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WorksheetsEnglish II Final Exam
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Contend
argue
to attach
rodent
simple
Personate
idle
moan
pretend to be
portrays
entreaty
disapproval
woeful
simple
humble request
Suppliant
put down
humble plea
humble request
difficult
daunted
intimidated
miserable
poisonous
argue
monarch
narrow bladed saw
scoundrel
sovereign
unsophisticated country person
wretched
deprived
miserable
laborious
disapproval
bereft
difficult
thrash
daunted
deprived
delineates
put down
portrays
pretend to be
rodent
rustic
unsophisticated country person
sovereign
scoundrel
villager
censure
disapproval
disappointment
disobedient
disrespectful
noxious
radioactive
toxic
poisonous
venomous
cleave
to choose not to do something
to attach
to stick
to be let down
vermin
rodent
disgusting
dangerous
dog
floundering
live
thrash
seize
jump
strenuous
humble plea
laid back work
tiring
laborious
plaintively
deprived
woeful
happiness
scoundrel
suppress
put down
intimidated
miserable
idle
louts
villager
unsophisticated country person
scoundrel
sovereign
fretsaw
narrow bladed saw
axe
chainsaw
broad bladed saw
soughing
talk
moan
scream
sob
austere
simple
difficult
hard
easy
workshy
idle
laborious
difficult
rodent
arduous
difficult
miserable
poisonous
sovereign
What is an example of magical realism?
a flying house that comes with a detailed technical manual
a cat that wears a hat, eats pasta, and plays the violin
a beam of light that transports a man to another planet
a supernatural being that resembles a large bowl of pudding.
Which of the following best describes a "human truth" revealed in Ovid's story "The Transformation of Arachne into a Spider?"
Arachne acquires a reputation for fine workmanship
Pallas transforms Arachne into a spider
Arachne displays a haughty superiority
Pallas uses her embroidery to celebrate the gods
Which two of the following events are most important in determining why the chief clerk left the Samsa household?
The clerk catches a glimpse of Gregor as he leaves his room.
Gregor's sister Grete begins to weep
Gregor makes a run toward the chief clerk.
the chief clerk hears something fall inside Gregor's room
Mr. Samsa begins to weep.
Which quote from the text represents Gregor remaining "calm?"
"And he lay there quietly a while longer, breathing lightly as if he perhaps expected the total stillness to bring things back to their real and natural state.'
"He isn't well, please believe me. Why else would Gregor have missed a train! The lad only ever thinks about the business . . ."
"Gregor was still there and had not the slightest intention of abandoning his family."
"The first few times he tried to climb up on the smooth chest of drawers he just slid down again, but he finally gave himself one last swing and stood there upright; the lower part of his body was in serious pain but he no longer gave any attention to it."
Which quote from the text represents Gregor being “self-sacrificing?”
“Should he really call for help though, even apart from the fact that all the doors were locked? Despite all the difficulty he was in, he could not suppress a smile at this thought.”
“Gregor was still there and had not the slightest intention of abandoning his family.”
“He did not have the slightest doubt that the change in his voice was nothing more than the first sign of a serious cold, which was an occupational hazard for traveling salesmen.”
"And he lay there quietly a while longer, breathing lightly as if he perhaps expected the total stillness to bring things back to their real and natural
Which of the following statements is an example of what Rushdie calls “human truth”?
Anna Karenina was a real person
Salman Rushdie included a flying carpet in his novel.
Fiction contains elements that are universal to all humans.
Fiction is sometimes based on true events.
What are two similarities between Gregor and Arachne? (Choose two answers)
The characters accept the reality of the situation.
The characters explicitly reference mythological figures.
The characters’ transformations defy natural law.
The characters have trouble being understood when speaking.
The characters are haughty.
What is the definition of caustic?
Corrosive
Magnificence
Stubborn
Unvarying
Which statement best explains why Gregor is fascinated with the picture of the lady in furs?
Gregor wishes he, too, could grow a layer of fur.
Gregor's humanity is also hidden under an animal covering.
Gregor is drawn to the beauty of the lady in furs.
Gregor is worried that Grete will take the picture away.
Read the excerpt, then answer the question. The Metamorphosis (Section II) by Franz Kafka
“So, while the women were leant against the desk in the other room catching their breath, he sallied out, changed direction four times not knowing what he should save first.”
What is the meaning of sallied as it is used in the excerpt?
to greet someone vigorously to greet someone vigorously
to let out a loud yell to let out a loud yell
to depart from a place to depart from a place
to lash out in anger to lash out in anger
Which statement best explains the symbolic significance of the apple that hits Gregor in the back?
The apple stands for knowledge that comes with a price.
The apple stands for Gregor’s lack of interest in eating.
The apple symbolizes the father’s wrath at Gregor.
The apple symbolizes the Samsa family’s financial distress.
Which two changes in Gregor’s physical behavior contribute most to his family’s distress?
Gregor discovers how to make use of his antennae.
Gregor discovers he now prefers to eat garbage.
Gregor discovers he is able to heal more rapidly.
Gregor develops an aptitude for climbing walls.
Gregor realizes he can no longer see as well as he once did.
Which example best fits the criteria of “magical realism”?
Mr. Samsa’s work clothes are described in vivid detail.
Grete describes Gregor as a “monster” rather than a human.
The wounds on Gregor’s insect body are described realistically.
Like Gregor, his family experiences a transformation.
Why do the three gentlemen give their notice that they will not remain at the Samsa household?
They are bothered by Grete’s violin-playing.
They are repulsed by the appearance of Gregor.
They dislike the type of food they are served.
They disagree with the rent Mr. Samsa charges.
Which two events contribute most directly to Gregor’s decline and death?
Gregor refuses to eat food and begins to starve.
Gregor’s wound on his back begins to fester.
The charwoman tickles Gregor with her broom.
Gregor attempts to attack the charwoman.
The family starts piling junk in Gregor’s room.
Which statement best represents an example of personification in "Sestina" from The Complete Poems 1927–1979 by Elizabeth Bishop?
The scarab has “seven crippled feet.”
The teakettle is shedding its tears.
The woman has “equinoctial tears.”
The poet cannot abide sadness.
Which statement best describes a theme in "Sestina" from The Complete Poems 1927–1979 by Elizabeth Bishop?
Grief can be felt at the same time each year.
Loss and grief are a natural part of life.
There are changes we must all face in life.
With age comes stronger feelings of sadness.
Which statement best explains why the arrival of the spider-woman makes the villagers lose interest in the old man with wings?
The spider-woman charges less admission than the old man.
The old man does not perform very impressive miracles.
The spider-woman appears more fantastical than the old man.
The old man doesn’t explain his origins, while the spider-woman does
Which of the following describes an almanac?
farmer's calendar
website of instructions
driver's manual
research journal
Which of the following words occurs at the time of the equinox?
equinoctial
solstice
Marvel
Inscrutable
Which statement best summarizes Elisenda’s emotional reaction to the departure of the angel?
Elisenda is happy that the angel now has the ability to fly.
Elisenda is relieved the angel will no longer be a nuisance.
Elisenda is amazed by how much the angel looks like a vulture.
Elisenda is surprised that the angel would head out to the sea.
What is the definition of magnanimous?
Acting nobly
Multiplied
Minor illnesses
Awkward or clumsy
What is the definition of repugnant?
Outside the city, country
Contemplation, deep thought
Offensive, disgusting
A woman hired to clean houses or offices
What character trait of Mr. Samsa is revealed in Part III?
laziness
thoughtfulness
sorrowfulness
stubbornness
Which statement best explains Gregor’s desires in Part III?
Gregor wishes to satisfy his desire for human contact.
Gregor desires to move his limbs more freely.
Gregor wishes he, too, could play an instrument.
Gregor desires to eat food he will enjoy.
Ovid
god of war
a roman poet
god of the sea
goddess of wisdom
