Grammar Review 103

Many classic novels ________ into films over the years, attracting new audiences.

While we ___________ the novel in class, the professor explained the historical background.

I wish I ______________________ the depth of that poem when I first read it last year.

By the time we finish this class, we ________________ about various literary genres.

Last week, we __________________ a famous poem by Emily Dickinson in class.

By the time the literary critics recognized her work, the author _____________ several novels.

The author's use of metaphors and imagery _____________ a vivid mental picture for the readers.

Choose the statement that is formulated correctly: In Harry Potter...

Shakespeare's plays ______________ captivating audiences for centuries.

If she _________________ about the symbolism, she would have appreciated the story more.

Choose the statement that is formulated correctly

By the time Jane Austen wrote "Pride and Prejudice," the novel form ___________ significantly.

Last semester, we ____________ various interpretations of the novel "1984."

The teacher said that next month we ________________ the plays of Oscar Wilde.

When discussing the events of a novel or film, you should use the present tense even if the events happened in the past.