Exploring 7th Grade Literary Terms

What is figurative language, and how does it enhance a text?

• Figurative language is a literary tool that enhances a text by adding depth, imagery, and emotional resonance.

• Figurative language is only used in poetry.

• Figurative language simplifies the text by removing complex ideas.

• Figurative language has no impact on the reader's emotions.

Identify an example of symbolism in a story and explain its significance.

• The blue curtains in 'The Great Gatsby' represent sadness.

• The green light in 'The Great Gatsby' symbolizes Gatsby's unattainable dreams.

• The clock in 'The Great Gatsby' symbolizes time travel.

• The yellow car in 'The Great Gatsby' signifies wealth and success.

How does the author develop the main character throughout the narrative?

• The author develops the main character through repetitive actions and dialogue.

• The author develops the main character through dreams and fantasies.

• The author develops the main character through challenges, inner thoughts, and relationships.

• The author develops the main character by focusing solely on their physical appearance.

What themes are present in the text, and how are they conveyed?

• Themes of love and betrayal are present in the text.

• Themes of adventure and exploration are conveyed through the characters.

• Themes of resilience and identity are present in the text.

• Themes of technology and innovation are highlighted in the narrative.

Analyze the tone of the passage. What words contribute to this tone?

• The tone is primarily factual and objective.

• The tone of the passage is determined by emotionally charged words.

• The tone is neutral and lacks emotional words.

• The tone is sarcastic and dismissive.

How does the use of imagery affect the reader's understanding of the setting?

• Imagery only describes characters, not the setting.

• Imagery confuses the reader about the time period of the setting.

• Imagery makes the setting less important to the story.

• Imagery enhances the reader's understanding of the setting by creating vivid mental pictures that evoke emotions and sensory experiences.

Identify a metaphor in the text and discuss its impact on the overall meaning.

• The metaphor 'life is a journey' emphasizes the importance of travel.

• The metaphor 'love is a battlefield' illustrates the struggles of relationships.

• The metaphor 'time is a thief' highlights the fleeting nature of time.

• The metaphor 'the world is a stage' suggests everyone plays a role.

What role does dialogue play in character development in the story?

• Dialogue only serves to advance the plot without affecting characters.

• Dialogue is primarily used for comic relief and has no impact on character depth.

• Characters are developed solely through their actions, not dialogue.

• Dialogue is essential for revealing character traits and facilitating character development.

How does the author’s choice of words influence the mood of the text?

• The author's choice of words has no impact on the mood.

• The author's choice of words only affects the character development.

• The author's choice of words shapes the mood by evoking specific emotions and creating an atmosphere.

• The mood is determined solely by the plot structure.

Discuss how the structure of the text contributes to its themes or messages.

• The themes are only conveyed through the author's biography.

• The structure complicates the understanding of the main ideas.

• The text's structure is irrelevant to its themes.

• The structure of the text enhances its themes by organizing content in a way that emphasizes key messages and relationships between ideas.