narrative nonfiction characteristics include text features of informational text like...

photographs, illustrations, sidebars, charts, etc.

tells you the first and last word defined on each page

word/phrase means exactly the same as another word in the same language

what does "hyperactive," mean suggesting about someone's behavior?

extremely high level of activity

what is the significance of the Magi reference?

It connects to their wisdom in giving

define inflected forms

other forms of the entry word add suffixes and change the part of speech

involves to or more words that appear close together; have the same initial

the · separates the syllables the 1 notes there are more 1 definition entry

define figurative language

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

difference between what expects to happen&what actually happens

define narrative nonfiction

informational text, written following narrative structure

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

showcasing the inciting incident

a noun "a change that results when something is done or happens"

define sample sentence

shows how the entry word may be used in a sentence w/ that particular mean

above (hyperbole, hyperextension)

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

expresses emphasis and importance/ extra dramatic

explains the meaning of the entry word,divided by numbers if there are more

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

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