FAST Practice Quiz

What is a "compare and contrast text structure"?

• A compare and contrast text structure focuses solely on the differences between topics.
• A compare and contrast text structure is used to list events in chronological order.
• A compare and contrast text structure is a method to summarize a single topic.
• A compare and contrast text structure is a way to organize writing that examines the similarities and differences between two or more topics.

What is a "chronological text structure"?

• A chronological text structure focuses on the cause and effect of events.
• A chronological text structure compares different events.
• A chronological text structure lists information randomly.
• A chronological text structure presents information in the order of time.

What is the "author's perspective"?

• The author's perspective is the length of the writing.
• The author's perspective refers to the book's genre.
• The author's perspective is the author's biography.
• The author's perspective is their unique point of view in writing.

What should be included in the "summary" of a story?

• Detailed character backstories
• Author's personal opinions
• Central idea and key details.

• Historical context of the story

What is a "description text structure"?

• A description text structure organizes information by detailing characteristics and attributes of a subject.
• A description text structure presents arguments to persuade the reader.
• A description text structure compares and contrasts two subjects.
• A description text structure summarizes events in chronological order.

What is a "problem and solution text structure"?

• A text structure that outlines a problem and offers solutions.
• A narrative style that focuses on character development and plot.
• A text structure that only describes a problem without solutions.
• A format used exclusively for scientific research papers.

What is a "primary source"?

• A primary source is an original document or firsthand account.
• A primary source is a fictional story or narrative.
• A primary source is a secondary analysis of data.
• A primary source is a summary of events.

What is "imagery"?

• Imagery is descriptive language that creates sensory (5 senses) experiences.

• Imagery refers to the use of metaphors only.
• Imagery is a type of painting technique.
• Imagery is a form of visual art that focuses on color.

What is "hyperbole"?

• Hyperbole is a type of metaphor.
• Hyperbole refers to a literal statement.
• Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim.
• Hyperbole is a synonym for understatement.

What does "characterization" mean?

• Characterization is the act of creating a setting in a story.
• Characterization refers to the process of analyzing a plot.
• Characterization is the way an author develops characters to reveal their traits or qualities

• Characterization means summarizing the main events of a narrative.