Mid-term Study Guide 4

Mid-term Study Guide 4

10th Grade

30 Qs

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Mid-term Study Guide 4

Mid-term Study Guide 4

Assessment

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English

10th Grade

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CCSS
L.4.5, RL.2.4, RL.9-10.9

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During a thunderstorm, Anika hears the word "boom" used to describe the sound of thunder. What does this use of the word "boom" represent?

A comparison using "like" or "as"

A word that imitates the sound it represents

Repetition of initial consonant sounds

Repetition of vowel sounds

Answer explanation

Onomatopoeia refers to words that imitate the sounds they represent, such as 'buzz' for a bee or 'sizzle' for frying. This distinguishes it from other literary devices like similes or alliteration.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Abigail is reading a story and wants to understand why a character made a certain decision. What does context refer to in this situation?

The repetition of vowel sounds

The circumstances, background, or situation that help explain meaning

A comparison using "like" or "as"

An extreme exaggeration

Answer explanation

In literature, context refers to the circumstances, background, or situation that help explain the meaning of a text. It provides essential insights that enhance understanding, making it the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Ava is writing a poem for her school project. She wants to use alliteration to make her poem more interesting. Which of the following lines should Ava choose to include in her poem?

The lumpy, bumpy road

Hear the mellow wedding bells

Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers

We shall fight on the beaches

Answer explanation

Alliteration is the repetition of initial consonant sounds. 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers' features the repeated 'p' sound, making it a clear example of alliteration, unlike the other options.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

While reading a poem, Lily notices the repeated use of similar consonant sounds within or at the end of words, such as in the phrase "blank and think." What is this literary device called?

Repetition of initial consonant sounds

Repetition of consonant sounds within or at the end of words

Repetition of vowel sounds

Repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses

Answer explanation

Consonance refers to the repetition of consonant sounds within or at the end of words, creating a harmonious effect. This distinguishes it from alliteration, which focuses on initial consonant sounds, and assonance, which involves vowel sounds.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Samuel is writing a poem for his friend's wedding. He wants to use assonance in one of the lines. Which of the following lines should Samuel choose?

The lumpy, bumpy road

Hear the mellow wedding bells

Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers

We shall fight on the beaches

Answer explanation

Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words. In 'Hear the mellow wedding bells,' the long 'e' sound is repeated, making it the correct example of assonance compared to the other options.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Ava is giving a motivational speech to her classmates and says, "We will study for the exams, we will practice the problems, we will support each other until we succeed." Which literary device is used in her speech?

Metaphor

Anaphora

Simile

Onomatopoeia

Answer explanation

The phrase "We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds..." uses anaphora, which is the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses. This emphasizes determination and resolve.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Benjamin is reading a poem and comes across the line, "The classroom was a zoo." What tip can help him identify that this is a metaphor?

Look for the words "like" or "as"

Think of it as saying one thing is another

Focus on beginning sounds

Vowels echo, even if spelling differs

Answer explanation

A metaphor directly states that one thing is another, unlike a simile which uses "like" or "as". Therefore, thinking of it as saying one thing is another is the best tip for identifying a metaphor.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

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