Which is a sensory detail?

The leaves crunched under my boots.

The article only presents one side of the argument.

Correct punctuation for dialogue?

“Can we go now?” asked Tom.

Purpose of a transition sentence?

To connect ideas between paragraphs

Difference between metaphor and simile?

A simile uses 'like' or 'as'; a metaphor does not.

Best definition of 'theme'?

A deeper message about life or human nature

What is a reliable research source?

A scholarly article or trusted publication

What defines an allusion?

A reference to a well-known person, event, or text

What is personification?

Giving human traits to non-human things

Which is a compound-complex sentence?

Although it was late, she stayed up, and she finished her work.

The writer’s main argument or position

Correct use of semicolon?

She was tired; however, she kept working.

What does 'nuance' mean?

Subtle difference in meaning or tone

What are context clues?

Hints in surrounding text to define a word

Example of direct characterization?

He was a kind and generous man.

What defines 'paradox'?

A statement that seems contradictory but reveals a truth

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50-75 8th Grade ELA MAP Test

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1
Which is a sensory detail?
I saw the leaves.
There are many trees.
The leaves crunched under my boots.
The leaves are on the ground.
2
Example of bias?
The article uses headings.
The article only presents one side of the argument.
The article is long.
The article includes a quote.
3
Correct punctuation for dialogue?
Can we go “now” asked Tom.
Can we go now? asked “Tom.”
“Can we go now?” Asked Tom.
“Can we go now?” asked Tom.
4
Purpose of a transition sentence?
To introduce a quote
To end an essay
To add humor
To connect ideas between paragraphs
5
Signal word for compare and contrast?
Because
Next
However
For example
6
Meaning of prefix 'dis-'?
Next
Before
Together
Not or opposite of
7
Difference between metaphor and simile?
A simile uses 'like' or 'as'; a metaphor does not.
They are the same.
Similes are always shorter.
Metaphors use repetition.
8
Best definition of 'theme'?
The plot twist
The setting of a chapter
A deeper message about life or human nature
The topic of a paragraph
9
Synonym for 'conclude'?
Finish
Continue
Start
Delay
10
Part of essay addressing opposing views?
Counterclaim
Introduction
Topic sentence
Hook
11
Example of onomatopoeia?
Buzz
Sharp
Bright
Heavy
12
What is a reliable research source?
An opinion blog
A scholarly article or trusted publication
Wikipedia
A novel
13
Which type of conflict involves society?
Man vs. man
Man vs. society
Man vs. self
Man vs. nature
14
What does '-ology' mean?
The study of
Without
Small
Type of person
15
What defines an allusion?
A long paragraph
An exaggeration
A reference to a well-known person, event, or text
A repeated phrase
16
What is a motif in literature?
A chapter title
The setting
A recurring element or idea
The character’s name
17
What is personification?
A conflict
A metaphor
Giving human traits to non-human things
A type of poem
18
Which is a compound-complex sentence?
Although it was late, she stayed up.
Although it was late, she stayed up, and she finished her work.
She stayed up late.
She stayed up and worked.
19
What is a claim?
A quote
The writer’s main argument or position
A reason
A paragraph summary
20
Correct use of semicolon?
She was tired; and she kept working.
She was tired; however, she kept working.
She was tired; but kept working.
She was tired however; she kept working.
21
Which word has a positive connotation?
Stubborn
Energetic
Nosy
Cheap
22
What does 'nuance' mean?
Irony
Subtle difference in meaning or tone
Theme
Conflict
23
What are context clues?
Author’s opinion
Hints in surrounding text to define a word
Definitions from a dictionary
The story's ending
24
Example of direct characterization?
He gave his coat away.
She walked home.
He didn’t speak.
He was a kind and generous man.
25
What defines 'paradox'?
A statement that seems contradictory but reveals a truth
A scientific theory
A funny phrase
A metaphor

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