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EOC Reading Review 2

Total questions: 52

Worksheet time: 1hrs 16mins

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Class
Date
1.

Shows things that reveal the personality of a character.

a)

Direct characterization.

b)

Indirect characterization.

2.
Read the following passage: 
"We did it! We did it! We did it!" Mei boasted, slapping her hand against the table, scattering toast crumbs, knocking aside teaspoons and almost smearing the butter in her zeal. 
"Whoa!" her brohter exclaimed, startled. "Well congratulations!"
Mei stood up and triumphantly strutted around the kitchen, transforming her walk around the breakfast table into a victory parade. 
Her brother laughed, suprised and amused. "Who are you, and what have you done with me sister, Mei?" he teased. 
Based on the passage, what can you infer about the main character Mei? 
a)
Mei is outgoing and loud
b)
Mei is timid
c)
Mei is not very athletic
d)
Mei is not usually so boastful and energetic
3.

Based on the following description of Dee, which inference can you make about her? “She used to read to us without pity; forcing words, lies, other folks’ habits, whole lives upon us two, sitting trapped and ignorant underneath her voice.”

a)

She knew how important it was to educate her mother and sister.

b)

The stories she told were meant to frighten her family and keep them awake at night.

c)

Dee found many ways to show her mother and sister that she was smarter than they were.

d)

Because she could read so well, Dee probably would make a fine teacher.

4.

Which inference can you make about Maggie from the following description? “‘How do I look, Mama?’ Maggie says, showing just enough of her thin body enveloped in pink skirt and red blouse for me to know she’s there, almost hidden by the door.”

a)

Being unsure of herself, Maggie needed her mother to tell her she looked nice.

b)

No matter what she wore, Maggie always wanted her mother to compliment her.

c)

Because Maggie was small and thin, she liked to wear bright colors to stand out.

d)

The door was so heavy that Maggie could not open it herself.

5.
The exposition is like an introduction that establishes which of the following:
a)
Characters
b)
Setting
c)
Conflict
d)
More than one of the above
6.
What is the purpose of the resolution?
a)
To end the story.
b)
To solve any conflicts.
c)
To tie up loose ends.
d)
All of the above.
7.
What is the basic definition of a plot?
a)
A structured sequence or order of events
b)
A story with external and internal conflict
c)
A literary device that provides character analysis
d)
A guide for reading any kind of story or text
8.
Setting can be inferred by all of the following except:
a)
Furniture & Architecture
b)
Transportation & Clothing
c)
Dialects & Accents
d)
Internal Conflicts & External Conflicts
9.
What is the function of the setting?
a)
To set the mood and show a different way of life
b)
To provide the highest point of tension
c)
To explain the importance of where the story takes place
d)
To develop the imagination
10.
The main character in the story is referred to as what?
a)
Antagonist
b)
Dynamic
c)
Protagonist
d)
Static
11.
"Sequence of events told in the order they happened" is the definition of what?
a)
Flashback
b)
Order of operations
c)
Linear order
d)
Chronological order
12.
All of the following are external conflicts expect which of the following:
a)
Character vs Character
b)
Character vs Self
c)
Character vs Society
d)
Character vs Nature
13.

What is the theme of the following text?


“It is far better to endure patiently a smart which nobody feels but yourself, than to commit a hasty action whose evil consequences will extend to all connected with you; and besides, the Bible bids us return good for evil.” (Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte)

a)

Karma will get you back.

b)

Evil is everywhere.

c)

Materialism is a destructive quality.

d)

Overcome evil with goodness.

14.

What is the theme of the following text?


“Stuff your eyes with wonder, he said, live as if you’d drop dead in ten seconds. See the world. It’s more fantastic than any dream made or paid for in factories.” (Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury)

a)

Travel is a worthy pursuit.

b)

Live every day to the fullest.

c)

The quest for power is a wasted desire.

d)

Youth and beauty are fleeting.

15.

What is the theme of the following text?


“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go.” (Oh, the Places You’ll Go! by Dr. Seuss)

a)

You are in charge of your own destiny.

b)

Always know where you are going.

c)

Loss of innocence comes at a price.

d)

Power is the eye of the beholder.

16.

What is the theme of the following text?


“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair…” (A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens)

a)

Life is full of paradoxes.

b)

Opposites attract.

c)

Seasons come and go.

d)

Inner strength is more important than outer strength.

17.

What is the theme of the following passage?


“Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary, Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore— While I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping, As of some one gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door.…” (The Raven by Edgar Allan

a)

Fear is an unsettling but powerful emotion.

b)

Revenge is always an option.

c)

Always lock your doors.

d)

The boogie man is alive and wel

18.

What is the definition of mood?

a)

Mood is a type of weather condition.

b)

Mood is a person's emotional state or disposition.

c)

Mood is a type of music genre.

d)

Mood is a type of food.

19.

What is the definition of tone?

a)

The pitch or frequency of a sound

b)

The color or shade of a color

c)

The speed or tempo of a piece of music

d)

Attitude or emotion conveyed by the writer or speaker

20.

How can you identify the mood in literature?

a)

Identify the genre and plot of the literature.

b)

Analyze the tone, setting, and emotions conveyed by the characters and the overall atmosphere of the text.

c)

Pay attention to the length and structure of the sentences in the literature.

d)

Look for the use of figurative language and symbolism in the text.

21.

How can you identify the tone in literature?

a)

Analyze the author's choice of words, the overall mood of the text, and the attitudes and emotions conveyed by the characters.

b)

Pay attention to the length of the sentences and paragraphs in the passage.

c)

Look for the use of similes and metaphors in the text.

d)

Identify the setting and time period of the story.

22.

What are some words that can be used to describe a positive tone?

a)

pessimistic

b)

gloomy

c)

optimistic, cheerful, enthusiastic, uplifting, encouraging

d)

discouraging

23.

What are some words that can be used to describe a negative tone?

a)

optimistic

b)

angry, bitter, critical, cynical, harsh, sarcastic, pessimistic, hostile

c)

positive

d)

happy

24.

Which word BEST describes the TONE of this movie poster?

a)

ecstatic

b)

annoyed

c)

cheerful

d)

serious

25.

Which word best describes the MOOD of this movie poster?

a)

exhilarated

b)

insecure

c)

unhappy

d)

scared

26.

Which word best describes the TONE of this movie poster?

a)

uncertain

b)

tender

c)

lonely

d)

enraged

27.

If a poem uses a lot of dark imagery, such as tombstones, bats, and cobwebs, what would the mood be?

a)

Happy and bright

b)

Excited and invigorated

c)

Bleak and fearful

d)

Angry and agitated

28.

First person point of view is when the narrator uses words like:

a)

She, They, He

b)

I, Me, My

c)

You, Your

29.

Third person point of view is when the narrator uses words like:

a)

She, They, He

b)

I, Me, My

c)

You, Your

30.

Second person point of view is when the narrator uses words like:

a)

She, They, He

b)

I, Me, My

c)

You, Your

31.

Third person omniscient point of view is when the narrator knows the feelings and thoughts of ______ characters.

a)

all

b)

one

c)

none of the

32.

You have to be very quiet so you don’t scare away the rabbit.

a)

First Person

b)

Second Person

c)

Third Person

33.

Mike took his book to the library to renew it for one more week.

a)

First Person

b)

Second Person

c)

Third Person

34.

The dew on the grass made my running shoes damp. It didn't bother me. The sound of my feet hitting the street formed a rhythm, a steady pattern of light thumps. I timed my breathing with the rhythm. These sounds filled my head. I thought of nothing other than the next step and keeping my tempo. I soared over the sidewalks like concrete clouds.

a)

Third Person

b)

First Person

c)

Second Person

35.

If you are confused about something in class, don't wait. Raise your hand and ask for help immediately. Your teacher will probably be happy that you are taking an active part in your education and should attempt to explain the material in a different way. You are worth it. Don't give up on yourself.

a)

First Person

b)

Third Person

c)

Second Person

36.

April opened the escape hatch. She was afraid to jump, but she realized that the airship was sinking. She looked at Vince, who was strapping on his parachute. Vince locked eyes with her and then he realized the error in his conduct. "I'm sorry, April. That was rude of me. Let me help you with yours." He proceeded to attach the other parachute to April's back. This made him feel a little better.

a)

First Person

b)

Second Person

c)

Third Person Omniscient

d)

Third Person Limited

37.
Read the claim and the supporting evidence.Claim: Spaying and neutering is the appropriate thing for pet owners to do.Evidence: Spayed and neutered pets don't produce offspring that may end up in shelters or become strays.Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.
a)
Pet  owners have a responsibility not to burden shelters or the community at large.
b)
On average, spayed and neutered pets live longer, healthier lives.
38.
Read the claim and the supporting evidence.Claim: Tori is an exceptionally organized person.Evidence: Last month, Tori flawlessly prepared and served a meal for thirty guests.Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.
a)
Tori also takes cooking courses at the community college
b)
Only an organized person can successfully manage such a project
39.
Read the claim and the supporting evidence.Claim: Jonah should not be allowed to babysit his younger sister.Evidence: Jonah easily loses patience with her.Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.
a)
Jonah is only twelve and has virtually no experience with babysitting
b)
Patience is a crucial characteristic in someone providing childcare
40.
Read the claim and the supporting evidence.Claim: Parents should not give their young children access to televisions, tablets, or similar devices.Evidence: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under the age of two have no screen time.Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.
a)
The American Academy of Pediatrics is a trusted source for recommendations about raising healthy children
b)
Older children should similarly have little to no screen time
41.
Read the claim and the supporting evidence.Claim: Businesses accrue productivity gains when they allow their employees to telecommute.Evidence: Studies have shown that those who work from home put in longer hours.Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.
a)
Telecommuters' longer hours are reflective of greater productivity
b)
Offering telecommuting also allows companies to attract better employees: those who are the most productive.
42.
Many breeds of dogs are used for work. In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. The dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. They also keep sheep from wandering off. Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty and gentleness. Based on your reading of the text, you can INFER that:
a)
Sheepdogs are not very smart dogs.
b)
Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.
c)
There are many breeds of dogs.
d)
Wolves are afraid of sheepdogs.
43.
What is an inference?
a)
 An inference is something that you think is true based on information that you have.
b)
An inference is directly written in the text
44.
In real life, people who can back up an opinion about a text with Textual Evidence are taken more seriously than people who can only give a reason of “just because".
a)
True
b)
False
45.
Rosario was enjoying her vacation in the California sun. She was lying on araft in the ocean. This was perfect, Rosario thought. There was no noise—no childrenscreaming, no horns honking—and there were no papers to grade. All she couldhear was the crashing of the waves onto the beach. Rosario sighed and lookedaround her at the beauty of the ocean. Then she saw something long and graycoming toward her on an approaching wave. She thought, “This could only be onething!” and started yelling for help. She paddled back to shore as quickly as she could.She made it to the shore in one piece , but she realized that many people were laughing at her.
We can infer that the "thing" was not a...
a)
shark
b)
surfer
c)
swimmer
46.
Stephen and Joseph Montgolfier were papermakers, but they had been interested in flying for many years. One night, in 1782, Joseph noticed something that gave him an idea. He was sitting in front of the fire when he saw some small pieces of scorched paper being carried up the chimney.Soon afterwards, the brothers conducted an experiment. They lit a fire under a small silk bag, which was open at the bottom; at once, the bag rose to the ceiling. After this, Stephen and Joseph conducted many more experiments, both indoors and in the open air. Eventually, they built a huge balloon of linen and paper. On June 5th, 1783, they launched their balloon in the village of Annonay. 
Which sentence in this article provides text evidence for the inference that the Montgolfier brothers used hot air to lift their balloon?
a)
Eventually, they built a huge balloon of linen and paper.
b)
They lit a fire under a small silk bag, which was open at the bottom; at once the bag rose to the ceiling.
c)
On June 5th, 1783, they launched their balloon in the village of Annonay.
d)
One night, in 1782, Joseph noticed something that gave him an idea.
47.
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch.  Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat.  He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning.  On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed.  He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.  
Based on the text, how do you know Paul works in construction?
a)
He has tools
b)
He goes straight up the stairs to shower
c)
His boots are muddy and his overalls are dusty
d)
He wears a hat
48.
Which piece of evidence could be used to BEST support this claim:
High school students should be required to wear uniforms.
a)
When adding everything up, a school uniform could end up costing more than $200.
b)
A student reported, "Allowing us to wear our own clothes gives us a chance to show our unique style and independence."
c)
At one school that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendence rates went up, and behavior incidents went down.
d)
School uniforms can be ordered online .
49.

What does text structure mean?

a)

information in the text

b)

the way the author organizes information in the text

c)

the way the author presents the information in the text.

d)

how the text is typed up.

50.

Signal words are transition words authors use to introduce topics in their writing. Signal words help readers to understand the type of text structure an author uses.

Choose the box with the right signal words for Cause and Effect

a)

first, then, next, last

b)

as a result, because, if/then

consequently,

c)

cause, effect, text structure

d)

before, after, final

51.

What does Chronological/Sequence mean?

a)

when something happens

b)

the result of something happening

c)

how you do something

d)

tells the order in which events occur or steps in the process

52.

Signal words are transition words authors use to introduce topics in their writing. Signal words help readers to understand the type of text structure an author uses.

Choose the box with the correct signal words for Chronological/Sequence?

a)

because, since, if/then

b)

before/after, because, text

c)

first, next, then, last, before/after

d)

text structure, first, sequence