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Week 14 Practice_Base

Total questions: 171

Worksheet time: 2hrs 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
time and place the story takes place
Ex. Salinas River, 1930s; "A few miles south of Soledad."
a)
setting
b)
plot
c)
imagery
d)
exposition
2.
comparing two things using like or as
Ex. "You're like a kid Lennie."
a)
hyperbole
b)
irony
c)
metaphor
d)
simile
3.
language or way of speech of a particular region of the country
Ex. "It wasn't no good to pet."
a)
dialogue
b)
characterization
c)
communication
d)
dialect
4.
the author directly tells the reader what the character is like
Ex. "He stepped short, quick steps, of a fat legged man."
a)
indirect characterization
b)
pointed characterization
c)
direct characterization
d)
straight characterization
5.
the author gives clues about a character by describing what a character looks like, does, and says, as well as how other characters react to them
Ex. "Crooks scowled, but Lennie's disarming smile defeated him. Come on in and set a while."
a)
direct characterization
b)
indirect characterization
c)
forward characterization
d)
round characterization
6.
the author directly tells the reader what the character is like
Ex. "He stepped short, quick steps, of a fat legged man."
a)
indirect characterization
b)
pointed characterization
c)
forward characterization
d)
direct characterization
7.
the outcome of a situation is the opposite of what is expected
Ex. Crooks lets Lennie in his room.
a)
irony
b)
situational irony
c)
verbal irony
d)
foreshadowing
8.
a person says one thing and means another (sarcasm)
Ex. "Sure, said Crooks. And a manure pile under the window. Sure, it's swell."
a)
situational irony
b)
dialogue
c)
verbal irony
d)
dramatic irony
9.
the audience knows something that the characters do not know
Ex. When Lennie walks in Crooks's room. (Lennie does not know that he is unwanted in there.)
a)
situational irony
b)
dramatic irony
c)
drama
d)
verbal irony
10.
descriptive words that appeal to the five senses
Ex. "A few miles south of Soledad, the Salinas river drops in close to the hillside bank and runs deep and green."
a)
adjectives
b)
sensory words
c)
imagery
d)
verbs
11.
hints that something is going to happen in the story
Ex. George tells Lennie in the opening chapter that if he gets into trouble to go back and hide in the brush by the river.
a)
hinting
b)
teasing
c)
foreshadowing
d)
spoiler alerts
12.
characters, objects, or events that have an abstract, or figurative meaning (stands for something else)
Ex. George and Lennie's dream represents their freedom and wealth.
a)
images
b)
symbolism
c)
simile
d)
personification
13.
adding human characteristics to non-living objects
Ex. "the afternoon sun sliced through the cracks of barn walls"
a)
hyperbole
b)
symbolism
c)
imagery
d)
personification
14.
the main character
Ex. Lennie and George because they are the main people in the story.
a)
lead actor
b)
antagonist
c)
MVP
d)
protagonist
15.
opposing character to the main character
Ex. Curley/Curley's wife
a)
antagonist
b)
the opposition
c)
protagonist
d)
the bad guy
16.
struggle between opposing forces
Ex. Lennie vs. Curley; Lennie vs. George; Candy vs. himself; Ranch men vs. society
a)
fight
b)
feud
c)
conflict
d)
argument
17.
it gives the perspective from which a literary work is told.
a)
point of view
b)
literary lens
c)
background 
d)
author
18.
The narrator (the voice that is telling the story) is a character who is part of the action and uses the first-person pronouns I, me, and my. The reader sees everything through this character's eyes.
a)
second person point of view
b)
third person point of view
c)
first person point of view
d)
fourth person point of view
19.
The narrator is someone outside the action, rather than a character.
a)
first person point of view
b)
second person point of view
c)
third person point of view
d)
third person onmniscient
20.
the narrator is an all-knowing observer who can relate what every character thinks and feels
a)
omniscient third person point of view
b)
third person point of view
c)
second person point of view
d)
first person point of view
21.

The play takes place during the 1950s in what city?

a)

Harlem

b)

Los Angeles

c)

Chicago

d)

Boston

22.

This person wants Walter to eat the eggs because she has nothing else to say to him; she doesn't want to argue.

a)

Mama

b)

Lena

c)

Ruth

d)

Beneatha

23.

What does the family have to share every morning when they get ready for school/work?

a)

A bathroom

b)

The same plate for their eggs

c)

Milk

d)

Their towels

24.
Why is Mama getting a large sum of money?
a)
She won the lottery
b)
Her husband passed away
c)
She retired
d)
She won a lawsuit
25.

What does Travis ask his mother for, which she says she does not have?

a)

New books for school

b)

New shoes

c)

50 cents

d)

A hot sandwich for lunch

26.

How much money does Mama receive?

a)

$1,000

b)

$10,000

c)

$2,000

d)

$5,000

27.

What is Beneatha's dream?

a)

To open a liquor store

b)

To become a teacher

c)

To become a doctor

d)

To get married and have 2 kids

28.

What is Walter's current job?

a)

Teacher

b)

Landscaping

c)

Doctor

d)

Chauffeur

29.
What is Walter's dream?
a)
To open a movie theater
b)
To start a clothing business
c)
To open a liquor store
d)
To start a new school for his son
30.
What do we find out about Ruth? 
a)
She got a new job
b)
She lost her job
c)
She is pregnant
d)
She gets a bonus at work
31.

Describe the Younger apartment.

a)

Very large, clean, new furniture

b)

Brand new, new carpet, large bedrooms

c)

Located in Florida, near the beach

d)

Small, old, worn furniture and carpet

32.

What does Asagai bring for Beneatha?

a)

Money

b)

Food from Nigeria

c)

Robes/dresses from Nigeria

d)

A new record of her favorite music

33.
What is Mama's first name?
a)
Lena
b)
Shirley
c)
Tina
d)
Sarah
34.

What happened to Ruth at the end of Scene 1?

a)

She fainted

b)

She burst into tears

c)

She fell asleep

d)

Walter hit her

35.
Why did Beneatha say she wouldn't marry George?
a)
He was too shallow
b)
He was too poor
c)
He was too nice
d)
He was ugly
36.

Who are Willy and Bobo?

a)

Friends of Mama

b)

Walter's future business partners

c)

Neighborhood boys that Travis hangs out with

d)

People Beneatha knows from school

37.

Ruth makes the suggestion to mama to use the money on whom?

a)

For herself

b)

To invest in Walter

c)

On Travis

d)

On a new car

38.

Walter believes that African-American women -

a)

don't encourage their husbands enough

b)

are horrible

c)

are the reason African-American men succeed

d)

are the reason he hates his job

39.
Who is Beneatha?
a)
Mama's sister
b)
Walter's wife
c)
Walter's sister
d)
Ruth's daughter
40.
Who is Travis?
a)
Beneatha's uncle
b)
Mama's son
c)
Walter's brother
d)
Walter and Ruth's son
41.

The author of the play is

a)

Lorraine Hansberry

b)

Langston Hughes

c)

George Orwell

d)

Amy Noble

42.
One conflict that takes place in Act I is when:
a)
Walter Lee struggles to keep his job as a chauffeur.
b)
Walter Lee struggles with other family members over money.
c)
Travis struggles to keep up his grades in school.
d)
Mama struggles with Ruth for control of the household.
43.
How could you describe Ruth and Walter’s relationship at the beginning of the play?
a)
lighthearted and full of love 
b)
tense; they’re easily frustrated by each other
c)
full of pity for one another   
d)
easy going; they joke with each other
44.
What is ironic about Walter asking Ruth for money for cab fare? 
a)
He spent his money on liquor
b)
He gave Travis his money
c)
Beneatha stole his money 
d)
He needed money for lunch
45.

Why does Mama slap Beneatha?

a)

Beneatha said she didn't believe in God

b)

Beneatha took the money

c)

Beneatha was mean to Walter

d)

Beneatha won't marry George

46.

What does Mama want to do with the money?

a)

Buy a house for her family

b)

Pay for a new car

c)

Use it to help Travis go to a better school

d)

All of these

47.
Why was Ruth upset when Walter gave Travis the money?
a)
She was trying to save money for Beneatha's education
b)
She was mad at Walter anyway, and the money was just an excuse to vent her feelings.
c)
Travis was too young to get any money
d)
They didn't have the money to spare
48.
Why do Ruth and Mama approve of George Murchison?
a)
He is an intellectual.
b)
He is handsome and wealthy.
c)
He listens to Beneatha.
d)
All of the above.
49.

A writer or speaker’s choice of words and way of arranging words in sentences is known as . . .

a)

Jargon

b)

Context

c)

Diction

d)

Connotation

50.

Which type of diction involves using language to describe qualities we can perceive with our five senses?

a)

Formal Diction

b)

Concrete Diction

c)

Technical Diction

d)

Common Diction

51.

Incomplete sentences that may ignore grammar are characteristic of which type of diction?

a)

Common Diction

b)

Literal Diction

c)

Informal Diction

d)

Concrete Diction

52.

What kind of diction is jargon?

a)

Formal Diction

b)

Literal Diction

c)

Technical Diction

d)

Abstract Diction

53.

What kind of diction is used in the following quote? “Aw, Aunt Queen, I ain’t messed up your ramp. I made it better! I put racing skids on it, so it won’t be slippery for you when it rains.”

a)

Formal Diction

b)

Technical Diction

c)

Informal Diction

d)

Abstract Diction

54.

The circumstances or setting that come before or after a word or passage and clarify its meaning is known as . . .

a)

Denotation

b)

Context

c)

Diction

d)

Connotation

55.

The dictionary definition of a word is known as . . .

a)

Denotation

b)

Context

c)

Diction

d)

Connotation

56.
vulnerable spot or weak point
a)
Achilles' heel
b)
Zeus
c)
Olympian
57.
handsome young man
a)
Zeus
b)
Adonis
c)
Midas
58.
a predatory person or nagging woman
a)
Helen (of Troy)
b)
Harpy
c)
Pandora
59.
tremendous in size, strength, difficulty, or effort
a)
Nemesis
b)
Midas
c)
Herculean
60.
symbol of a beautiful woman
a)
Pandora
b)
Helen of Troy
c)
Muse
61.
majestic in manner
a)
Olympian
b)
Zeus
c)
Adonis
62.
Something that opens the door for bad
occurrences, opened by someone known for curiosity
a)
Muse
b)
Helen
c)
Pandora
63.
some creature of inspiration
a)
Phoenix
b)
Muse
c)
Helen
64.
a symbol of immortality or rebirth
a)
Phoenix
b)
Midas
c)
Titanic
65.
An opponent that cannot be beaten or overcome
a)
Promethean
b)
Nemesis
c)
Olympian
66.
life-bringing, creative, or courageously
original
a)
Odyssey
b)
Zeus
c)
Promethean
67.
a long journey
a)
Odyssey
b)
Herculean
c)
Titanic
68.
large, grand, enormous
a)
Herculean
b)
Olympian
c)
Titanic
69.
a person who is very lucky and makes money with whatever they do
a)
Midas
b)
Zeus
c)
Adonis
70.
a powerful man
a)
Zeus
b)
Adonis
c)
Midas
71.

What is the meaning of the allusion?

My brother is a regular Einstein! He always seems to know the answer!

a)

His brother is unintelligent

b)

His brother works hard

c)

His brother is intelligent

d)

His brother is lazy

72.

What is the meaning of the allusion?

My friend was being a total Scrooge when I asked her to share her M&Ms.

a)

Not wanting to share

b)

Excited about sharing

c)

Throwing them all away

d)

Counting the M&Ms

73.

What is the allusion?

Life can be challenging, but you've got to just keep swimming!

a)

Life

b)

Life can be challenging

c)

You've got to

d)

Just keep swimming

74.

What is the meaning of the allusion?

We do serious work in the classroom, it's not a Mickey Mouse Club in here!

a)

We don't keep mice

b)

We don't goof off

c)

We love to eat cheese

d)

We don't like working

75.

What is the allusion?

If they keep pushing me, I'm going to turn into the Hulk.

a)

Keep pushing me

b)

Me

c)

Turn into

d)

The Hulk

76.

What is the meaning of the allusion?

Ask me anything, I'm like Google over here.

a)

I can search answers

b)

I know all the answers

c)

I don't know anything

d)

I have some answers

77.

What is the meaning of the allusion?

She had the Midas touch whenever it came to business deals!

a)

She turned everything to gold

b)

She lost all their business

c)

She helped them make a lot of money

d)

She quit her job

78.

What is the meaning of the allusion?

I felt like cupid had struck me with his arrow when I saw the adorable puppy!

a)

I was in love with the puppy

b)

I liked the puppy

c)

I disliked the puppy

d)

I talked to the puppy

79.

What is the meaning of the allusion?

I felt like getting my parents to buy me a cell phone was an odyssey.

a)

A quick adventure

b)

A long journey

c)

An easy time

d)

A lonely journey

80.

What is the meaning of the allusion?

Getting my sister to agree to stay out of my room was a Herculean task.

a)

An easy task

b)

A lonely task

c)

A difficult task

d)

A fun task

81.
The character Pollyanna, from Eleanor Porter's children's book, is a young girl who finds good in everything and everyone.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
"Tess is such a Pollyanna!" Liam announced with a sigh. 
a)
An extremely annoyed person
b)
A childish, selfish person 
c)
An overly optimistic person 
d)
None of the above
82.
In a well-known folktale, Chicken Little is accidentally hit by something and jumps to the conclusion that the sky is falling and that she must spread the news of imminent disaster.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
The weather forecast called for clear skies, making my grandfather look like Chicken Little. 
a)
A person who greets trouble with a cheery disposition 
b)
A person who spreads alarming news of imminent disaster 
c)
A person who does not believe he or she can get in trouble
d)
All of the above
83.
In Greek mythology, Achilles's mother dips him in a river that protects his body wherever it touches. His heel does not get wet, so it is the one part of his body left unprotected. During the Trojan War, an arrow hits Achilles in the heel and kills him.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
Red velvet cupcakes were Stacy's Achilles's heel when she was trying to eat more healthily. 
a)
A source of strength
b)
A sole weakness
c)
A feeling of false strength
d)
All of the above
84.
In Greek mythology, ambrosia is the name for the food of the gods.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
Louanne's Ice Cream Parlor has the best dessert short of ambrosia! 
a)
A heavenly delicacy 
b)
Something unusual or exciting 
c)
Something hideous or grotesque
d)
All of the above
85.
George Orwell's novel 1984 focuses on a totalitarian society in which the citizens are frequently reminded that their leader, Big Brother, is always watching.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
The headline read: "Smart Phones Becoming Big Brother." 
a)
A nuisance that distracts people from important tasks
b)
An important system that helps people stay safe
c)
A threatening power that monitors all aspects of people's lives 
d)
All of the above
86.
In the Bible, Jesus counsels his followers to resist retaliation. He says that if they are struck on the right cheek, they shouldn't lash out; instead, they should turn the other cheek toward their attacker.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
Much to our shock, Warren chose to turn the other cheek when Ruth insulted him in a meeting. 
a)
to respond harshly 
b)
to respond without aggression 
c)
to not respond at all
d)
all of the above
87.
In the fable "The Boy Who Cried Wolf," a shepherd boy repeatedly tricks people in his village by falsely claiming that a wolf is coming to eat his flock. When a wolf actually comes and the boy cries for help, nobody believes him or comes to his aid.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
Lucy warned her youngest son not to cry wolf while wrestling with his older brother. 
a)
to raise a false alarm 
b)
to make howling sounds 
c)
to physically become a wolf
d)
none of the above
88.
In the Bible, Daniel accurately translates mysterious writing that appears on a wall, and in doing so, he predicts the death of a king.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
Investors should have seen the writing on the wall. 
a)
an inaccurate prediction 
b)
a sign with important technical information 
c)
a clear indication of how something will turn out 
d)
none of these answers are correct 
89.
In 1815, French emperor Napoleon suffered a devastating defeat in the Battle of Waterloo, which would prove to be his final battle before he abdicated the throne.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
Last night's playoff in the semifinals proved to be the team's Waterloo. 
a)
A final defeat 
b)
A surprise win 
c)
A final win
d)
All of the above
90.
In Greek mythology, a mythical bird called the phoenix lives for hundreds of years before bursting into flames at its death. However, it soon rises from its own ashes and is reborn.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
Fans debated whether their team would rise from the ashes.
a)
To come back after  destruction or defeat
  
b)
To surprise an opponent 
c)
To think optimistically
d)
None of the above
91.

In Greek mythology, King Midas is granted his wish that everything he touches turn to gold.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

When it comes to starting new businesses, Elon Musk seems to have a Midas touch.

a)

fortunate

b)

unusual

c)

unfortunate

d)

usual

92.

In the story A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, a penny-pinching and bitter Ebenezer Scrooge values money more than people.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Our neighbor has a reputation for being a Scrooge, so we don't even stop at his door any more when we're fundraising.

a)

generous

b)

kind

c)

stingy

d)

jealous

93.

In one of Aesop's fables, four animals go hunting under the assumption that they will split their prize equally, but the lion, the most powerful animal, takes more than the other members of the group.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

My older brother takes the lion's share of the space in our bedroom.

a)

an equal amount

b)

a tiny bit

c)

an even split

d)

the largest portion

94.

George Orwell's dystopian novel 1984 focuses on a totalitarian society in which the citizens are frequently reminded that their leader, Big Brother, is always watching.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

The headline read: "Smart Phones Becoming Big Brother."

a)

a benevolent government that takes care of its people

b)

a democratic society with laws protecting privacy

c)

a ruler that allows freedom of speech

d)

a threatening power that monitors all aspects of people's lives

95.

In 1815, French emperor Napoleon suffered a devastating defeat in the Battle of Waterloo, which would prove to be his final battle before he abdicated the throne.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Last night's play-off in the semifinals proved to be the team's Waterloo.

a)

final defeat

b)

hard-played win

c)

tie

d)

no score

96.

The comic book superhero Spider-Man possesses a spidey sense that warns him of impending trouble.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Luther picked up his pace on the trail as his spidey sense began to tingle.

a)

sense of smell

b)

sense of danger

c)

sense of wonder

d)

sense of pride

97.

In a catalog that accompanied an exhibit of his work, pop artist Andy Warhol said, "In the future, everybody will be world-famous for fifteen minutes," meaning that fame would be briefly available even to those who did nothing spectacular.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Jennifer had her fifteen minutes of fame when her video of kayaking with dolphins went viral.

a)

lengthy experience being famous

b)

extraordinary effort

c)

temporary moment of celebrity status

d)

known by all forever

98.

Draco, a government official in seventh-century Athens, Greece, wrote a code of laws that called for severe punishments for even minor offenses.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Ben spoke at the city council meeting, claiming the new recycling regulations were draconian.

a)

envious

b)

interesting

c)

clever

d)

harsh

99.

Joseph Heller coined the term "catch-22" in his 1961 novel of the same name. In the novel, if an army pilot wants to avoid dangerous missions, he must be deemed mentally unfit; however, his desire to stay safe proves his sanity, so he can never be excused from a mission. Heller called this sort of predicament or dilemma a catch-22.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Anthony described the situation he was facing with his boss as a catch-22.

a)

win-win

b)

victory

c)

no-win

d)

defeat

100.

In a well-known folktale, Chicken Little is accidentally hit by something and jumps to the conclusion that the sky is falling and that she must spread the news of imminent disaster.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

The weather forecast called for clear skies, making my grandfather look like Chicken Little.

a)

a person who spreads alarming news of imminent danger

b)

a person who greets trouble with optimism

c)

a person who is slow to adapt

d)

a person who spreads rumors about others

101.

Don Quixote is the main character in Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra's novel of the same name. Quixote cannot see the world as it truly is; in his overly romanticized view, inns are castles and windmills are giants.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

The mayoral candidate was widely viewed as quixotic, so it was no surprise that he lost by a substantial margin.

a)

intentionally misleading

b)

practical and realistic

c)

naively idealistic

d)

cruel and judgmental

102.

In a biblical parable, a Samaritan selflessly stops to help an enemy who has been beaten and stranded on the side of a road.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

A Good Samaritan jumped in when my grocery bag broke and the contents spilled all over the sidewalk.

a)

a person who enjoys interacting with others

b)

a person who plays tricks on others

c)

a person who takes advantage of others

d)

a person who goes out of the way to help another

103.

In his novel Lost Horizon, James Hilton describes the fictional paradise of Shangri-La, which is located in the mountains of Tibet.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

For me, Yosemite in the summer is Shangri-La.

a)

a place full of memories

b)

a dystopian setting

c)

an ideal place

d)

a challenging setting

104.

In Greek mythology, a mythical bird called the phoenix lives for hundreds of years before bursting into flames at its death. However, it soon rises from its own ashes and is reborn.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Fans debated whether their team would rise from the ashes.

a)

surprise an opponent

b)

be consistently successful

c)

never win

d)

come back from defeat

105.

In the fable "The Fox and the Grapes," a fox tries unsuccessfully to reach a bunch of grapes. Because he cannot reach them and therefore cannot eat them, he tells himself that they must be sour.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Bryce's remark about your new car is clearly a case of sour grapes.

a)

eating something even if you don't like it

b)

criticizing something because you can't have it

c)

disliking something that you find unpleasant

d)

praising something that you admire

106.

Soldiers from the city of Sparta in ancient Greece were known for their self-restraint, self-discipline, and indifference to luxury.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Maria was known among her coworkers for her spartan ways.

a)

quirky or unusual

b)

simple and austere

c)

aggressive and belligerent

d)

fancy and luxurious

107.
Allusion is defined as______
a)
Two lines working as a unit
b)
A reference to a famous  person, place, or event
c)
A form of wordplay with similar sounding sounds
d)
Words that involve one of the five senses
108.

In one of Aesop's fables, four animals go hunting under the assumption that they will split their prize equally, but the lion, the most powerful animal, takes more than the other members of the group.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

My older brother takes the lion's share of the space in our bedroom.

a)

an equal amount

b)

a tiny bit

c)

an even split

d)

the largest portion

109.

George Orwell's dystopian novel 1984 focuses on a totalitarian society in which the citizens are frequently reminded that their leader, Big Brother, is always watching.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

The headline read: "Smart Phones Becoming Big Brother."

a)

a benevolent government that takes care of its people

b)

a democratic society with laws protecting privacy

c)

a ruler that allows freedom of speech

d)

a threatening power that monitors all aspects of people's lives

110.

The comic book superhero Spider-Man possesses a spidey sense that warns him of impending trouble.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Luther picked up his pace on the trail as his spidey sense began to tingle.

a)

sense of smell

b)

sense of danger

c)

sense of wonder

d)

sense of pride

111.

Which President was Martin Luther King Jr. alluding to in his speech, "I Have a Dream", with the following lines: "Five score years ago a great American in whose symb­olic shadow we stand today signed the Emancipation Proclamation."?

a)

George Bush

b)

Barack Obama

c)

Abraham Lincoln

d)

George Washington

112.
Which of the following is not an example of an allusion?
a)
She transformed her backyard to look like the Garden of Eden.
b)
His wife was his Achilles' heel.
c)
He lies so much, I'm surprised his nose doesn't grow like Pinnochio's.
d)
We'll miss him so much because he was the best dog ever.
113.
Bruno Mars- That's what I Like
"Everything 24 karats
Take a look in that mirror
Now tell me who's the fairest
Is it you? (is it you?) Is it me? (is it me?)"
what is the term for the phrase in red text?
a)
Allusion
b)
simile
c)
metaphor
d)
hyperbole
114.

Kendrick Lamar- DNA

"I just win again, then win again like Wimbledon, I serve

Yeah, that's him again, the sound that engine in is like a bird"

what is the term for the text in red-

a)

personification

b)

simile

c)

allusion

d)

hyperbole

115.
A temptation that leads to trouble alludes to _____________________.
a)
Odyssey
b)
Pandora's box
c)
Trojan Horse
d)
Midas Touch
116.
Swimming for four hours this afternoon and not giving up took a ______________ effort. 
a)
atlas
b)
Herculean
c)
Pandora's box
d)
martial
117.
Joe is an innovator who has the _____________ when it comes to creating inventions that work and make money. 
a)
Pandora's box
b)
Midas touch
c)
panic
d)
odyssey
118.
I went on an ______________ to India and saw many interesting places. 
a)
cereal
b)
odyssey
c)
typhoon
d)
fortune
119.
In the fable "The Boy Who Cried Wolf," a shepherd boy repeatedly tricks people in his village by falsely claiming that a wolf is coming to eat his flock. When a wolf actually comes and the boy cries for help, nobody believes him or comes to his aid.
What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
Lucy warned her youngest son not to cry wolf while wrestling with his older brother. 
a)
to raise a false alarm 
b)
to make howling sounds 
c)
to physically become a wolf
d)
none of the above
120.
was a hero in Greek mythology who was renowned for his strength and courage. He is best known for completing his 12 labors,
a)
Perseus
b)
Athena
c)
Hercules 
d)
Hera
121.
Define allusion. 
a)
a figure of speech that refers to a well-known story, event, person, or object from history in order to make a comparison in the readers' minds
b)
a figure of speech that is not meant to be taken literally 
c)
a comparison made using like or as that also utilizes personification 
d)
when the author appeals to the 5 senses of the reader to help the reader feel like we are experiencing what is happening in the reading.
122.

Jason and Daniel are looking forward to the upcoming basketball season. Last year, their team had a lot of great players, but defense was their Achilles' heel. What does the phrase "Achilles heel" allude to?

a)

The story of Achilles whose heel was magical.

b)

The myth of Achilles whose heel was the only part of him that was mortal. A shot to the heel was the only way to kill Achilles. It was his weakness.

c)

The myth where Achilles overcame twelve labors.

123.

Liliana decided to plan a surprise birthday party for her friend, Beth. When she sw David in the hall at school she asked him if he wanted to help with the party invitations. "I don't have time to plan a stupid birthday party!" David grumbled. "Well, you don't have to be a scrooge about it!" Liliana quipped. What did Liliana mean?

a)

David was being grumpy about the party.

b)

David was taking all of the credit for the party.

c)

David doesn't like birthday parties.

124.

What does the myth Pandora's Box explain about humans living on earth?

a)

That beautiful people only care about themselves.

b)

Why there are evils in the world.

c)

It is not good to be curious.

125.

At recess, Tim said something mean to Heather. After seeing the look Heather gave him, Stacey said, "Wow! Tim, if looks could kill.." This allusion refers to_________

a)

Looking at Medusa turned someone to stone.

b)

Hercules killing the giant snake when he was a baby.

c)

Pandora being so beautiful, it killed her husband.

126.

Read the source of the allusion.


In Roman mythology, Cupid is the god of love. He often shoots arrows at people to make them love each other.


What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?


I know I'm playing Cupid, but I think Ruth and my cousin should spend more time together.

a)

trying to make people fall in love

b)

sharing or expressing an unpopular point of view

c)

saying kind and pleasant things about people

127.

Read the source of the allusion.


In Greek mythology, the gods send Pandora a box and tell her never to open it. Out of curiosity, Pandora opens it. The box is filled with evils that are let loose into the world.


What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?


Buying that beat-up old car was like opening Pandora's box.

a)

a fun or interesting project

b)

a source of many problems

c)

a window into the past

128.

What is a Herculean task?

a)

Something you must do

b)

Something very difficult to do

c)

Something you don't feel like doing

129.

A Trojan Horse is...

a)

A practical joke

b)

An attack, disguised as a gift

c)

A terrible illness

130.

He is so talented, that he makes a lot of money! He is lucky that his talent is such a blessing. We would say he has the ______________.

a)

Narcissist

b)

Trojan Horse

c)

Midas Touch

d)

Herculean Task

131.

Which of the following is not an example of an allusion?

a)

his wife was his Achille's heel

b)

he lies so much, I'm surprised his nose doesn't grow like Pinnochio's

c)

she transformed her backyard to look like the Garden of Eden.

d)

we'll miss him so much because he was the best dog ever.

132.

In Greek mythology, a mythical bird called the phoenix lives for hundreds of years before bursting into flames at its death. However, it soon rises from its own ashes and is reborn.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Fans debated whether their team would rise from the ashes.

a)

To come back after destruction or defeat

b)

To surprise an opponent

c)

To think optimistically

133.

If you allude to someone being a Trojan Horse, you mean

a)

exactly what they seem to be

b)

they are not what they seem to be

134.

Read the source of the allusion.


John Hancock was a leader during the American Revolution. He is remembered for writing his name in large letters on the Declaration of Independence.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?


Put your John Hancock here on the form, please.

a)

a person's history

b)

a person's signature

135.

Read the source of the allusion.


In one of Aesop's fables, a country mouse enjoys eating fancy food with its cousin in the city. After dogs chase them, the country mouse decides that country life is better than city life.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?


After a week at a fancy Chicago hotel, Kayla decided that she was more of a country mouse.

a)

someone who prefers safety over riches

b)

someone who prefers excitement over comfort

136.

Read the source of the allusion.


In the fairy tale "The Pied Piper of Hamelin," the pied piper plays a magical pipe. Using the pipe, he gets animals and people to follow him.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?


By promising to solve the town's problems, the mayor became a pied piper for supporters.

a)

a leader who gathers many followers

b)

a leader who listens to people

137.

Read the source of the allusion.


In classical mythology, Hercules is the son of a god and has amazing strength.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?


It took a Herculean effort, but Ronald moved the giant branch out of the road.

a)

very dangerous

b)

very strong

138.

If someone says "If looks could kill," what allusion are they alluding to?

a)

King Midas

b)

Medusa

c)

Titans

d)

Zeus

139.

If someone says "I'm carrying the weight of the world on my shoulders, what allusion are they alluding to?

a)

Zeus

b)

Atlas

c)

Hercules

d)

Sirens

140.

If someone says "He put forth a Herculean effort," what allusion are they alluding to?

a)

Pandora's Box

b)

Hercules

c)

Trojans

d)

Olympians

141.

If someone says, "Oh no! You've opened Pandora's Box!" What allusion are they referencing?

a)

Pandora's Box

b)

Sirens

c)

Harpies

d)

Sirens

142.

If someone says, "My dad is always harping on me"

What allusion are they referencing

a)

Harpies

b)

Zeus

c)

Hercules

d)

Atlas

143.

What does it mean if someone is "harping" on you?

a)

They are always singing

b)

They are always swimming

c)

They are always on you about something or complaining

d)

They are always so sweet it gets annoying

144.

What does it mean if you say you have "an Achilles heel" in something?

a)

You have a weakness

b)

You have a strength

c)

You are a fast runner

d)

You were held upside down

145.

What does the phrase "If looks could kill" mean?

a)

The way you were looking at someone was ugly, ill, evil

b)

You are so pretty that it could hurt someone

c)

Someone looks at you and winks

d)

The way you were looking at someone was silly, goofy, or funny.

146.

What does it mean if someone says "you have the Midas touch?"

a)

Everything you touch turns to good fortune, or luck

b)

Everything you touch turns to chocoloate

c)

Everything you touch makes people statues of cold cobblestone

d)

Everything you touch is terrible, bad luck.

147.

What does it mean if someone says that something is "The Trojan horse"

a)

Looks can be decieving

b)

Not everything is always what it seems

c)

You may trick someone into something

d)

All of these answers

148.
Two young children went up a hill to get some water and they had an accident.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
149.
A young boy planted some magic beans which lead him on an incredible journey.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
150.
Be happy with what you have and who you are.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
151.
Money doesn't create happiness.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
152.
A young girl went to visit her grandma, and faced danger in her journey.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
153.
Hard work will always pay off in the end.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
154.
Don't judge a person by how they look on the outside because it's what's on the inside that counts.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
155.
Always choose to be kind to others.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
156.
A maid has the opportunity to go to the King’s ball, and with a little magic, she makes it on time.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
157.
A young farmer enjoys playing tricks on people, but when he really needs help, no one comes to help him.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
158.
What makes a family isn't the people in it, but the love, support, and protection that is given.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
159.
Three men decided to challenge each other for who could build the best house, and only one house remains standing at the end.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
160.
Thinking about the outcome of any situation will help along the journey.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
161.
A mother locks her daughter in tall tower to keep her safe from danger… or to keep her long hair all to herself.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
162.
The boys never expected to get caught stealing the bag of chips, but the security camera caught their theft.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
163.
When Julia fell off the monkey bars and broke her arm, she was terrified to go to the emergency room.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
164.
It was a rainy day, and mom had to get creative to keep the kids from getting too bored.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
165.
Never give up on something that is important to you.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
166.
It doesn't matter what type of clothes you wear or the kind of music you listen to.  What matters most is who you are inside.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
167.
Even if someone has something else that you want, you should still be thankful for what you have.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
168.
No matter the circumstances, a true friend will always be there for you.
a)
Theme
b)
Main idea
169.
It is important to always put family first.
a)
Theme
b)
Main idea
170.
Even though it had been a terrible day, Terrence came home in a pleasant mood, hoping to have a good night.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea
171.
When you aren't sure of a solution, use creativity and your imagination to solve the problem.
a)
Theme
b)
Main Idea

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