PSAT 8&9 Practice Test 1

PSAT 8&9 Practice Test 1

Assessment

Flashcard

English

8th - 9th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of including a conversation in a narrative?

Back

To set the scene and reveal character emotions, such as discomfort or tension.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the term 'complimentary' mean?

Back

Admiring or expressing praise.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the term 'enlighten' mean?

Back

To instruct or provide knowledge.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a complete sentence?

Back

A group of words that expresses a complete thought, e.g., 'Jim ate the sandwich.'

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'overtakes' most nearly mean in a narrative context?

Back

To pass or move ahead of something.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can dialogue contribute to character development?

Back

It reveals character traits, motivations, and relationships through their spoken words.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of setting in a story?

Back

It provides context for the characters' actions and influences the plot.

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