Rhetorical Appeals and Literary Devices Quiz

What is the main purpose of using symbolism in literature?

• To describe characters

• To hint at a deeper meaning

• To confuse readers

• To extend plot

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Which of these is an objective statement?

• I think this book is boring.

• The book contains 200 pages.

• This author writes poorly.

• The plot is the best part.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Which of the following is an example of a metaphor?

• The wind whispered.

• Life is a rollercoaster.

• She ran like the wind.

• He is as strong as a lion.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

The theme of a text refers to:

• Its setting

• Its underlying message

• The main characters

• The literary devices used

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What effect does foreshadowing have on a reader?

• Makes them feel closure

• Creates suspense

• Confuses the plot

• Introduces humor

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

The word 'benevolent' means:

• Hostile

• Kind and generous

• Indifferent

• Curious

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

The context of a sentence helps to:

• Understand unknown words

• Identify synonyms

• Ignore main ideas

• Translate text directly

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which of the following is an example of a fragment?

• The student completed her assignment.

• Running to catch the bus.

• She went to the store and bought groceries.

• I will attend the meeting after lunch.

In Greek mythology, who is known as the god of the underworld?

• Zeus

• Poseidon

• Hades

• Apollo

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Which character in a story is often the protagonist's main opponent?

• The narrator

• The antagonist

• The mentor

• The sidekick

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3