Unit 2 review: Analyzing Texts and Their Meanings

What is the central idea of a text?

• The main character's personality

• The primary theme or message conveyed by the text

• The setting of the story

• The author's writing style

Which of the following best describes how an author might develop a central idea over the course of a text?

• By repeating the same sentence throughout the text

• By introducing new characters in each chapter

• By providing specific details and examples that support the idea

• By changing the setting frequently

What does the word "connotative" mean in the context of language?

• The literal meaning of a word

• The emotional or cultural associations attached to a word

• The technical definition of a word

• The historical origin of a word

How does the use of figurative language impact the tone of a text?

• It makes the text more factual

• It adds depth and emotion to the text

• It simplifies the text

• It makes the text more humorous

What is the purpose of analyzing the order in which an author presents ideas in a text?

• To determine the author's favorite idea

• To understand how the author builds their argument or narrative

• To find grammatical errors

• To count the number of ideas presented

Which of the following is an example of a technical meaning in a text?

• A metaphor describing a sunset

• A scientific term used in a biology textbook

• A character's nickname

• A humorous anecdote

How can specific word choices impact the tone of a text?

• They can make the text more difficult to understand

• They can create a specific mood or emotional response

• They can make the text longer

• They can change the text's format

What is the importance of citing textual evidence in an analysis?

• To make the text longer

• To support and validate your interpretations and claims

• To confuse the reader

• To summarize the text

Which of the following is a strong piece of textual evidence?

• A vague reference to a part of the text

• A direct quote that clearly supports your analysis

• A personal opinion about the text

• A summary of the entire text

What is the first step in determining the central idea of a text?

• Identifying the author's name

• Summarizing the text

• Reading the text carefully

• Counting the number of paragraphs