Soph ELA B Final Exam Review

Why might an author mention personal experience in a letter to an audience?

• To confuse the reader

• To show bias

• To build trust with the audience

• To criticize others

What effect does an emotional appeal (pathos) usually have?

• Use facts and data

• Make the audience feel something

• Show author’s expertise

• Provide logical reasons

Which choice shows a logical appeal (logos)?

• “Think about how sad this is.”

• “I have worked here for 10 years.”

• “Research shows 80% success rate.”

• “My friend says so.”

Why would a writer mention respecting traditions in a letter?

• To confuse readers

• To criticize culture

• To boast about knowledge

• To show respect and build credibility

How does mentioning shared history between writer and audience help persuasion?

• It shows weakness

• It confuses readers

• It builds connection and trust

• It shows authority only

What literary device is used when a character warns of future troubles?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Foreshadowing

• Alliteration

If a character doubts their decisions, they are showing:

• Joy

• Anger

• Insecurity

• Confidence

The use of a storm to represent chaos is an example of:

• Hyperbole

• Personification

• Symbolism

• Irony

Which word best describes a leader who refuses to listen?

• Open-minded

• Stubborn

• Caring

• Wise

When a character’s actions contradict their words, this is:

• Foreshadowing

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Symbolism