Unit 2 REVIEW

In the following excerpt, what does the "storm" most likely symbolize?

"As the storm raged outside, Maria sat by the window, feeling as if the turmoil in the sky mirrored her own emotions—anger, confusion, and sadness swirling together in her heart."

• A literal weather event

• Maria's internal struggles

• The arrival of a guest

• A peaceful resolution

The Whispering Trees

What is the rhyme scheme of the poem?

The Whispering Trees

In the quiet of the night, the trees confide,
Their secrets rustle with the breeze, so wide.
The moonlight dances on their swaying arms,
A symphony of shadows, endless charms.

Each leaf a story, told with gentle care,
A whisper carried through the cool night air.
The forest hums a tune, both deep and bright,
A world alive, yet hidden out of sight.

• ABAB CDCD

• AABB CCDD

• ABCB DEFE

• ABBA CDDC

How does the poet personify the trees in the poem?

The Whispering Trees

In the quiet of the night, the trees confide
Their secrets rustle with the breeze, so wide.
The moonlight dances on their swaying arms,
A symphony of shadows, endless charms.

Each leaf a story, told with gentle care,
A whisper carried through the cool night air.
The forest hums a tune, both deep and bright,
A world alive, yet hidden out of sight.

• By describing them as part of the forest

• By giving them human-like qualities, such as whispering and swaying arms

• By comparing them to shadows

• By stating they are alive and bright

Which line contributes most to the rhythm of the poem?

The Whispering Trees

In the quiet of the night, the trees confide,
Their secrets rustle with the breeze, so wide.
The moonlight dances on their swaying arms,
A symphony of shadows, endless charms.

Each leaf a story, told with gentle care,
A whisper carried through the cool night air.
The forest hums a tune, both deep and bright,
A world alive, yet hidden out of sight.

• "In the quiet of the night, the trees confide"

• "Each leaf a story, told with gentle care"

• "The moonlight dances on their swaying arms"

The clock ticked louder in the silence of the room. As Sarah reached for the doorknob, she hesitated. A faint creak came from the hallway behind her. She froze, holding her breath, listening for any other sound.

How does the author increase suspense in this passage?

• By using sensory details and a slow pace

• By describing Sarah’s thoughts in detail

• By explaining what caused the creak in the hallway

• By ending the story abruptly

"The branches of the ancient oak reached toward the heavens like desperate hands, clawing for light."

What is the effect of the figurative language in this sentence?

• It shows that the tree is very tall.

• It gives the tree a lifelike, emotional quality.

• It describes how trees grow in the forest.

• It creates a happy, carefree mood.

In the excerpt below, what does the "bridge" most likely symbolize?

"As Mia stood on the bridge, staring at the rushing water below, she thought about the choice ahead—two paths leading to two completely different futures."

• A physical structure over a river

• The challenges in Mia's life

• A decision or transition in Mia's life

• Mia's fear of water

Which of the following words contributes most to the tense tone in the following passage?

"As the door slowly creaked open, a shadow fell across the room, and my pulse quickened."

• 
  Slowly

• 
  Creaked

• Shadow

• Quickened

What is the central idea of the passage?

Wolves play a critical role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems. By hunting deer and other large herbivores, wolves prevent overgrazing, which helps plants and trees thrive. This, in turn, supports other species, such as birds and insects, that rely on these plants for food and shelter. When wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone National Park, the landscape began to recover, demonstrating the importance of these apex predators in sustaining healthy environments.

• Wolves are dangerous predators that hunt deer.

• Yellowstone National Park is home to many species of animals.

• Wolves are essential for maintaining balanced ecosystems.

• Birds and insects depend on trees for food and shelter.

"Deforestation leads to biodiversity loss, a term used to describe the decline in the variety of plant and animal species in a particular ecosystem. This reduction affects the stability and health of the environment as a whole."

What does the phrase biodiversity loss most likely mean in the passage?

• The destruction of forests

• 
  The extinction of specific animals

• A decrease in the variety of living species

• An increase in environmental health