What is the effect of contrasting the experience of a free bird with those of a captive bird?

to emphasize the horrors of the injustices faced by the captive bird.

to demonstrate the free bird's drive to live.

to demonstrate that the captive bird has accepted his situation.

to emphasize the advantages afforded the free bird.

Which quotation most clearly supports the author emphasizing the horrors of the injustices faced by the captive bird?

But a bird that stalks / down his narrow cage / can seldom see through / his bars of rage / his wings are clipped and his feet are tied / so he opens his throat to sing.

A free bird leaps / on the back of the wind / and floats downstream / till the current ends / and dips his wing / in the orange sun rays / and dares to claim the sky

The free bird thinks of another breeze / and the trade winds soft through the signing trees / and the fat worms waiting on a dawn bright lawn / and he names the sky his own.

the fat worms waiting on a dawn bright lawn.

What does the caged bird's song represent?

the resilience of those who are oppressed but yearn for freedom.

the ability of life to adapt to new surroundings.

the foolishness of wanting what one cannot get.

the longing for community among those who face oppression.

What is the poem's extended metaphor?

The caged bird represents people who are oppressed or denied of rights.

can seldom see through / his bars of rage

But a caged bird stands on the grave of dreams

the caged bird sings of freedom.

Which statement best describes the speaker?

He is suffering from the loss of his beloved.

He is celebrating his great love.

He is fantasizing about love's enormous potential.

He is recalling the many joys and sorrows in his life.

What details create a Gothic setting?

The dreary December night and the dark, shadowy chamber.

What details create a Gothic setting?

The narrator is nodding off and falling asleep.

Which line contains an example of internal rhyme (rhyme within a line)?

Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary,

Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore--

As of someone gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door.

"'Tis some visitor," I muttered, "tapping at my chamber door--"

Read the following stanza: But the Raven still beguiling my sad fancy into smiling, Straight I wheeled a cushioned seat in front of bird, and bust, and door; Then, upon the velvet sinking, I betook myself to linking Fancy unto fancy, thinking what this ominous bird of yore— 5 What this grim, ungainly, ghastly, gaunt, and ominous bird of yore Meant in croaking, “Nevermore.” Which aspect of this stanza show the narrator's feelings towards the raven changing?

the list of adjectives in the fifth line: "What this grim, ungainly, ghastly, gaunt, and ominous bird of yore"

the rhyme of “beguiling” and “smiling” in the first line and “sinking” and “linking” in the third line

the series “bird, and bust, and door” in the second line

the use of the word "croaking" in the last line

Which line contains an example of alliteration?

And the silken, sad, uncertain rustling of each purple curtain

Eagerly I wished the morrow--vainly I had sought to borrow

Perched, and sat, and nothing more.

Which of the following best describes rulers who govern by tyranny?

They exercise absolute, unchecked power.

They guarantee legal equality for all.

They encourage input from advisors.

They make all decisions slowly and carefully.

What sort of person can best be described as subversive?

someone who is plotting a rebellion.

someone who is mourning a loss.

someone who has learned a new skill.

In which sentence can the relationship between nations best be described as asunder?

The nations are former allies that have split apart in disagreement.

The nations have just signed a peace treaty and become allies.

One nation is helping the other to rebuild after a disaster.

One nation has aided the other in a time of war.

What is the central idea of FDR's speech?

The Japanese government deceived the U.S. government and launched a planned surprise attack against nations throughout the Pacific.

The United States and other countries should reduce their arms so no nation will be a threat to another.

Giving people freedom will lead to a more stable world.

He is criticizing people who try to avoid war because it would affect their lifestyle.

Which key detail from the speech best supports the central idea?

“the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago” (paragraph 4)

“The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian Islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces” (paragraph 5)

“the Japanese ambassador to the United States and his colleague delivered to our Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message” (paragraph 3)

What is the effect of Roosevelt’s use of parallelism in listing the attacks on Hong Kong, Guam, the Philippines, Wake Island, and Midway Island?

It emphasizes that Japan has attacked multiple locations in a coordinated surprise attack.

He is suggesting that people will be inspired to defend their way of life if they can enjoy their lives.

He is making a general appeal to leaders around the world.

He is suggesting that the United States should offer financial support.

Which set of words from the passage has the most negative connotation?

solicitation, formal, diplomatic

In what way did Roosevelt's "Four Freedoms" speech foreshadow the events at Pearl Harbor?

He emphasized the need for Americans to prepare for war.

He warned Congress about the dangers of reducing weapons.

He cautioned that Pearl Harbor was specifically in danger.

He stressed the importance of America attacking the enemy first.

Which sentence includes charged language (words and phrases that have strong positive or negative connotations) that appeals to listeners’ emotions?

“During the intervening time the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace.” (paragraph 4)

“[T]he Japanese ambassador to the United States and his colleague delivered to our Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message.” (paragraph 3)

“In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu.” (paragraph 5)

“Last night the Japanese attacked Wake Island.” (paragraph 10)

What is the writer's purpose in this passage?

To convince readers that the country should move toward mandatory voting

To urge more people to move to Australia

To support the country's establishment of a plutocracy

To inform readers about compulsory voting

Which sentence from the passage states the author’s claim?

The United States should make it mandatory for all eligible voters to vote in national elections.” (sentence 1)

“Compulsory voting is not a new idea: More than 20 nations already require eligible voters to vote.” (sentence 2)

“A democracy is a country ruled by the people.” (sentence 9)

“If we do not include all voters, in no time at all we will be a plutocracy, and ordinary people will lose their rights.” (sentence 11)

Sentences 2–4 help develop the author’s claim by

providing an example of a positive effect of compulsory voting.

sharing the author’s personal opinion that voluntary voting is old-fashioned.

stating an expert’s opinion about the percentage of Americans who will vote if required to do so.

telling a brief story about what happens to mandatory voters in 20 nations.

What does the parallelism in lines 9 and 10 try to communicate?

the difference between a democracy and a plutocracy

what a democracy and a plutocracy have in common

how regular people and the wealthy few are related

What is the rhetoric?

The art or skill of speaking or writing formally and effectively especially as a way to persuade or influence people.

The underlying message or big idea of a talk, book, film or other work

Language characterized by figures of speech (e.g., metaphor, symbolism)

The author’s attitude toward a topic or subject.

What is the main effect of using charged language in a speech?

It appeals to the audience's emotions.

It provides factual information.

It lists the main events in order.

It explains the historical context.

What details create a Gothic setting?

The dreary December night and the dark, shadowy chamber.

The narrator is nodding off and falling asleep.

The narrator is scared because he thinks someone is at his door.

What is the significance of the alliteration in stanza 1: "weak and weary"?

It stresses the physical and mental condition of the narrator

W is near the end of the alphabet signifying the end of Lenore's life

It helps set the tone that is upbeat

Which line contains an example of internal rhyme?

Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary,

Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore--

As of someone gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door.

"'Tis some visitor," I muttered, "tapping at my chamber door--"

Which line contains an example of alliteration?

And the silken, sad, uncertain rustling of each purple curtain

Eagerly I wished the morrow--vainly I had sought to borrow

Perched, and sat, and nothing more.

Which aspect of this stanza most clearly adds to the feeling of tension or dread in these lines?

the addition of a number of descriptive words to “ominous bird of yore” in the fifth line, suggesting a growing frenzy

the rhyme of “beguiling” and “smiling” in the first line and “sinking” and “linking” in the third line, suggesting a growing sadness

the series “bird, and bust, and door” in the second line, suggesting a clear progression toward madness

the use of the word croaking in the last line, suggesting a growing fear of the raven

What can readers infer from the poem's conclusion?

The narrator is even more consumed by grief and despair.

The narrator finds peace and acceptance of his loss.

The Raven flies away, leaving the narrator in silence.

The narrator confronts the raven and forces it to speak again.

In which of the following situations would entreating be most appropriate?

when begging a friend to accept an apology

when discussing the clues to a difficult puzzle

when boasting about a personal accomplishment

when providing information or directions to a visitor

If a person were to implore a friend to accompany her, which of the following actions would most likely occur?

She would plead, “I really, really want you to come with me!”

She would scold, “I dare you to come with me.”

She would suggest, “I hope you will enjoy coming with me.”

She would explain, “I know you will enjoy coming with me!”

2025 Fall Exam--English II

Authored by Megan Evans

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9th - 12th Grade

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Read the dictionary entry. offensive \uh-FEN-sive or AW-fen-siv\ adj. 1. causing resentment, hurt, or anger 2. unpleasant to the senses n. 3. an aggressive movement or attack 4. the position or attitude of aggression Which definition matches the meaning of the word offensive as it is used in paragraph 12 of the speech?

definition 1

definition 2

definition 3

definition 4

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What is the definition of rhetoric?

speaking or writing that is intended to persuade.

the study of ancient languages and their historical contexts.

a practice focused solely on conveying factual information without using any literary devices.

the rules of grammar and standard conventions of the written word.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

What rhetorical device is an appeal to logic and reason?

ethos

pathos

logos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

What rhetorical device is an appeal to authority and credibility?

ethos

pathos

logos

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

What rhetorical device is an appeal to the emotions of the audience?

ethos

pathos

logos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

Why does the poem begin with a stanza about the free bird?

to symbolize that everyone starts life with the same opportunities.

to introduce the theme of nature and wildlife before discussing deeper themes.

to suggest that the free bird represents a more powerful, dominant force over the caged bird.

to contrast the freedom of the free bird with the captivity of the caged bird.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.11

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the life the free bird?

difficult to predict

easy and enjoyable

easy to take for granted

frightening but exciting

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

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2025 Fall Exam--English II

What is the definition of rhetoric?

What rhetorical device is an appeal to logic and reason?

What rhetorical device is an appeal to authority and credibility?

What rhetorical device is an appeal to the emotions of the audience?

Why does the poem begin with a stanza about the free bird?

How does the speaker describe the life the free bird?

Why does the poem begin with a stanza about the free bird?

How does the speaker describe the life the free bird?

What does the caged bird do to show its yearning for freedom?

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