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Unit 3 - Review (Part 1)

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

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Class
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1.

Antithesis is described as...

a)

two opposite ideas are joined to create an effect.

b)

comparison between two unlike things.

c)

two contrasting or opposite ideas in a sentence for effect.

2.

Which is an example of antithesis?

a)

That's one small step for humankind and two more small steps for mankind.

b)

All the joy the world has the wanting of happiness for others. All of the misery the world contains has its origin in the desire to possess happiness for oneself at the expense of others.

c)

Students congregate at the park because there are many reasons to play outside.

d)

None of the Above

3.

Which sentence uses parallel structure?

Hint: This is an example of a clause parallel structure.

a)

I liked your essay: Your thesis is clear, you present a strong argument, and your claim is well supported.

b)

I liked your essay: Your thesis is clear, your argument is strong, and your claim is well supported.

4.

Which of the following does NOT use a parallel structure?

a)

I will follow you anywhere, no matter the time, or any place, and for any reason whatsoever.

b)

I will follow you anywhere, any time, any place, for any reason.

5.

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

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

a)

saying kind and pleasant things about people

b)

trying to make people fall in love

c)

None of the above

6.

Which sentence is an example of an analogy?

a)

The boy with fair hair lowered himself down the last few feet of rock and began to pick his way toward the lagoon.

Lord of the Flies

b)

Ralph wept for the end of innocence, the darkness of man's heart, and the fall through the air of the true, wise friend called Piggy.

Lord of the Flies

c)

This sweltering summer of the Negro’s legitimate discontent will not pass until there is an invigorating autumn of freedom and equality.

Martin Luther King, Jr.

d)

All of the Above

7.

True or False: The Latin root -plac- means “calm,” “peaceful,” or “pleasing.”

a)

True

b)

False

8.

True or False: The Latin root -trem- means “to shake” or “to shiver

a)

True

b)

False

9.

Which of the following best describes a memoir?

a)

A fictional story about magical creatures and faraway lands

b)

A personal account focusing on significant memories and experiences from someone's life

c)

A complete biography covering every detail of a person's life from birth to present

d)

A news article reporting on current events

10.

After reading a newspaper article about a new school recycling program, you notice the author uses phrases like "groundbreaking initiative," "remarkable success," and "inspiring students."

What is the author's point of view toward the recycling program?

a)

 The author is disappointed in the program

b)

The author is neutral about the program

c)

The author is confused about the program

d)

 The author is enthusiastic and supportive of the program