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1
If the author's name isn't mentioned in the sentence, cite with the author's last name and page number from the book.
TRUE
FALSE
2
The paper’s title should be centered and bolded on the first page.
true. It is a printed document.
false. It is not a formally published document.
false. It takes too much time and effort to do that.
true. We need to make sure it’s known.
3
What does it mean to "Flagellate" someone?
To forgive and forget
To embrace and comfort
To whip or flog
To praise and honor
4
Who does Iran go to war with during the middle of the book?
United States
Saudi Arabia
Russia
Iraq
5
Which rhetorical device is defined as a brief reference to a famous person or event, ?
Juxtaposition
Euphemism
Allusion
Hyperbole
6
What is the concept of Dialectic Materialism based on?
The belief in absolute material wealth
The rejection of all material possessions
The constant conflict between opposites
The acceptance of external contradictions
7
What is wrong with the following internal citation for a book?
The authors' first initials should be given, not their full first names
The page numbers should always be listed for a book
The title of the book should be underlined or italicized.
Instead of a colon, there should be a comma.
8
Define "Coup d'etat".
A peaceful protest
A violent overthrow of government
A political compromise
A diplomatic agreement
9
What is the purpose of a rhetorical question
To confuse the audience
To entertain the listeners
To inspire critical thinking
To make an impact without expecting an answer
10
How does Marjane know that her friend, Neda, has been killed?
She sees Neda’s bracelet and arm in the rubble.
She doesn’t know for sure.
Neda’s family seems to have disappeared.
Her mother witnessed Neda’s death.
11
What should you do in the parenthetical citation if no author is given for the work you are citing?
omit the author’s name in place of the page number
use “anonymous” in place of the author’s name
use the title of the work in place of the author’s name.
use the year of publication in place of the author’s name
12
Which is NOT a reason Marji gives for wanting to be the next prophet of Islam?
Because her father drove a cadillac.
Because her grandmother’s knees always ached.
Because her maid did not eat with her family.
Because she wanted to fight in the revolution.
13
Who is typically referred to as a "Lackey"?
An independent thinker
A skilled artisan
A sycophantic follower
A leader of a group
14
Who does Marjane blame for the Rex Cinema fire?
The U.S.
Terrorists
The Shah
Iraq
15
Which of these is NOT one of the illegal activities the Satrapi family participates in?
Selling things on the black market
Drinking alcohol
Having parties
Smuggling forbidden items
16
Marjane’s father says “There will never be _____ while there is oil in Iran.”
peace
safety
hope
democracy
17
If you want to quote a line from p.7 of article “Cyberbully,” which one would be the correct in-text citation?
(“Cyberbully” 7)
(“Cyberbully” p. 7)
(“Cyberbully”, P. 7)
(“Cyberbully”, 7)
18
What is the definition of alliteration?
The repetition of the first vowel sound in a series
The repetition of the last vowel sound in a series
The repetition of the last consonant sound in a series
The repetition of the first consonant sound in a series
19
A person described as "Belligerent" is most likely to be:
Assertive and competitive
Compassionate and empathetic
Peaceful and diplomatic
Hostile and combative
20
What does Marjane think about people who have been to prison?
They are heroes.
They are bad people.
They are wrongly accused.
They are anti-government.
21
Look at the following Works Cited page entry. Identify the number 14 portion
article title
name of website
name of author
publisher
22
What reason does the Iranian government give for executing Uncle Anoosh?
He is a communist.
He is a Russian spy.
He is against the new government.
He is a terrorist.
23
How do you format the entries for a Work(s) Cited page?
Left-align lines, double-space page.
First line left, second indented, double-space, single within.
First line left, second indented, double-space all.
All lines of each source should be centered and single spaced.
24
Page numbers for newspaper articles in internal citations should be preceded with...
Nothing
pgs.
page no. or p
25
What does the term "Decadence" refer to?
Innovation and creativity
The act of self-improvement
The process of falling into a superior condition
Deterioration and decay
26
Why do Marjane and her friends dislike the veil?
Their moms told them not to like them.
They didn’t understand why they had to wear it.
They didn’t like hiding their hair.
They actually like the veils because they made fun toys.
27
How did the original Shah gain power in Iran?
Western governments helped him in exchange for oil.
He was chosen by God.
He was elected by a popular vote.
He started a republic like Turkey and India.
28
For in-text citation, include author's last name and paragraph number if not in sentence.
TRUE
FALSE
29
Which of the following is not a characteristic of the Work(s) Cited page?
it is in hanging indent
it is double spaced
it is after the essay
it is in front of the essay
30
Why do Marjane’s parents decide to send her to Austria?
To learn French and improve her skiing
To guarantee her education and safety
To take care of her aunt
To help her learn obedience to the government
31
What is wrong with the following end-text citation for a journal?
initial should be used for the author’s name
the year should come after the volume number
there needs to be a period at the end
page numbers do not need to be listed for a journal article
32
In MLA,you credit sources with in-text citation, give complete description of each source in Works Cited list.
TRUE
FALSE
33
Which rhetorical device is being used in the sentence: "My only love sprung from my only hate"?
Metaphor
Simile
Verbal Irony
Oxymoron
34
How would you describe "Frivolities"?
Exhibiting lack of seriousness
Associated with deep contemplation
Characterized by a sense of humor
Serious and profound acts
35
Giving human qualities to non-human objects or ideas is an example of which rhetorical device?
Hyperbole
Allusion
Simile
Personification
36
The best way to use a quotation in a paragraph is to
Give the reader a summary first
Introduce it or weave it into the sentence
Make it as long as possible
Drop it in with no introduction
37
What does the Iranian government claim the gold keys will do for the young boys?
Grant them passage to the United States.
Grant them admission to heaven if they died in battle
Grant them admission to heaven if they win the war.
Give them freedom from tyranny.
38
What is the definition of "Avant-garde"?
A traditional and conservative artistic movement
A creative group involved in new concepts and techniques
A group that resists change in the arts
An old-fashioned and outdated approach
39
How would you describe something "Secular"?
Not pertaining to religion
Symbolic of divine power
Relating to spirituality
Connected with religion
40
What are "Espadrilles"?
Traditional musical instruments
Formal business attire
Sandals with fabric uppers
Type of pasta
41
You should end a sentence with a period before you include the in-text citation in parenthesis.
TRUE
FALSE
42
Include all sources you read during research on Works Cited page, regardless of whether you cited them in the text.
FALSE
TRUE
43
Why do the Guardians of the Revolution stop Marjane in the street?
Speaking ill of the government
Buying black market cassette tapes
Wearing her veil improperly
Making rude gestures toward them
44
What is a "Samovar" used for?
Painting pictures
Boiling water for tea
Playing music
Cooking meals
45
Which rhetorical device is an obvious and intentional exaggeration?
Simile
Understatement
Hyperbole
Repetition
46
When citing from any source inside the paper, only use initials for the author's first name.
FALSE
TRUE
47
What is the purpose of juxtaposition in literature?
To simplify complex ideas
To confuse the readers
To contrast elements for impact
To emphasize similar elements
48
What year does the Iranian Revolution take place?
1979
1982
1985
1978
49
In the phrase "Sanitation engineer" instead of "garbage man," what rhetorical device is being used?
Allusion
Euphemism
Oxymoron
Hyperbole
50
What is "Structural Linguistics" focused on?
Literary criticism
Cultural studies
Analysis of language structures
Pronunciation techniques
51
Where do Marjane’s parents go on vacation?
The United States
Turkey
Austria
Saudi Arabia
52
Which of the following best illustrates Marjane’s relationship with God in the beginning of the book?
Marjane wants to be modern instead of religious.
Marjane imagines herself becoming a prophet.
Marjane imagines God holding her and talking with her.
Marjane is angry with God and ignores him.
53
What is actually true about the keys from the government? Choose 2.
They are actually plastic.
They are only given to poor children as war propaganda.
They have to be earned.
They are only given to rich kids because they can afford the gold.
54
What is a "Pretext" used for?
Hiding the real intention
Enhancing communication
Revealing the truth
Acknowledging mistakes
55
Who does the term "Proletariat" refer to?
Intellectuals
Political leaders
Aristocrats
The working class
56
Look at the following Works Cited page entry. Identify the number 15 portion
name of website
name of book
article title
place of publication
57
What is the proper heading order for the first page?
your name, class name, teacher name, date
your name, teacher name, class name, date
teacher name, your name, class name, date
date, teacher name, your name, class name
58
How is the term "Decadent" characterized?
By strict discipline
By altruism and generosity
By self-indulgence
By humility and moderation
59
What is a "Chador"?
A garment worn by Muslim women
A type of sword
A traditional dance
A type of headgear
60
What type of dwelling is a "Wohngemeinshaft"?
Tent
Villa
Communal apartment
Mansion
61
which of the following is the proper parenthetical note form for a quotation from page 42 of The Southern Agrarians?
(Brown, The Southern Agrarians 42).
(The Southern Agrarians 42).
(Brown, p. 42)
(Brown, "Southern": 42).
62
What type of comparison is made in the sentence: "He felt lost in a sea of nameless faces"?
Oxymoron
Personification
Metaphor
Alliteration
63
What does it mean to be "Diabolical"?
Characteristic of the devil
Of or relating to the divine
Angelic and kind
Pure and innocent
64
When choosing quotations for an essay, the best strategy is to…
look for the longest quotes
use a quote that will make the reader more interested
select purposeful quotes that can be introduced and explained
be as random as possible
65
Why do Marjane and Mehri get in trouble for their letters?
Because Marjane was forbidden to help her.
Because Mehri is not in the same social class as the neighbor.
Because their letters will be read by the government.
Because Mehri can’t read.
66
What choice does Marjane make to represent leaving behind her childhood?
Protests against the government
Smokes a cigarette
Skips school to eat burgers with her friends
Gets arrested for being improperly veiled
67
What type of repetition occurs at the end of a line in a sentence?
Parallelism
Anaphora
Alliteration
Epistrophy
68
How can one be described as "Insolent"?
Polite and respectful
Insultingly contemptuous
Indecisive and unsure
Quiet and reserved
69
What happens to Uncle Taher?
He leaves the country.
He dies.
He gets his passport.
He starts smoking.
70
What does it mean to feel "Indignant"?
Joyful and elated
Excited and motivated
Peaceful and serene
Angry and resentful
