Literary Analysis Quiz

Interpret the character development of Lizabeth in "Marigolds" by Eugenia W. Collier. How does her understanding of compassion evolve throughout the story?

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Compare and contrast the themes of identity in "Why I Lied to Everyone About Knowing Karate" and "The Necklace." How do the protagonists' perceptions of themselves influence their actions?

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Summarize the main idea of "I Have a Dream" by Martin Luther King Jr. in one sentence.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Interpret the character development of Mathilde Loisel in "The Necklace." How does her character change from the beginning to the end of the story?

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Compare and contrast the use of symbolism in "Marigolds" and "The Necklace." How do the symbols in each story enhance the themes?

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Summarize the main idea of "The Future in My Arms" by Edwidge Danticat in one sentence.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Match the following literary devices with their definitions: 1. Metaphor 2. Simile 3. Personification 4. Hyperbole A. A comparison using "like" or "as" B. An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally C. A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable D. The attribution of human characteristics to something non-human

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Identify the literary device used in the following excerpt from "I Have a Dream" by Martin Luther King Jr.: "Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred."

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Evaluate the narrative perspective in "Why I Lied to Everyone About Knowing Karate." How does the use of first-person narration affect the story's reliability?

• It makes the story more objective and factual

• It introduces bias and subjectivity

• It provides multiple viewpoints

• It distances the reader from the protagonist's thoughts

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Analyze the motif of dreams in "Marigolds." How does this motif contribute to the overall message of the story?

• It highlights the contrast between reality and aspirations

• It emphasizes the importance of childhood innocence

• It underscores the inevitability of change

• It illustrates the power of hope and resilience

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2