Which is an example of an idiom?

He always beats around the bush

Which of the following would be the best use of diction for your U.S history paper?

During the war, the government was overthrown by the people

Which of the following would support logos for this ad?

The statistic of 98% plaque reduction

An implied meaning of a word apart from the definition

The attitude an author or character takes towards a subject.

Which is NOT an example of a hyperbole

My geography teacher is very old

Which of the following is the most academic claim?

Phones are causing an increase in tech addictions in teens

What is the definition of a central idea?

The point that the author wants you to remember most

What does the diction show: "He surveyed the class, congratulating himself loudly..."

"Congratulating himself loudly,” makes him seem conceited

Which one is NOT an example of a complex sentence?

I liked to studying for the test

Which of the following is an example of Logos?

50% of all parents agree that in kids’ diets need to change

What is an infinitive?

verb that can functions as a noun and adds "to" + verb

What is the purpose of this ad?

To persuade people to specifically drink Dasani water bottle

How conflicts in modern Gothic fiction often differ from those in traditional Gothic stories?

Conflicts in traditional Gothic fiction are fully resolved

Which one is an independent sentence?

She liked the boy because he was smart.

Which is the strongest use of ethos in the article: Cell Phones are Harming Your Attention Span

A doctor explains that ADHD is on the rise, thanks to phones

What is the difference between tone and mood?

Tone is the author’s attitude; mood is the reader’s attitude

What is a purpose of using third person point of view?

It is used to create an academic tone

Which evidence would best support an argument in favor of a longer school week?

An editorial explaining the benefits of more time in school

What is a complex sentence

Has an independent clause and at least one dependent clause

What does it mean to say the “intended audience” of a piece?

The group you target your persuasive strategies towards

Which of the following is the best example of pathos?

A ad where they show starving dogs and ask you to donate $

Which one is NOT a theme of Of Mice and Men

People change when they walk in another person’s shoes

Which of the following descriptions best characterize Lennie?

A large, simple-minded man that is unaware of his situations

A style of writing defined through word choice by the author

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1
Which is an example of an idiom?
He always beats around the bush
I had a million things to do this morning
The wind howls like a wolf
2
Which of the following is not affected by the use of diction
Imagery
Allusion
Tone
Mood
3
Which of the following would be the best use of diction for your U.S history paper?
During the war, the government was overthrown by the peasant
During the war, the government was overthrown by the people
During the war, the government was overthrown by the homes
During the war, the government was overthrown by the folks
4
Which of the following would support logos for this ad?
The feeling of concern
The statistic of 98% plaque reduction
The use of a dentist
No support found
5
Which of the following sentences connotes anger?
Hides
Clenches
Shakes
Trembles
6
What is connotation?
An implied meaning of a word apart from the definition
The feelings associated with specific words and phrases.
An attitude of a writer toward a subject or an audience.
The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing
7
What is tone?
The attitude the reader is supposed to take when reading.
Someone says something and it annoys you.
The attitude an author or character takes towards a subject.
Someone says something in an annoyed tone
8
Which is NOT an example of a hyperbole
I am so hungry I could eat a horse.
I've told you to clean your room a million times!
I have a million things to do today.
My geography teacher is very old
9
Which of the following is the most academic claim?
Cell phones are a necessity in life
I like technology
Phones are causing an increase in tech addictions in teens
Apple is better than Samsung
10
What is logos?
Rhetorical Questions
Emotion
Facts/Stats
Credibility
11
When writing an SAT essay, what is the best tone to use?
Sarcastic
Fictional
Non-fictional
Academic
12
What is the definition of a central idea?
The theme
The moral of the story
The point that the author wants you to remember most
13
Satire uses wit, irony and sarcasm to make fun of other people
True
False
14
What is first person point of view?
Only using names
Using I or me
Using he or she
Using you or your
15
What does the diction show: "He surveyed the class, congratulating himself loudly..."
"Congratulating himself loudly,” makes him seem conceited
"Congratulating himself loudly,” makes him seem considerate
"Congratulating himself loudly,” makes him seem shy
"Congratulating himself loudly,” makes him seem smart
16
Which one is NOT an example of a complex sentence?
Whenever prices go up, customers get angry
I heated my coffee in the microwave because it was too cold
Although I was tired, I studied for the test.
I liked to studying for the test
17
What is the latin root 'vol' mean?
to join
to roll or turn around
to continue
18
Who is the audience of this ad?
Children
Consumers with teeth
Dentist
People with sensitive teeth
19
Which of the following would support pathos for this ad?
No support found
The statistic of 98% plaque reduction
The feeling of concern
The use of a dentist
20
What is an example of a metaphor
She was sneaky like a snake
She was as fat as a cow
The wind was a howling wolf
My teacher is a crazy lady
21
Which of the following would support logos for this ad?
The feeling of relief
The words “Find your oasis…”
The mountains so we know the water must be fresh
No support found
22
Which of the following is an example of Logos?
50% of all parents agree that in kids’ diets need to change
Donald Trump feels that he is the best candidate for USA
There should be more hours in a day.
LHHS is an amazing high school in California.
23
What is ethos?
Facts/Statistics
Emotions
Credibility
Rhetorical questions
24
Which of the following does the American flag not symbolize?
Liberty
Happiness
Freedom
Democracy
25
What is an infinitive?
A sentence that includes a subject
A verb that adds -ing
verb that can functions as a noun and adds "to" + verb
26
Which of the following words is the most positive connotation for the word pushy.
Presumptuous
Ambitious
Bossy
Obnoxious
27
What is the purpose of this ad?
To inform people to stay hydrated in warm climates
To make people feel thirsty
To persuade people to specifically drink Dasani water bottle
To show an artistic style of ad that merges modern art forms
28
Which of the following is NOT an example of a purpose for a piece?
to persuade
To inform
To entertain
To stylize
29
What is pathos
Credibility
Rhetorical questions
Emotions
Facts/Stats
30
Who is the audience of this ad?
People who live in deserts
All humans
People who enjoy desert landscapes
Readers of certain magazines
31
How conflicts in modern Gothic fiction often differ from those in traditional Gothic stories?
There is no real difference
Conflicts in traditional Gothic involve many characters
Conflicts in modern Gothic fiction are fully resolved
Conflicts in traditional Gothic fiction are fully resolved
32
Which one is an independent sentence?
Because it was raining the teacher.
She liked the boy because he was smart.
In the bright yellow shirt.
Smelling the tree.
33
Which is the strongest use of ethos in the article: Cell Phones are Harming Your Attention Span
Imagine the panic as your phone lights up and can't look
I think cellphones are a really bad thing for most people.
A doctor explains that ADHD is on the rise, thanks to phones
22% of teens say that phones take away from their hw time.
34
Which is correct parallel structure: In prep for her run, Alicia ________ and applied sunscreen
was tightening her shoelaces
did tighten her shoelaces
tightened her shoelaces
35
An independent clause needs what two things?
adjective and verb
verb and preposition
subject and verb
noun and verb
36
Which is not an example of an infinitive?
Jogging makes me happy
She goes to the park everyday to walk
He went to run
I like to cook
37
What is the difference between tone and mood?
Tone is the author’s attitude; mood is the story’s attitude
Tone is the author’s attitude; mood is the reader’s attitude
Tone is the reader’s attitude;mood is the character attitude
Tone is the reader’ attitude; mood is the story’s attitude
38
What is a purpose of using third person point of view?
It is used to create an academic tone
Author speaks directly to the reader
It shows the reader the insight of the author
39
Which evidence would best support an argument in favor of a longer school week?
A poll of kindergarteners opinions in the school newspaper
An online petition by teachers wanting less hours in school
A report from Wikipedia describing research findings
An editorial explaining the benefits of more time in school
40
What is a complex sentence
Only includes dependent clauses
Has an independent clause and at least one dependent clause
Has two independent clauses
41
Which of these words most likely includes a Latin root meaning “to roll” or “to turn”?
involve
benefit
cardiology
42
What does it mean to say the “intended audience” of a piece?
The group you target your persuasive strategies towards
The group you think will challenge your work
The people you wish came to the show
The people who actually show up
43
Which of the following is the best example of pathos?
A ad where they show a happy meal for the mere price of $3
A ad where they show starving dogs and ask you to donate $
A ad where a political candidate gives info on their plan
Ad where a gecko asks people to buy affordable car insurance
44
What is third person point of view
Using he or she
Using I or me
Using only names
Using you
45
What is theme?
The author’s view on morality
The author’s view on life
The main plot of the story
The moral of the story
46
After which word should there be a colon. You may be required to bring things bags, pans, spoon
required
bags
things
47
Which one is NOT a theme of Of Mice and Men
Racism and social inequality
The decline of the American dream
Friendship
People change when they walk in another person’s shoes
48
Which of the following descriptions best characterize Lennie?
A large man who wants to live on a ranch
A large, simple-minded man that is unaware of his situations
A man who loves puppies
A man who likes to fight with the other guys
49
Which of the following would support pathos for this ad?
The sight of themountains so we know the water must be fresh
The word “Find your Oasis"
The feeling of relief
No support found
50
Which of the following would support ethos for this ad?
The feeling of relief
No support found
The price of the water bottle
The words “Find your oasis…”
51
What is diction?
Communicating nonverbally through body movements
A style of writing defined through word choice by the author
The emotional setting created for the reader
The attitude of a writer towards the audience
52
Why is connotation important in literature?
The connotation of words enhances informal tone.
The connotation of words provides literal descriptions
The connotation of words enhances meaning and tone.
The connotation of words enhances academic tone.
53
How does your average reader figure out theme?
Finding main topics and the author’s views about life
By restating the main conflict that arises in the plot
By finding a common saying used in the novel
By figuring out the morals of each characters
54
Carlos not only missed his one year anniversary with Betsy_____
but he also forgetting his mother's birthday
but he also forgot his mother's birthday
but also forgot his mother's birthday
55
Which of the following words is a negative connotation for the word confident.
Secure
Conceited
Courageous
Fearless
56
Which most accurately describes literary elements commonly found in Magical Realist fiction?
Plot Elements: a quest and a happy marriage
Plot Elements: an unsolved crime and a surprise twist
Plot Elements: threatening or violent events
Plot Elements: dreamlike, fantastic, or supernatural events
57
What is the purpose of this ad?
To make people upset when they realize they have plaque
To persuade people to buy and use Colgate toothpaste
To show dentists as reliable and credible in society
To inform people on the merits of dental hygiene
58
Which of the following would support ethos for this ad?
The use of a dentist
The statistic of 98% plaque reduction
No support found
The feeling of concern
59
What is an anecdote?
A sentence that compares two unlike things using like or as
A sentence that compares two unlike things
An indirect reference to something else
A short and amusing story

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