WorksheetsEnglish 2 Fall Semester Review
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 12mins
A literary device that shows a contrast between what is expected and what actually happens
Irony
Symbol
Metaphor
Juxtaposition
How does Haemon's relationship with Creon develop in the play?
Starts off insubordinate, evolves to subordinate
Starts off Subordinate, evolves to insubordinate
Which sentence is written correctly? (Select all that apply)
The dog likes to fetch, and is very fast.
Shelly likes pizza, tacos, and salad.
Where were you at on September 11, 2001?
The water is deep enough to dive in, isn't it?
What is the purpose of the guard in the play?
Dramatic tension
Substantial authority
Tragic Hero
Comic Relief
Select the sentence that is written correctly
Either he or Jerry are driving the truck
Either he or Jerry is driving the truck.
Either he, or Jerry, will drive the truck.
Either Jerry or him will drive the truck.
Why does Creon believe his beliefs are superior over Haemon's?
Haemon is too old to have valid beliefs
Haemon is a liar
Haemon's youth
Haemon's physical health
The lesson, message, or moral of the story is known as...
Main Idea
Irony
Theme
Setting
At the end of the play, how was Creon left?
Grateful and proud
Sad and alone
Happy and Healthy
Delighted and justified
What is the final message of the chorus?
Wisdom comes with age
Be grateful for what you have
Always listen to the citizens
The law reigns supreme
Which shows the main difference in Connotation and denotation?
Denotation refers to the literal or dictionary definition of a word, while connotation deals with the emotional or associative meanings and nuances associated with that word.
Connotation represents the commonly accepted definition of a word, while denotation encompasses the figurative, abstract interpretations attributed to that word.
Denotation pertains to the metaphorical meanings conveyed by a word, while connotation focuses on its literal, surface-level definition.
Connotation denotes the exact, factual meaning of a word, while denotation emphasizes the emotional or subjective interpretations linked with its usage.
Which word describes Creon if he is stubborn and unyielding in his position, showing a strong determination to stick to his own beliefs and decisions regardless of the advice or warnings given to him, what
Latent
Sheepish
Bored
Obstinate
True/False: Creon believes everyone should be treated equally after death?
True
False
Why would an author use multiple perspectives? (Select all that apply)
Offers a more comprehensive view of events, characters and situations.
To create confusion and ambiguity, making it harder for readers to connect with any specific character in the story.
Allows for different viewpoints, motivations, and experiences.
To limit the scope of the narrative, focusing solely on the perspectives of the main characters and excluding alternative viewpoints.
Which of the following is a significant way authors establish credibility in their work?
Exclusively presenting subjective opinions without acknowledging differing viewpoints.
Engaging with the audience through social media platforms to promote their personal opinions.
Utilizing complex language to impress readers and demonstrate their intelligence
Providing well-researched information and citing reputable sources to support claims or arguments.
Neither the dog nor the cat _______ to go to the vet.
Want
Wants
Creon believes in the importance of prioritizing friendship over the laws of the state
True
False
An object, person, situation, or action that represents or stands for something beyond its literal meaning
Jeopardy
Irony
Symbol
Metaphor
a literary device used by writers to make indirect or passing reference to a person, event, piece of literature, or work of art. It relies on the reader's familiarity with the referenced subject to convey meaning, evoke emotions, or add depth to the text.
Alliteration
Onomatopoeia
Simile
Allusion
As Antigone makes her case to Creon, she says, “Living, as I live, with evil all about me, Think Death less than a friend?”
Allusion
Personification
Oxymoron
Symbolism
a direct statement or instruction aimed at encouraging the audience to do something tangible and specific
Call to Action
Call your friends
Call 'em up
Evidence
