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Eng IV Fall Semester Exam 2024
Eng IV Fall Semester Exam 2024
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1
_____________ is the use of exaggerated terms for emphasis or effect.
Theme
Imagery
Personification
Hyperbole
2
If a certain place can correctly be described as a lair, which of the following
must
be true?
It serves as a living or hiding place.
It serves as a rest stop.
It serves as a storage area.
It serves as a place for storing weapons.
3
Which of the following
best
describes the Nun (the Prioress) in the Prologue from The Canterbury Tales?
refined and sentimental
strong and outspoken
well-educated and wise
friendly and fun-loving
4
Death defeats the three rioters by appealing to their
greed.
worst fear.
pride.
vanity.
5
As the rioters go out on their search, their language is all of the following
EXCEPT:
boastful.
bold.
clever.
profane.
6
Which of the following ideas is expressed
most clearly
in the Prologue from The Canterbury Tales?
the infinite variety of human nature
the basic evil of mankind
the conflicts inherent in society
the pitfalls of sensual pleasure
7
A direct comparison between two unlike things that have something in common is a/an ______________.
simile.
metaphor.
imagery.
personification.
8
What is the
best
reason to choose a project partner who is known to be
diligent
?
He will work hard and well on his tasks
His creativity will help the project succeed.
His flair for the dramatic will keep you amused.
He will keep the project from occupying too much time.
9
If an animal can correctly be described as writhing, which of the following
must
be true?
It is enormous.
It is chewing.
It is squirming
It is multi-colored.
10
The attitude of the tavern-knave toward Death is one of
loathing.
respect.
unconcern.
superiority.
11
____________ is when an inanimate object is given human qualities or abilities.
Metaphor
Simile
Personification
Imagery
12
In Beowulf, why does Beowulf sail with his chosen companions to Hrothgar’s kingdom?
to bring home treasures from that rich kingdom
to take over the throne of Higlac
to win glory by slaying a fire-breathing dragon
to help Hrothgar by destroying a monster
13
What does this statement tell you about Grendel? The monsters / Thoughts were as quick as his greed or his claws. . . .
He has sharp claws.
He is hungry.
He has intelligence and cleverness.
He is not trustworthy.
14
In Beowulf, what is the
main
reason Wiglaf thinks that he and his companions should help Beowulf fight the dragon?
By fighting, Beowulf's companions can claim shares in the monster's treasur
In the past, they had promised to repay Beowulf's kindness with their loyal
Doing so will increase Beowulf's chances of victory.
Beowulf is too old and sick to fight.
15
The following brings the characters together in the Prologue from The Canterbury Tales.
They are escaping religious oppression in England.
They are all members of the Knight's entourage.
They all make their living through work for the church.
They are making a religious journey to a cathedral.
16
Which of the following
best
summarizes the theme, or main lesson, of Beowulf?
Wickedness cannot be defeated.
Brains are superior to brawn.
Might makes right.
Valor will triumph.
17
What directive does the Host give the travelers at the end of the Prologue from The Canterbury Tales?
He asks them to judge the tale he is about to tell.
He encourages them to pay for each other's dinners.
He asks them to say a prayer for him.
He urges them to tell stories on the trip.
18
The following is the
most likely
conclusion about Beowulf that can be drawn from his battle with Grendel’s mother.
Beowulf was too old and weak to defeat Grendel's mother on his own.
Beowulf had difficulty because she was so much smarter than he was.
He triumphed through combined good fortune, strength and determination.
He triumphed through his own strength and determination to win at any cost.
19
If an author can correctly be described
as eminent
, which of the following is
most likely
to be true?
She writes exclusively for adults.
She has published several distinguished books.
She writes works that many people find shocking.
She has been writing for many years.
20
At first, the attitude of the three rioters toward Death is one of
superiority.
amusement.
respect.
loathing.
21
A stated comparison (usually formed with "like" or "as") between two dissimilar things that have qualities in common
simile
rhyme
metaphor
personification
22
The three rioters believe that the old man is
Death in disguise.
the ghost of a dead man.
Death's spy.
Death's enemy.
23
Which of the following sentences
best
describes someone who is being
discreet
?
Jacob decided to post his favorite holiday photos online.
Kylie mentioned to her mother the news of Lara's engagement.
At lunch, Oscar wondered aloud whether Petra an Quinn were dating.
Michael closed his office door to take the call from Chandra.
24
In
the Prologue from The Canterbury Tales,
which qualities of the Monk are
most
uncharacteristic of a typical monk?
his personable nature
his frequent prayers
his fine jewelry, his stable of horses, his fur-lined sleeves
his bald head
25
Which of the following things would
most likely
be described as gruesome?
an unusual rock formation
an oddly shaped vegetable
a demanding physical challenge
a horrible automobile accident
26
In Beowulf, how does Grendel die?
The companions of Beowulf attack Grendel with their swords.
In one-to-one combat, Beowulf tears off Grendel's arm.
Beowulf grips Grendel and chokes him to death.
Hrothgar and Beowulf attack Grendel with iron spears.
27
From which fact in Beowulf can the reader infer that Beowulf is honorable?
Beowulf is the strongest of the Geats.
Beowulf vows to ambush Grendel and destroy the monster.
Beowulf refuses to use weapons because Grendel uses none.
Higlac is Beowulf's cousin.
28
___________ is when words are used to stimulate one or more of the five senses.
Imagery
Personification
Hyperbole
Rhyme
