conclude the story

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At which point in the plot structure does the conflict reach its peak and needs to be solved?

Exposition

Rising Action

Climax

Falling Action

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens during the Falling Action in a plot structure?

The main problem starts to get resolved and tension decreases

The characters are introduced

The conflict reaches its peak

The story concludes

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which element of plot structure involves the conclusion or solution to the conflict and characters adjusting to a new normal?

Exposition

Rising Action

Climax

Resolution

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in identifying the main idea of a paragraph?

Summarize the paragraph.

Identify the topic.

Look for repetition.

Review the first and last sentences.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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70 questions

What does "general sense" mean in the context of understanding unfamiliar words?

Which element of plot structure introduces the characters, setting, background information, mood of the story, theme, and conflict?

What is the main purpose of the Rising Action in a plot structure?

At which point in the plot structure does the conflict reach its peak and needs to be solved?

What happens during the Falling Action in a plot structure?

Which element of plot structure involves the conclusion or solution to the conflict and characters adjusting to a new normal?

What is the first step in identifying the main idea of a paragraph?

What should you do to summarize a paragraph?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a theme in literature?

What should you look for to identify repetition in a paragraph?

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