define part of speech

the abbreviation tells you what part of speech the defined word is

what is the significance of the Magi reference?

It connects to their wisdom in giving

excessive pride or overconfidence

what is the main conflict in "The Gift of the Magi"

Jim and Della can't afford Christmas gifts

using or creating words that imitate or have a sound

define narrative nonfiction

informational text, written following narrative structure

literary device used to hint at events coming; to keep the readers guessing

tells you the first and last word defined on each page

comparing two things without "like" or "as"

which of the following is included for the purpose of prologue?

showcasing the inciting incident

narrative nonfiction is mainly made up of

narrative text and nonfiction exposition text

What purpose does the detailed description of the apartment serve?

to establish the couple's poverty

define figurative language

descriptive language,effects the reader,helps the author express its saying

expresses emphasis and importance/ extra dramatic

explanations given with in the entry to discuss usage problems

which of the following is the main purpose of epilogue?

reiterates the story's importance

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1
epilogue is set at some point in the future after the main events have taken place
False
True
2
what literary device technique does O. Henry use to describe Della's hair?
allitereation
hyperbole
metaphor
onomatopoeia
3
which one of the options is the purpose of prologue?
reiterate the story's importance
hint at the sequel
introducing themes
add to character development
4
define definition
the abbreviation tells you what part of speech the defined word is
other forms of the entry word add suffixes and change the part of speech
word/phrase means exactly the same as another word in the same language
explains the meaning of the entry word,divided by numbers if there are more
5
purpose of prolouge?
to provide background information
provide sense of closure
reveal characters fates
to wrap up loose ends
6
which word has the most positive connotation?
skinny
thin
scrawny
slender
7
what literary device does O. Henry use in the story's conclusion?
irony
personification
allusion
foreshadowing
8
define part of speech
explains the meaning of the entry word,divided by numbers if there are more
word/phrase means exactly the same as another word in the same language
the abbreviation tells you what part of speech the defined word is
other forms of the entry word add suffixes and change the part of speech
9
what is the significance of the Magi reference?
It connects to their wisdom in giving
it describes their wealth
it relates to their religious beliefs
it explains their names
10
define hubris
excessive pride or overconfidence
difference between what expects to happen&what actually happens
literary device used to hint at events coming; to keep the readers guessing
descriptive language
11
what is the main conflict in "The Gift of the Magi"
Della doesn't want to cut her hair
their apartment is too small for them
Jim and Della can't afford Christmas gifts
Jim loses his job before Christmas
12
define onomatopoeia
using or creating words that imitate or have a sound
involves to or more words that appear close together; have the same initial
references to literature or movies or culture
13
what is the purpose of epilogue?
setting the tone
introducing themes
it wraps loose ends
provides background information
14
define neo
neo (neonatal, neo-Nazi)
same (homonym, homogeneous)
above (hyperbole, hyperextension)
middle (midnight, midsection)
15
in the sentence "The diminutive puppy was so small it could fit in my pocket," what does diminutive mean?
tiny
energetic
playful
friendly
16
the author gives facts about the real-life event or person narrative nonfiction characteristics
False
True
17
The medicine will have some unpleasant side __________.
effect
affect
18
define narrative nonfiction
stories we have to read that takes us on a journey from beginning end
informational text, written following narrative structure
gives us information, focused on a topic
uses narrative nonfiction
19
what biblical reference does O. Henry use to elevate the story's meaning?
The Last Supper
Noah's Ark
The Garden of Eden
The Three Wise Men
20
define foreshadowing
excessive pride or overconfidence
literary device used to hint at events coming; to keep the readers guessing
descriptive language
difference between what expects to happen&what actually happens
21
"The benevolent tutor always helped students after class and donated supplies."What does benevolent mean?
organized
strict
tired
kind
22
define guide words
separated into syllables,tell you how to pronounce the entry word
tells you the first and last word defined on each page
the · separates the syllables the 1 notes there are more 1 definition entry
entries listed in alphabetical order down the far left column
23
what irony is this? the marriage counselor files for divorce
situational irony
dramatic irony
verbal irony
24
at the end of the book, the epilogue adds character development
False
True
25
define a metaphor
comparing two things without "like" or "as"
to describe something as though it were person
expresses emphasis and importance/ extra dramatic
a comparison between two things using "like" or "as"
26
hubris has a connection to mythology
True
False
27
which of the following is included for the purpose of prologue?
reveal characters fates
to wrap up loose ends
provide sense of closure
showcasing the inciting incident
28
narrative nonfiction is mainly made up of
fictional characters and important text
literary device and character development
humorous style and biblical references
narrative text and nonfiction exposition text
29
What purpose does the detailed description of the apartment serve?
to contrast with other apartments
the create humor
to establish the couple's poverty
to establish the setting's historical context
30
"The ugly gray sky of the morning of March 4, 1865, threatened to spoil the great day"
onomatopoeia
personification
alliteration
hyperbole
31
the epilogue doesn't give a hint at the sequel
False
True
32
"the lethargic cat barely moved from the windowsill all-day, showing no energy." What does lethargic mean?
excited
sluggish
graceful
curious
33
narrative text provides text features to help navigate specific information in the text
False
True
34
what irony is this? a fire station burns down
verbal irony
dramatic irony
situational irony
35
which word has the most positive connotation when describing someone's spending habits?
thrifty
wasteful
cheap
stingy
36
narrative text doesn't follow narrative structure in order to tell the story
True
False
37
which word has the most negative connotation when describing someone's intelligence?
dim-witted
ignorant
thoughtful
clever
38
narrative nonfiction aren't told in chronological order with some literary devices like foreshadowing and flashbacks
False
True
39
narrative nonfiction gives us factual information, but read it like a story
True
False
40
define figurative language
descriptive language,effects the reader,helps the author express its saying
difference between what expects to happen&what actually happens
excessive pride or overconfidence
literary device used to hint at events coming; to keep the readers guessing
41
the purpose of epilogue is not a supplemental part of the main story
False
True
42
"The voracious bear devoured three fish in minutes, eating them quickly and hungrily." What does voracious mean?
ravenous
sleepy
strong
aggressive
43
define a hyperbole
to describe something as though it were person
expresses emphasis and importance/ extra dramatic
comparing two things without "like" or "as"
a comparison between two things using "like" or "as"
44
define usage notes
explanations given with in the entry to discuss usage problems
number that separate entries for words that are same but different meanings
shows how the entry word may be used in a sentence w/ that particular mean
the language of origin of the entry word
45
what irony is this? two people are engaged to be married but the audience knows that the man is planning to run away
dramatic irony
verbal irony
situational irony
46
which of the following is the main purpose of epilogue?
background of a main character
reiterates the story's importance
to provide background information
setting the tone
47
denotation is the dictionary definition
False
True
48
what irony is this? soft like concrete, clear like mud, pleasant like a root canal
verbal irony
situational irony
dramatic irony
49
background of a main character is the purpose of prologue
False
True
50
one of the purposes of prologue is setting the tone
True
False
51
What is the author's message about love in this story?
love doesn't last forever
loves require expensive gifts
love means making sacrifices
love is about physical beauty
52
define affect
a noun "a change that results when something is done or happens"
a verb "to produce an effect upon," as in "the weather affected his mood."
53
in "midpoint," what does the root "mid" tell us about its location?
at the beginning
below center
equal distance from two points
near the end
54
narrative nonfiction characteristics include text features of informational text like...
theme, foreshadowing, asides, descriptions, etc.
photographs, illustrations, sidebars, charts, etc.
references, direct reader address, illustrations, etc.
vocabulary, literary devices, breaking the fourth wall, etc.
55
what drives a person to overstep limits in a way that leads to their downfall?
figurative language
irony
foreshadowing
hubris
56
the purpose of epilogue is to provide a sense of closure
False
True
57
what does "neonatal" mean based on its roots "neo"?
ancient medical practice
traditional medicine
relating to newborns
related to elderly care
58
define hom/homo
neo (neonatal, neo-Nazi)
above (hyperbole, hyperextension)
middle (midnight, midsection)
same (homonym, homogeneous)
59
in describing a house, which word has a neutral connotation?
shack
dump
residence
mansion
60
define etymology
explanations given with in the entry to discuss usage problems
shows how the entry word may be used in a sentence w/ that particular mean
the language of origin of the entry word
number that separate entries for words that are same but different meanings
61
define mid
middle (midnight, midsection)
same (homonym, homogeneous)
above (hyperbole, hyperextension)
neo (neonatal, neo-Nazi)
62
John Wilkes Booth is an example of hubris because he was willing to throw away his fame, wealth, and promising future
False
True
63
what irony is this? the audience knows something the character doesn't
dramatic irony
verbal irony
situational irony
64
"The pristine beaches were completely clean and untouched by pollution." What does pristine mean?
crowded
rocky
unspoiled
popular
65
epilogue is provides closure and additional information about the ending and a literary device about the ending
True
False
66
foreshadowing events is one of the purposes for prologue
False
True
67
"A fellow actor described his eyes as being 'Like living jewels.'"
allusion
hyperbole
simile
metaphor
68
define main entries
separated into syllables,tell you how to pronounce the entry word
the · separates the syllables the 1 notes there are more 1 definition entry
tells you the first and last word defined on each page
entries listed in alphabetical order down the far left column
69
connotation is the "feeling" that is associated with the word positive, negative, and neutral
True
False
70
what is the purpose of epilogue?
reveal character fates
showcasing the inciting incident
foreshadowing events
creating suspense
71
define irony
difference between what expects to happen&what actually happens
descriptive language
excessive pride or overconfidence
literary device used to hint at events coming; to keep the readers guessing
72
what irony is this? when it doesn't seem right for the situation (event)
situational irony
dramatic irony
verbal irony
73
What purpose does the narrator's commentary serve?
provides historical context
creates confusion
guides reader interpretation
adds humor/ "asides"
74
How does O. Henry's narrative style contribute to the story's impact
through minimal description
through humorous asides
through complex vocabulary
75
The noise in the house will _______________ my ability to study for the midterm.
effect
affect
76
define effect
a verb "to produce an effect upon," as in "the weather affected his mood."
a noun "a change that results when something is done or happens"
77
define alliteration
involves to or more words that appear close together; have the same initial
references to literature or movies or culture
using or creating words that imitate or have a sound
78
what does "hyperactive," mean suggesting about someone's behavior?
extremely high level of activity
below normal activity level
no activity at all
moderate activity level
79
what irony is this? in a scary movie, the character walks into a house and the audience knows the killer is in the house
situational irony
verbal irony
dramatic irony
80
narrative nonfiction characteristics contain...
uses narrative structure
tone
structure
mood
81
The _________ of the hurricane was devastating to the city.
affect
effect
82
In the sentence, "The ancient warrior strode into battle," what is the connotation of the word "strode"
walked confidently
stumbled forward
ran away
moved quickly
83
define sample sentence
explanations given with in the entry to discuss usage problems
number that separate entries for words that are same but different meanings
the language of origin of the entry word
shows how the entry word may be used in a sentence w/ that particular mean
84
What effect does O. Henry create by mentioning the Magi?
adds religious symbolism
provides historical context
creates dramatic tension
develops character background
85
define allusion
references to literature or movies or culture
using or creating words that imitate or have a sound
involves to or more words that appear close together; have the same initial
86
define entry words
entries listed in alphabetical order down the far left column
separated into syllables,tell you how to pronounce the entry word
tells you the first and last word defined on each page
the · separates the syllables the 1 notes there are more 1 definition entry
87
define inflected forms
other forms of the entry word add suffixes and change the part of speech
explains the meaning of the entry word,divided by numbers if there are more
word/phrase means exactly the same as another word in the same language
the abbreviation tells you what part of speech the defined word is
88
define a personification
to describe something as though it were person
a comparison between two things using "like" or "as"
expresses emphasis and importance/ extra dramatic
comparing two things without "like" or "as"
89
define synonym
word/phrase means exactly the same as another word in the same language
the abbreviation tells you what part of speech the defined word is
explains the meaning of the entry word,divided by numbers if there are more
other forms of the entry word add suffixes and change the part of speech
90
what irony is this? the police station gets robbed
verbal irony
situational irony
dramatic irony
91
define a simile
a comparison between two things using "like" or "as"
comparing two things without "like" or "as"
expresses emphasis and importance/ extra dramatic
to describe something as though it were person
92
creating suspense isn't the a part of the purpose for prologue
True
False
93
define homograph
number that separate entries for words that are same but different meanings
explanations given with in the entry to discuss usage problems
the language of origin of the entry word
shows how the entry word may be used in a sentence w/ that particular mean
94
define hyper
same (homonym, homogeneous)
above (hyperbole, hyperextension)
middle (midnight, midsection)
neo (neonatal, neo-Nazi)
95
What is the primary theme O. Henry develops through the story?
the importance of saving money
the foolishness of young couples
the wisdom of sacrificial love
the value of material possessions
96
what irony is this? what you really say isn't really what you mean
dramatic irony
situational irony
verbal irony

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