English I Unit 1 Review

Which statement best defines the theme of a story?

• The events that happen in the plot

• The central idea or message conveyed by the story

• The names of the main characters

• The climax of the story

“In the quiet of the night, Maya looked out over the horizon, where the sun had set hours ago. She thought about the long journey that lay ahead, filled with uncertainties and challenges. But she also knew that within her was the strength to face whatever came her way. The night was dark, but she believed in the dawn that would come soon enough.” What is the theme of the passage?

• The inevitability of failure

• The importance of hope and resilience

• The joy of completing a journey

• The fear of the unknown

Which of the following is an example of a theme in literature?

• Love conquers all

• A blue house on the hill

• The sound of a roaring river

• The number of pages in the book

“In the quiet of the night, Maya looked out over the horizon, where the sun had set hours ago. She thought about the long journey that lay ahead, filled with uncertainties and challenges. But she also knew that within her was the strength to face whatever came her way. The night was dark, but she believed in the dawn that would come soon enough.” How does the author develop the theme of resilience?

• By describing Maya's fear of the dark

• By explaining Maya's thoughts about her uncertain journey

• By showing how Maya is unsure of herself

• By focusing on the challenges of traveling at night

“The storm hit the town like a hammer smashing through glass, leaving everything in its path shattered and broken. Trees lay across roads like fallen soldiers in a battlefield.” What is the effect of the simile "Trees lay across roads like fallen soldiers in a battlefield"?

• It emphasizes the weakness of the trees 

• It compares the destruction of the storm to a war 

•  It describes how soldiers plant trees 

• It shows how organized the fallen trees are 

Which sentence contains a simile?

• The car roared to life.

• He was as fast as lightning.

• The stars are jewels in the sky.

• The book was old and dusty.

What is the author’s purpose if a text is intended to inform the reader?

• To persuade

• To entertain

• To provide facts or information

• To express personal feelings

If an author is trying to convince the reader to take a specific action, what is their purpose?

• To entertain

• To persuade

• To inform

• To explain

"In this article, I will explain why eating locally grown food benefits both your health and the environment. By purchasing from local farmers, you reduce your carbon footprint, support your community, and gain access to fresher, more nutritious food." What is the author’s main purpose in this text?

• To entertain the reader with a story

• To inform the reader about the benefits of eating locally grown food

• To argue against eating locally grown food

• To persuade the reader to avoid buying local food

Which of the following is a proper noun?

• Teacher

• Dog

• London