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Midterm Review: 7th

Total questions: 90

Worksheet time: 2hrs 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
What is the highest, most suspense-building, part of the story?
a)
Falling Action
b)
Setting
c)
Climax
d)
Rising Action
2.
What are the main events of the story presented in a sequence by the author?
a)
Conflict
b)
Mood 
c)
Plot
d)
Tone
3.
What are the events that lead to the resolution?
a)
Climax
b)
Conflict
c)
Rising Action
d)
Falling Action
4.
The beginning part of the plot with the information about the setting, characters, and the situation is called the _____________.
a)
Beginning
b)
Anecdote
c)
Plot
d)
Exposition
5.
An example of a main character is 
a)
Katniss from Hunger Games 
b)
Peeta from Hunger Games 
c)
The Joker from Batman 
d)
Wonder Woman from Batman vs Superman 
6.
Who is the main character?
a)
A character is a person, or sometimes even an animal, who takes part in the action of a short story or other literary work.
b)
Defined as the angle from which the Story is told
c)
The theme in a piece of fiction is its controlling idea or its central insight
d)
 Believe in yourself 
7.
What is setting? 
a)
The time and location in which a story takes place
b)
A series of events and character actions that relate to the central conflict.
c)
a struggle between two people or things in a short story.
d)
What you turn on the washer
8.
What is conflict?
a)
a struggle between two forces
b)
The time and location in which a story takes place 
c)
how the author arranges events to develop his basic idea
d)
The person in a work of fiction
9.
Example of Character vs Character 
a)
Batman vs Superman
b)
Shrek vs the kingdom 
c)
People from Japan vs a Tsunami 
d)
A person trying not to cry in public 
10.
Example of Character vs Nature
a)
Batman vs Superman
b)
Shrek vs the kingdom 
c)
People from Japan vs a Tsunami 
d)
A person trying not to cry in public 
11.
Example of Character vs Self 
a)
Batman vs Superman
b)
Shrek vs the kingdom 
c)
People from Japan vs a Tsunami 
d)
A person trying not to cry in public 
12.

What is an Inference

a)

What you see + what you know = educated answer

b)

The setting of a short story is the time and place in which it happens

c)

A plot is a series of events and character actions that relate to the central conflict

13.
What is the main idea?
a)
What the text is mostly about 
b)
Facts that support the main idea 
c)
Description of the cause and effect 
d)
Key ideas that support the general idea 
14.
All of the events in a story
a)
Conflict
b)
Expostition
c)
Plot
d)
Setting 
15.
Events in the story that are leading up to the most important part of the story, or events that build action in the story
a)
Conflict
b)
Plot
c)
Rising Action
d)
Setting
16.
The  most important part in the story, when things start to change for the main character
a)
Expostion
b)
Conflict
c)
Climax
d)
Falling Action
17.
A personal problem in a story is?
a)
Internal Conflict
b)
External Conflict
18.
A problem with others is?
a)
Internal Conflict
b)
External Conflict
19.
Vinny debating whether he should leap off the edge or not in "The Ravine" is an example of ______
a)
Exposition
b)
Conflict
c)
Resolution
d)
Falling Action
20.
The main character of the story is the....
a)
protagonist
b)
antagonist
21.
The character that causes trouble for the main character is the.....
a)
protagonist
b)
antagonist
22.
What is the conflict of a story?
a)
the problem faced by the main character
b)
a bad hair day
c)
the ending of the story
d)
a boxing match
23.

Which of the following is NOT part of theme?

a)

Can be one word

b)

Life lesson, meaning, moral, or message about life that is communicated by a literary work

c)

There must be a message included in the theme about the topic

d)

There must be a topic or subject

24.

What is the definition of theme?

a)

topic/subject + message = theme

b)

topic of the story

c)

life lesson, meaning, moral, or meaning about life or human nature communicated by a literary work

d)

the reason why an authors writes

25.
What is the theme of this story?  
a)
Eat your vegetables.
b)
Don't brag. Be modest. 
c)
Don't talk to strangers. 
d)
What does the fox say?
26.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Necessity is the mother of invention.
b)
Don't steal.
c)
Respect your elders.
d)
Slow and steady wins the race.
27.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Slow and steady wins the race.
b)
Don't be lazy. 
c)
We are stronger together than we are apart.
d)
If you try to go on your own, you will get eaten by a big fish.
28.
What is the theme of this story?
a)
Don't steal.
b)
Look both ways before crossing the street. 
c)
Necessity is the mother of invention. 
d)
One good turn deserves another.
29.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Don't steal. 
b)
Don't judge others. You don't know what they are capable of. 
c)
Being beautiful is the most important thing.
d)
Swans are prettier than ducks.
30.

Unlike the topic of literature, a theme ...

a)

can be expressed in one word

b)

always shows the setting

c)

is always stated directly in the text

d)

cannot be just one word

31.

Which of the following statements about theme is TRUE?

a)

Authors NEVER use the same theme twice

b)

Themes only repeat in short stories

c)

All poems have the same theme

d)

The same themes can occur in different stories/different authors

32.
To identify a theme in a story, a reader can ask ...
a)
What has the character learned?
b)
What is the setting?
c)
Who is the narrator?
d)
ALL of the above
33.
A theme should be supported by ...
a)
your own words
b)
evidence from the text
c)
rationale/reasoning
d)
ALL of the above
34.
Themes are universal because ...
a)
all humans share common experiences
b)
authors add them to make the writing meaningful
c)
the entire universe enjoys them
d)
the stories go on forever
35.
a)
Splitting the room in half can be a good way to tackle a painting job
b)
It’s better to do things right the first time
c)
If you have a good suggestion, adults will agree with it
d)
Painting a room can be a time-consuming task.
36.
a)
There are more important things in life than being popular.
b)
Popularity will make you inconsiderate of other's feelings.
c)
Cliques shouldn't be allowed.
d)
Friends can sometimes let one another down.
37.
a)
eating too much candy can make you sick
b)
Think things through when deciding between two activities.
c)
Selfishness can have negative consequences
d)
Don't expect others to give you something just because you made a bad choice
38.

Characterization is

a)

the central message in a story

b)

the problem in a story

c)

the process by which a writer reveals a character's personality and qualities

39.

In indirect characterization....

a)

the writer describes the character

b)

the character's personality is directly described by the author

c)

the writer reveals the character through STEAL

40.

In direct characterization....

a)

the writer describes the character

b)

the writer reveals the character through STEAL

c)

the writer doesn't care how you learn about the character

41.

Read the passage and determine if it is direct characterization or indirect characterization: "But I am so much more than that! I am a musician, and a swimmer, and a person able to make my own decisions."

a)

Direct characterization

b)

Indirect characterization

42.
Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?
a)
He tapped his foot anxiously.
b)
"I wouldn't  trust that man," said Ma.
c)
Frank was a shy, quiet person.
d)
Every time he earned a high grade, he would hang the test on his wall.
43.
Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?
a)
Marcia was a good listener and wonderful friend.
b)
Marcia felt the knot in her stomach grow when she saw the number of questions on the test, and she tugged her hair anxiously. 
c)
Marcia was a nervous person.
d)
Marcia was an optimist who always believed the best about people.
44.

A character with few defining moments is called a ...

a)

round character

b)

flat character

c)

static character

d)

dynamic character

45.

A character who doesn't change throughout the story is a

a)

static character

b)

round character

c)

flat character

d)

dynamic character

46.

A character with a variety of characteristics that you get to know about is called a

a)

static character

b)

flat character

c)

round character

d)

dynamic character

47.

A character who changes or grows over the course of the story is a

a)

dynamic character

b)

round character

c)

static character

d)

flat character

48.

At the beginning of the story, Mrs. Smith is very upset that she must teach kindergarten this year. She is worried that she won’t know how to treat the young students. At the end of the story, Mrs. Smith is sad that she won’t be teaching kindergarten next year, because this was the best school year she’s ever had. Mrs. Smith is a _______________ character.

a)

Static

b)

Dynamic

c)

Flat

d)

Antagonist

49.

Keith must find a way to earn $100 before the end of the month if he wants to go on an expensive field trip at school. His brother, who is jealous of him, tries to thwart his efforts to earn money. His brother is most likely the_____________.

a)

Dynamic character

b)

Antagonist

c)

Protagonist

d)

Flat character

50.

In this story, the bus driver’s name is Al. The reader knows his name, and that he drives the bus every day. Al doesn’t participate in the plot other than driving the bus. Al is likely a _________________ character.

a)

Flat

b)

Round

c)

Protagonist

d)

Dynamic

51.
Man vs. Man is what type of conflict?
a)
External Conflict
b)
Internal Conflict
52.
Man vs. Nature is what type of conflict?
a)
Internal Conflict
b)
External Conflict
53.
David is struggling with a decision. He has to decide if he wants to go to a technical school or a community college.  What type of conflict is this?
a)
External Conflict 
b)
Internal Conflict
54.
This is a character who changes their personality, attitude, and/or beliefs over time. This change is usually a result of a conflict. 
a)
Protagonist 
b)
Antagonist 
c)
Dynamic character
d)
Static character
55.
TRUE OR FALSE?
Percy Jackson of "The Lightning Thief" series is a character who starts as a "troubled teen" who gets into a lot of mischief. By the end of the story, he turns into a powerful demi-god who helps save the world. This makes him a dynamic character. 
a)
True 
b)
False 
56.
In "Twilight," Edward & Jacob battle for Bella's affection.
a)
character vs. character
b)
character vs. nature
c)
character vs. society
d)
character vs. self
57.

Which word means: A writer suggests information through a character's thoughts, words, and actions as well as what other characters say and think about the character?

a)

direct characterization

b)

indirect characterization

c)

character traits

d)

character motives

58.

What word means: His or her qualities, such as honesty?

a)

direct characterization

b)

indirect characterization

c)

character traits

d)

character motives

59.

What word means: The reasons he or she acts, such as a desire to be liked?

a)

direct characterization

b)

indirect characterization

c)

character traits

d)

character motives

60.

Joshua was a smart and intelligent boy. He always did his homework and studied hard. It showed up each time he took a test and aced it.


When he arrived at school each day, he would ask his teachers if they needed him to take the chairs down or make copies. He enjoyed going to each class and doing little jobs for his teachers.


Which statement in the story is a direct characterization?

a)

When he arrived at school each day, he would ask his teachers to take down chairs.

b)

It showed up each time he took a test.

c)

Joshua was smart and intelligent

d)

He nejoyed going to each class and doing little jobs

61.

Joshua was a smart and intelligent boy. He always did his homework and studied hard. It showed up each time he took a test and aced it.


When he arrived at school each day, he would ask his teachers if they needed him to take the chairs down or make copies. He enjoyed going to each class and doing little jobs for his teachers.


Which statement is an example of indirect characterization of Joshua being helpful?

a)

Joshua was a smart and intelligent boy.

b)

He always did his homework and studied hard.

c)

It showed up each time he took a test.

d)

When he arrived at school each day, he would ask his teachers if they needed him to take the chairs down or make copies.

62.

Michael stormed out of the room and slammed his books on the desk. He thought that he'd for sure made an A on his test. He studied all night, but when he looked at the test, he realized that he studied the wrong chapters.


Michael was a great athlete. He really needed that A so that he could play the game on Friday. Luckily for him, it was Tuesday, and his teacher was going to allow him to retake it on Thursday.


Which indirect characterization from the story suggests that Michael is frustrated?

a)

Michael was a great athlete.

b)

He really needed that A so that he could play the game.

c)

Michael stormed out of the room and slammed his books on the desk.

d)

He studied all night.

63.

How can you analyze Indirect Characterization?

a)

Appearance

b)

Direct description of personality

c)

Actions & How other characters in the story react to the character

d)

Statements

e)

Thoughts & Feelings

64.

Indirect Characterization __________ the reader details about a character.

a)

"shows"

b)

"tells"

65.

When he didn’t understand the instructions, the student asked the teacher to clarify them.

a)

remove

b)

call

c)

explain

d)

stop

66.
Greg begged his parents to PERMIT him to watch more television, but they said he had to finish his homework.
a)
explore
b)
judge
c)
allow
67.
The thought of eating a rat is ABHORRENT to most people.
a)
fun
b)
horrible
c)
delicious
d)
exciting
68.
Over the holidays, families can show their GENEROSITY by donating food to the homeless.
a)
happiness
b)
sadness
c)
willingness to give
d)
meaness
69.
Grandpa was in a jovial mood, making jokes and laughing at everything. 
a)
crazy
b)
happy
c)
irritable
d)
angry
70.
Never walk alone at night. It is essential for you to go with at least one person. Essential means....
a)
Not important 
b)
Very important 
c)
Acceptable 
71.
I have a bad memory. I can't recall that mans name! Recall means...
a)
Forget
b)
Say 
c)
Remember
72.
"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
73.
"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
74.
"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
75.
Typewriters became obsolete with the development of personal computers.
a)
popular
b)
out-dated
c)
careful
d)
round
76.
Based on context clues in the passage below, truncated means ______________.

I was upset that the ebook file was truncated because I couldn't find out how the story ended.
a)
Finished
b)
Cut short 
c)
Boring
d)
Too long
77.

Using Context Clues, select the meaning of the bold word:

Jane is a novice soccer player. It is her first day of practice.

a)

skilled

b)

beginner

c)

professional

78.
Cold rain fell all day making it a DISMAL Saturday afternoon.
a)
gloomy
b)
adventurous
c)
bright
d)
busy
79.
Which is an example of a simile?
a)
His room was a hurricane of a mess.
b)
His room looked as if a hurricane came  through.
c)
A hurricane! AHHH!
d)
The hurricane screamed through the town. 
80.
What is a metaphor?
a)
A comparison using "like" or "as"
b)
A comparison without using "like" or "as"
c)
A figure of speech in which the word imitates it's meaning.
d)
An extreme exaggeration
81.
Which of the following in an example of onomatopoeia?
a)
Boom!
b)
No!
c)
Yes!
d)
Go!
82.
What is the definition of hyperbole?
a)
When a group of of words all start with the same sound.
b)
When words sound like what they mean.
c)
An extreme exaggeration 
d)
A comparison 
83.
"As straight as an arrow" is an example of what?
a)
simile
b)
alliteration
c)
metaphor
d)
onomatopoeia
84.
What is this is an example of: The clock on the wall laughed at me as I tried to finish my test before class ended.
a)
personification
b)
metaphor
c)
simile
d)
hyperbole
85.
What's the meaning of this simile?
"My mom can be as fiery as a volcano when I don't do my chores on time."
a)
Her hair is red.
b)
She talks really loudly.
c)
She gets really angry. 
d)
She spits when she talks. 
86.
What is personification?
a)
The same beginning sound repeated
b)
Giving human characteristics to non-human things
c)
A word that is a sound
d)
An exaggeration
87.
Why do people use figurative language?
a)
To make their writing interesting and visual, or to emphasis an idea and make a point.
b)
To be grammatically correct.
c)
To structure their writing into paragraphs.
d)
Because Beyonce uses it in her songs. 
88.
A student gives a goofy answer in class and the teacher responds, "that's an interesting point of view."
a)
a metaphor
b)
onomatopoeia
c)
a euphemism 
d)
an idiom
89.
"Under the weather" meaning: someone is sick.
a)
idiom
b)
euphemism
c)
personification
d)
simile
90.
a)
idiom
b)
hyperbole
c)
alliteration
d)
euphemism

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