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English IV NCFE Review

Total questions: 49

Worksheet time: 1hrs 26mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

When the question asks you "how the author creates suspense," what should you do?

a)

Find specific details that show where the author is giving you clues about what will happen

b)

Find specific details that show where the author is holding back information or being vague to keep your attention

c)

Find words you don't know and guess what they mean

d)

Take an educated guess

2.

When the question asks you to "make a inference based on a specific detail," what should you do?

a)

Find specific details that show where the author is giving you clues about what will happen

b)

Find specific details that show where the author is holding back information or being vague to keep your attention

c)

Think about what the line could mean, but that the author doesn't say directly

d)

Take an educated guess

3.

When the question asks you to "find evidence to support this argument," what should you do?

a)

Find specific details that show where the author is giving you clues about what will happen

b)

Choose the argument you think the author is making

c)

Think about what the line could mean, but that the author doesn't say directly

d)

Think about the argument you're given and find specific details that the author uses to prove it

4.

When the question asks you to decide why the text was given its title, what should you do?

a)

Think about the theme and main idea and how the title connects to those

b)

Choose the argument you think the author is making

c)

Think about what the line could mean, but that the author doesn't say directly

d)

Find specific details in the story that use the words from the title

5.

When the question asks you about the "impact of figurative language," what should you do?

a)

Think about the theme and main idea and how the title connects to those

b)

Find examples of metaphors and similes and see how they connect to each other

c)

Think about what the title could mean and find the overall theme

d)

Find specific details in the story that use the words from the title

6.

When the question asks you why the author uses a particular word, what should you do?

a)

Reread the part that has that word in it

b)

Find examples of metaphors and similes and see how they connect to each other

c)

Reread the part that has that word and consider what that word means that other similar words don't mean

d)

Find specific details in the story that use the words from the title

7.

When the question asks you to determine what the author is saying and quotes a specific line from the text, what should you do?

a)

Reread the part that has that line in it

b)

Think about what the line is saying, but also what can be inferred from it

c)

Reread the part that has that word and consider what that word means that other similar words don't mean

d)

Find specific details in the story from where the line comes from

8.

When the question asks you to determine what word can be used to replace a word or phrase, what should you do?

a)

Reread the part that has that line in it

b)

Think about what the line is saying, but also what can be inferred from it

c)

Reread the part that has that word and consider what that word means that other similar words don't mean

d)

Think of similar word that wouldn't change the original meaning of the sentence and check against the answer choices

9.

When the question asks you to determine what "emotional impact" the tone has, what should you do?

a)

Look for words or phrases that are emotional or expressive, and decide what emotion they're conveying

b)

Think about what the words are saying, but also what can be inferred from them

c)

Reread the part that has that word and consider what that word means that other similar words don't mean

d)

Read it carefully and think about how it makes you feel

10.

When the question asks you to choose an answer that contains an objective summary, what should you do?

a)

summarize the story, making sure to leave out opinions

b)

Determine the main idea

c)

Reread the part that has that word and consider what that word means that other similar words don't mean

d)

Choose the one that best matches your opinion

11.

When the question asks you about the tone of a text, what should you do?

a)

Use SWBST to summarise the story, making sure to leave out opinions

b)

Think about how the characters change

c)

Reread the part that has that word and consider what that word means that other similar words don't mean

d)

Look at the words the author uses and whether those words are positive, negative, or have a strong emotional feeling to them

12.

When the question asks you about the central idea of a text, what should you do?

a)

summarize the story, making sure to leave out opinions

b)

Think about how the characters change

c)

Decide what the author wants you to think about in the text

d)

Look at the words the author uses and whether those words are positive, negative, or have a strong emotional feeling to them

13.

When the question asks you about the theme of a text, what should you do?

a)

summarize the story, making sure to leave out opinions

b)

Think about how the characters change, and what the author wants you to feel after reading

c)

Decide what the author wants you to think about in the text

d)

Look at the words the author uses and whether those words are positive, negative, or have a strong emotional feeling to them

14.

When the question asks you about the purpose of a text, what should you do?

a)

Reread it really carefully and look for clues about why the author wrote it

b)

Think about how the characters change, and what the author wants you to feel after reading

c)

Decide what the author wants you to think about in the text

d)

Look at the words the author uses and whether those words are positive, negative, or have a strong emotional feeling to them

15.

Which is the best definition of the term alliteration?

a)

The repetition of vowel sounds in close proximity.

b)

The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of nearby words.

c)

The repetition of consonant sounds in unstressed syllables.

16.

Which is the best definition of the term central conflict?

a)

The main struggle of opposing forces around which the plot revolves

b)

Man vs Man

c)

The struggle between a character and an outside force

d)

Having a morningful quaility

17.

What is the best definition of the term image(s)?

a)

A mental picture created by word choice and figurative language

b)

A picture or painting

c)

Anything visual

d)

A picture I can see with my eyes

18.

What is the best definition of the term symbolism?

a)

A person, place, or thing that has meaning beyond itself

b)

An object that reflects a stories theme

c)

A magical weapon used by a romantic hero

d)

A poetic renaming of a person, place, or thing

19.

What is the best definition of the term theme?

a)

A unifying idea that is central and recurring in a literary work

b)

The final outcome of a quest story

c)

The writer's attitude towards his subject

d)

The main struggle of opposing forces within a literary work

20.

What is the best definition of the term tone?

a)

A writer's attitude toward his or her subject matter reveals through word choice and figurative language

b)

A poetic renaming of a person, place, or thing

c)

The feeling or atmosphere of a literary work

d)

Anything having a mournful quality

21.

What is the best example of a metaphor?

a)

Sam was a rock, and I a wayward ship.

b)

The cat danced like a lightning bolt.

c)

The wind howled across the shore.

d)

Yum! I love candy!

22.

Which is the best example of a simile?

a)

Jackie is as sweet as pie.

b)

Juliet is the sun.

c)

The fog came in on little cat feet.

d)

The blazing sun shone red and orange through the tree's leaves.

23.

What is the best example of personification?

a)

The sun angrily beat on the sand.

b)

The clock struck two.

c)

The lights glowed like a million tiny suns.

d)

The ocean teemed with life.

24.

What is the best definition for the term mood?

a)

The feeling or atmosphere created in a literary work.

b)

The main idea of a literary work.

c)

The word choice and figurative language used in a literary work.

d)

A comparison of unlike things.

25.
The scared rock climber balanced precariously on the edge of the cliff.
a)
gracefully
b)
lazily
c)
dangerously
d)
hopefully
26.
Congress put a tariff on overseas goods so the price would not be lower than domestic products.
a)
stamp
b)
prohibition
c)
ad
d)
tax
27.
We often travel to New England in the autumn to see the bright colors of the fall foliage.
a)
hurricane
b)
plays
c)
snow
d)
leaves
28.
Each student was allotted two tickets to the dance.
a)
allowed
b)
joyful
c)
taken
d)
fed
29.
The mood was somber at the funeral of the former president.
a)
shyly
b)
serious
c)
hungry
d)
plenty
30.
The country cottage was just outside the quaint and picturesque town.
a)
charming
b)
running
c)
ruined
d)
perhaps
31.
The impudent boy was rude to the policeman.  
a)
handsome
b)
carefully
c)
poor
d)
bold
32.
The lost campers sweltered in the heat of the desert sun. 
a)
ate
b)
burned
c)
slept
d)
sunbathed
33.
Cold rain fell all day, making it a dismal Saturday afternoon.
a)
gloomy
b)
red
c)
shining
d)
fun
34.
"The judge issued an injunction that ordered the accused criminal to remain under house arrest." what is the best synonym for "injunction?"
a)
official command
b)
question
c)
crime
d)
guilty verdict
35.
"While the people of Guilder were forced to read propaganda, the citizens of Florin were able to read honest, fact-based news reporting." In this example, the word "propaganda" can be defined through:
a)
homophones
b)
homonyms
c)
synonyms
d)
antonyms
36.
"Unlike the other candidates, who stammered and stuttered through their speeches, Lilli was eloquent." What is the best definition of "eloquent?"
a)
well-spoken
b)
musical
c)
quick witted
d)
intelligent
37.
"We accept $10 bills, $20 bills, and any other denomination you might have." What does "denomination" mean in this context?
a)
credit card
b)
value of money
c)
loan
d)
form of currency
38.
"Voldemort was a malevolent force in the world -- cruel, violent, and evil." In the previous sentence, you can define the word "malevolent" through the use of:
a)
antonyms
b)
synonyms
c)
homonyms
d)
homophones
39.
Imperialism flourished in the 19th century, as the British took control of India and Belgium seized the Congo." What does "imperialism" mean?
a)
When one country declares war on another
b)
When two countries form a partnership
c)
When a country declares its independence
d)
When one country takes over another
40.
What inference can be made from this photo?
a)
They are sharing a pleasant secret.
b)
They are making plans for the evening.
c)
They are classmates.
d)
They are new friends.
41.

Remember that although we have stressed the importance of doing well on this test

a)

one test does not dictate your intelligence

b)

you are worth more than a test

c)

Mrs. Lane will be proud of you regardless

d)

all of the above

42.

The morning of the test, I should

a)

Eat 6 breakfast tacos and 5 cups of coffee.

b)

Wake up late, and sprint to the test and chug a Red Bull

c)

Eat nothing, who needs breakfast

d)

Get to school early eat a good breakfast

43.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the movie Mean Girls, the main character has trepidation about starting high school; she has been raised in Africa and is worried that she won't fit in. 
a)
anger
b)
excitement
c)
humor
d)
fear
44.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In Frozen, Prince Hans had lofty expectations for how much control he would have over Arandelle because of his impending marriage to Anna. 
a)
small
b)
shaky
c)
high
d)
lowly
45.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Kylo Ren is very ardent about destroying the rebel forces- some may say it's his life's purpose. 
a)
hateful
b)
passionate
c)
intentional
d)
decisive
46.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the move Guardians of the Galaxy, the main character was a terrestrial man who was captured by extra-terrestrials and he never got the chance to return to Earth. 
a)
not from planet earth
b)
solar
c)
of or on planet earth
d)
water based
47.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
The post-credits scene in the movie Avengers insinuated that there would be a sequel by revealing the next villain, Thanos. 
a)
suggested
b)
explained
c)
proved
d)
denied
48.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the Hunger Games, the people living in the Capital had a skewed perception of the purpose and benefits of the games. They were too distracted by their rich lifestyle to see the horror right in front of them. 
a)
negative
b)
correct
c)
biased
d)
positive
49.
LeBron James knows that some anxiety before a game is useful. It invigorates him, sharpens his focus."
Choose the word closest in meaning to invigorate.
a)
debilitate
b)
implore
c)
initiate
d)
energize