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Unit 3 Test Review

Total questions: 67

Worksheet time: 3hrs 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
What is Symbolism in literature?
a)
A) A technique used to express emotions through vivid descriptions.
b)
B) The use of symbols to represent ideas or concepts beyond their literal meaning.
c)
C) The process of creating realistic and detailed characters.
d)
D) A method for writing dialogue that mimics real speech patterns.
2.
Which of the following is an example of symbolism in literature?
a)
A) A character's internal monologue describing their fears.
b)
B) The color red representing passion or danger in a novel.
c)
C) A detailed description of a setting in a story.
d)
D) The use of a flashback to provide background information.
3.
What does a white dove typically symbolize?
a)
A) Chaos and destruction.
b)
B) Peace and purity.
c)
C) Greed and corruption.
d)
D) Anger and frustration.
4.
In the story "The Scarlet Ibis" how does the narrator’s treatment of Doodle reflect his own feelings about his brother’s disabilities?
a)
A) He is constantly patient and understanding.
b)
B) He is indifferent and avoids interacting with Doodle.
c)
C) He is proud and supportive of Doodle’s achievements.
d)
D) He is embarrassed and often cruel, pushing Doodle to meet his own expectations.
5.
How does the story "The Scarlet Ibis" explore themes of pride and its effects?
a)
A) It shows how pride can lead to personal success and happiness.
b)
B) It demonstrates how pride can motivate individuals to overcome obstacles.
c)
C) It illustrates how excessive pride can lead to tragic consequences for both the individual and those around them.
d)
D) It highlights how pride can bring families closer together.
6.
Who is the main character of the story "The Scarlet Ibis" ?
a)
Doodle
b)
Skippy
c)
James
d)
John
7.
Throughout "The Scarlet Ibis" there are several symbols such as: Bleeding Trees, Graveyard Flowers, Black Clouds, and a Blighted Summer. What do all of these symbols represent?
a)
Freedom
b)
Disability
c)
Love
d)
Death
8.
What is the central story of "The Lady, or the Tiger?"
a)
A man must choose between two doors, behind one of which is a beautiful woman and behind the other, a dangerous animal.
b)
A woman must choose between two suitors in a competition of strength.
c)
A king devises a puzzle to test the loyalty of his subjects.
d)
A prisoner is given a chance to escape through a maze filled with traps.
9.
How does the story "The Lady or the Tiger" end?
a)
The prisoner chooses a door and discovers the lady.
b)
The prisoner chooses a door and encounters the tiger.
c)
The story ends ambiguously, leaving the outcome open to interpretation.
d)
The prisoner is saved by the princess and escapes.
10.
What is the primary conflict in "The Golden Kite and the Silver Wind"?
a)
A battle between two neighboring kingdoms over territory.
b)
A rivalry between two city leaders to build the tallest tower.
c)
A competition between two cities to build the most powerful shape with walls.
d)
A dispute over a magical artifact between two wizards.
11.
In the story "The Golden Kite and Silver Wind" what is the resolution of the conflict between the two cities?
a)
The cities realize that their competition is dumb and agree to cooperate.
b)
One city conquers the other and takes over its territory.
c)
The cities build an even larger structure that overshadows both previous shapes.
d)
The cities abandon their rivalry and focus on different types of construction.
12.
The student in class who had the highest grades in middle school drops out of high school. This is an example of which type of irony?
a)
Verbal
b)
Dramatic
c)
Situational
d)
None of the above
13.
What is an example of dramatic irony in literature?
a)
A character finds a letter that they believe contains good news, but the letter actually contains a warning.
b)
The audience knows that a character is planning a surprise party, but the character they are planning for is unaware.
c)
A character receives an unexpected gift that they are delighted to receive.
d)
A detective discovers a clue that helps solve the mystery.
14.
Which of the following best illustrates verbal irony?
a)
A character looks out the window on a rainy day and says, "What a beautiful sunny day!"
b)
A character is thrilled to find a surprise party waiting for them at home.
c)
A person receives a compliment about their excellent cooking after preparing a meal.
d)
A student aces a test despite feeling unprepared.
15.
What does the term "ambiguity" refer to in literature?
a)
A situation where the plot is straightforward and easily understood.
b)
The use of clear and precise language to avoid confusion.
c)
A situation where a word, phrase, or situation has multiple meanings or interpretations, leading to uncertainty.
d)
A literary device that provides a clear resolution to the story’s conflict.
16.
Which of the following best defines an allegory?
a)
A narrative that uses detailed descriptions to create a vivid setting.
b)
A story in which characters and events symbolize abstract ideas, conveying a moral or political message.
c)
A plot-driven tale with complex characters and multiple subplots.
d)
A narrative that primarily focuses on real-life events and historical accuracy.
17.
What is the primary theme of "The Gift of the Magi"?
a)
A) The importance of wealth
b)
B) The value of personal appearance
c)
C) The selflessness of true love
d)
D) The significance of social status
18.

In the story Gift of the Magi What item does Della sell to buy a gift for Jim?

a)
A) Her necklace
b)
B) Her watch
c)
C) Her hair
d)
D) Her engagement ring
19.

In the story Gift of the Magi What item does Jim sell to buy a gift for Della?

a)
A) His watch
b)
B) His shoes
c)
C) His coat
d)
D) His ring
20.

In the story Gift of the Magi What does Della buy for Jim with the money she receives from selling her hair?

a)
A) A new pair of shoes
b)
B) A set of combs
c)
C) A pocket watch chain
d)
D) A new watch
21.

In the story Gift of the Magi What does Jim buy for Della with the money he receives from selling his watch?

a)
A) A set of combs
b)
B) A new dress
c)
C) A ring
d)
D) A necklace
22.

In the story Gift of the Magi What is the ironic twist at the end of the story?

a)
A) Both Della and Jim receive gifts they cannot use.
b)
B) Della and Jim forgot to buy each other gifts.
c)
C) Della and Jim are angry with each other.
d)
D) Della and Jim are both relieved not to have spent money.
23.
What literary device is primarily used in "The Gift of the Magi" to emphasize the story’s message?
a)
A) Foreshadowing
b)
B) Irony
c)
C) Hyperbole
d)
D) Symbolism
24.
Which of the following is an example of situational irony?
a)
A) A firefighter’s house burns down while he is at work.
b)
B) A character says, “I’m thrilled!” when they receive bad news.
c)
C) An audience knows that a character is planning a surprise party, but the character in the story does not.
d)
D) A detective solving a crime they themselves committed.
25.
What type of irony occurs when a character’s words convey a meaning opposite to their literal meaning?
a)
A) Situational Irony
b)
B) Verbal Irony
c)
C) Dramatic Irony
d)
D) Cosmic Irony
26.
In which scenario would dramatic irony be present?
a)
A) A character believes their secret is safe, but the audience knows it will soon be revealed.
b)
B) A character sarcastically says, “Oh, great!” when something bad happens.
c)
C) A teacher grades an exam while the students are unaware that their answers will affect their final grades.
d)
D) A person buys an expensive gift for someone who already has the same item.
27.
Which example illustrates verbal irony?
a)
A) A student who fails a test says, “I’m so glad I studied for this!”
b)
B) A man wins the lottery but then loses the ticket.
c)
C) A character finds out their long-lost sibling is actually their neighbor.
d)
D) A person is stuck in traffic while trying to get to a meeting they were early for.
28.
Which of the following is an example of situational irony?
a)
A) An actor forgets their lines in a play about forgetfulness.
b)
B) A character is unaware of an upcoming plot twist that the audience knows about.
c)
C) A doctor who is always telling patients to eat healthy is seen eating junk food.
d)
D) A police officer gets caught in a crime while on duty.
29.
When we the audience know something that the characters in the story do not, what type of irony is this?
a)
A) Verbal Irony
b)
B) Situational Irony
c)
C) Dramatic Irony
d)
D) Structural Irony
30.

What does the color red often symbolize in literature?

a)

A) Peace and tranquility.

b)

B) Danger and passion.

c)

C) Growth and renewal.

d)

D) Wisdom and knowledge.

31.

Which literary device involves a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens?

a)

A) Metaphor

b)

B) Situational Irony

c)

C) Alliteration

d)

D) Personification

32.

Which literary device is used when an object or action represents more than its literal meaning?

a)

A) Metaphor

b)

B) Symbolism

c)

C) Hyperbole

d)

D) Irony

33.

What is the primary theme explored in the story "The Gift of the Magi"?

a)

A) The importance of wealth

b)

B) The value of selfless love

c)

C) The power of ambition

d)

D) The inevitability of fate

34.

In a story, what could a storm symbolize?

a)

Happiness

b)

Love

c)

Danger

d)

Luck

35.
What does this symbol represent?
a)
Anger
b)
A bald eagle
c)
Freedom
d)
Creeping
36.

Which of the following symbols may represent a broken relationship?

a)

A Siberian Tiger

b)

Shattered glass

c)

Fire

d)

Stars

37.

What does Hakuna Matata mean?

a)

No worries

b)

Good Bye

c)

Hello

38.

In the movie, "Toy Story", human characters in the movie are not aware that the toys speak and move but the audience is. Which type of irony is represented in this situation?

a)

verbal irony

b)

dramatic irony

c)

situational irony

d)

none of the above

39.

A man looked out the window to see a hail storm, thunder and lightning. He turned to his friend and said, "This is wonderful weather we're having!"

a)

situational irony

b)

dramatic irony

c)

verbal irony

d)

none of the above

40.

Looking at her child's messy room, Mom says, "Wow, you could win an award for cleanliness!"

a)

dramatic irony

b)

verbal irony

c)

situational irony

d)

none of the above

41.

Dr. Martin called an ambulance to a woman's house to take her to the hospital, wishing to save her life after she had a heart attack. On the way to the hospital, the ambulance is hit by a semi truck and everyone on board the ambulance is injured. What type of irony is represented in this situation?

a)

verbal irony

b)

situational irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

all of the above

42.

What is verbal irony?

a)

when the speaker says one thing and means the opposite

b)

a contrast between what a character expects and what really happens

c)

the reader or viewer knows more than the characters

d)

none of the above

43.

What is situational irony?

a)

when the speaker says one thing and means the opposite

b)

a contrast between what a character expects and what really happens

c)

the reader or viewer knows more than the characters

d)

none of the above

44.

What is dramatic irony?

a)

when the speaker says one thing and means the opposite

b)

a contrast between what a character expects and what really happens

c)

the reader or viewer knows more than the characters in the story

d)

none of the above

45.

What is another word that can be used when talking about verbal irony?

a)

story

b)

sarcasm

c)

joke

46.

What type of irony is represented in the following image?

a)

situational irony

b)

verbal irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

none of the above

47.

In a horror movie, a teen girl is watching a horror movie. A scary guy in a mask sneaks up behind her. This is an example of:

a)

verbal irony

b)

situational irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

terrifying irony

48.

The three types of irony are:

a)

sarcastic

b)

verbal

c)

situational

d)

dramatic

e)

candid

49.

A big, scary dog running away from a fluffy little kitten is an example of:

a)

situational irony

b)

verbal irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

slapstick irony

50.

A student saying, "Oh, great, more homework," is an example of:

a)

situational irony

b)

verbal irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

realistic irony

51.

Sarcasm is a form of:

a)

verbal irony

b)

situational irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

teenage irony

52.

A famous lion tamer being eaten by a lion is an example of:

a)

verbal irony

b)

situational irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

karmic irony

53.

A robber sneaking down the alley, unaware that a policeman is waiting for him, just behind the building, is an example of:

a)

verbal irony

b)

situational irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

criminal irony

54.

When someone says the opposite of what they mean, they are using:

a)

verbal irony

b)

situational irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

realistic irony

55.

When what happens in a situation is the opposite of what was expected, this type of irony is being used:

a)

verbal

b)

situational

c)

dramatic

d)

ridiculous

56.

When, in a book, movie, or play, the audience knows something that a character doesn't, this kind of irony is being used:

a)

verbal

b)

situational

c)

dramatic

d)

fictional

57.

After setting the kitchen on fire with another baking disaster, Chloe says to her family, "Well, you always knew I was a great cook!" This is an example of:

a)

verbal irony

b)

situational irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

teenage irony

58.

The surfer paddles calmly across the clear water. Beneath her, the huge shark circles, ready to attack. This is an example of:

a)

verbal irony

b)

situational irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

realistic irony

59.

A fire station burns to the ground. This is an example of:

a)

verbal irony

b)

situational irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

sarcastic irony

60.

In a horror movie, a teen girl is watching a horror movie. A scary guy in a mask sneaks up behind her. This is an example of:

a)

verbal irony

b)

situational irony

c)

dramatic irony

d)

terrifying irony

61.

In "The Scarlet Ibis," why does the narrator rename his brother Doodle?

a)

People expect too much of someone named William Armstrong.

b)

The little boy does not like to be called William Armstrong.

c)

The little boy crawls backward like a doodle-bug

d)

Doodle is an old family nickname.

62.

Why is the narrator's brother three months old before he is named?

a)

His parents cannot agree on a name.

b)

It is traditional to wait three months before naming a baby.

c)

Everybody thinks the baby will die.

d)

The baby first has to be baptized.

63.

What prompts the narrator to show Doodle the coffin?

a)

The narrator thinks that Doodle will find it amusing.

b)

He intends to shut Doodle up inside the coffin as a joke.

c)

He has a cruel streak that surfaces occasionally.

d)

He wants to impress on Doodle how surprised they all were that Doodle survived.

64.

Once Doodle has learned to walk, what motivates the narrator to persist with Doodle's development program?

a)

His belief in his own infallibility

b)

His belief in Doodle's infallibility

c)

His sympathy for Doodle

d)

His defiance of his parents

65.

Which line most clearly indicates what the scarlet Ibis symbolizes?

a)

"At that moment the bird began to flutter, but the wings were uncoordinated . . ."

b)

"Its long, graceful neck jerked twice into an S, then it straightened out, and the bird was still."

c)

"Even death did not mar its grace, for it lay on the earth like a broken vase of red flowers . . ."

d)

"For a long time, it seemed forever, I lay there crying, sheltering my fallen scarlet ibis from the heresy of rain."

66.

In "The Scarlet Ibis," how does the weather contribute to the atmosphere, or mood?

a)

The weather creates a mood of confinement.

b)

The weather seems reliable and reassuring.

c)

The weather seems threatening and unpredictable.

d)

The weather creates a feeling of lightheartedness.

67.

What is the main lesson of the relationship of the two brothers in "The Scarlet Ibis"?

a)

To appreciate a brother or sister for who they are.

b)

To teach someone how to do something.

c)

To tease a brother or sister.

d)

To be cruel when you get upset.