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1
An allusion is a reference to:
The use of rhyme and meter in a poem
The main idea of a poem or essay
A well-known event, person, or place in history or literature
A personal memory or experience
2
What is a central theme of The Metamorphosis?
The pursuit of personal freedom
The transformative power of love
The alienation and dehumanization of individuals in society
The importance of family loyalty
3
Why is it important to include a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?
To make the essay longer
To show the writer has considered other viewpoints
To confuse the reader
To weaken the writer’s own argument
4
Robbins uses words like "outsider," "geek," and "nonconformist" to:
Encourage readers to feel sympathy for popular students
Challenge the negative connotation typically associated with these labels
Mock the way teenagers label each other
Reinforce social divisions in high school
5
What tone best describes
"Elliptical"
overall?
Aggressively persuasive
Playful yet critical
Joyfully nostalgic
Mourning and tragic
6
The poem makes use of
cultural allusion
by referencing:
Christian heaven and hell
Modern-day war memorials
The Mexican Day of the Dead traditions
Aztec beliefs about the afterlife
7
Which sentence uses the correct form of "their," "there," or "they're"?
Their going to the store later.
I left my bag over their.
They're excited about the trip.
The students put there books on the table.
8
The speaker’s use of the phrase
“Where do you come from?”
best reveals:
A reference to the beauty of immigration
A moment of connection and friendship
A subtle microaggression tied to racial identity
Their pride in their national identity
9
How does the structure of
"The Soldier of Mictlán"
contribute to its meaning?
The abrupt stanza breaks mirror the soldier’s confusion
The shifting speakers show a loss of cultural identity
The poem’s regular meter reflects a ritualistic or ceremonial tone
The lack of punctuation speeds the pace to suggest panic
10
How are you doing today?
Good
Amazing
Great
𓆑𓄿𓈖𓏏𓄿𓋴𓏏𓇋𓎢
11
Which word is used as an
adverb
in the sentence below?
“The boy spoke softly to his little sister.”
sister
spoke
softly
boy
12
What theme does Pat Mora explore in
"Fences"
?
The value of friendship
The unfairness of wealth and opportunity
The joy of family reunions
The thrill of summer vacations
13
What is the
main argument
of Alexandra Robbins' "Revenge of the Geeks"?
Formerly excluded students often thrive as successful adults.
Geeks should isolate themselves further from social groups.
Students should strive to fit in with popular groups to succeed.
Popularity in high school has no impact on future success.
14
How does Gregor Samsa’s family react to his transformation in the beginning of the story?
They are shocked and confused, but try to care for him.
They are happy and feel relieved.
They are worried about his health but remain kind.
They are angry and lock him in his room.
15
Which sentence uses a
colon
correctly?
The sign said: “Keep out”.
I wanted to: go, but I was tired.
She brought the following items: pencils, paper, and erasers.
He has: two cats, a dog, and a rabbit.
16
Robbins uses references to successful adults who were once “geeks” in order to:
Entertain the audience with celebrity trivia
Compare modern students to fictional characters
Provide relatable evidence and strengthen her credibility
Highlight the dangers of bullying in schools
17
Which sentence uses correct subject-verb agreement?
The teacher explain the lesson clearly.
She walk to school every day.
The students read quietly in the library.
The dogs runs across the yard.
18
In Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis, how does Gregor Samsa's transformation affect his family?
They are indifferent and continue their normal routines.
They are terrified and eventually reject him.
They are initially supportive and help him adjust.
They view his transformation as a blessing.
19
How might a postcolonial reading of TSOM interpret the poem’s engagement with Aztec cosmology and the soldier’s journey?
As a metaphor for the psychological toll of combat in modern warfare
As a rejection of pre-Columbian beliefs in favor of Western spiritual ideal
As a celebration of nationalism through mythic archetypes
As a reclamation of Indigenous mythos as a form of resistance
20
Which best explains Mullen’s use of punctuation and incomplete phrases in "Elliptical"?
It encourages readers to ignore sentence structure
It emphasizes the poem’s romantic themes
It helps readers skip unimportant information
It parodies how speech is regulated and censored
21
In Pat Mora’s
"Fences,"
what does the fence most likely symbolize?
The barrier between safety and danger
A division between social classes and racial privilege
A simple division between two yards
A method to protect children
22
What is the tone of
"In My Country"
by Jackie Kay?
Joyful and celebratory
Reflective and quietly wounded
Humorous and carefree
Defensive and bitter
23
What theme is most central to Jackie Kay’s poem
"In My Country"
?
The experience of being an outsider
The pride of national identity
The beauty of rural landscapes
The loss of a loved one
24
Which of the following is the best piece of evidence Robbins uses to support her argument?
A detailed summary of high school social structures
Anecdotes from adults who were once labeled "geeks"
A list of popular trends from different generations
Personal experiences of high school popularity
25
What is Robbins'
purpose
in writing "Revenge of the Geeks"?
To mock popular students and praise geeks
To describe the structure of high school social hierarchies
To inspire nonconforming students to embrace their uniqueness
To convince schools to ban cliques
26
What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?
To state the main argument or position
To summarize the conclusion
To introduce the topic
To provide background information
27
Which of the following lines demonstrates alliteration?
"The sun hid behind the mountains."
"The river was calm and clear."
"The clouds floated by like cotton candy."
"The tall trees trembled in the wind."
28
What major theme emerges from
"Elliptical"
?
A celebration of wealth and success
The dangers of political rebellion
Perception and prejudice
The need for strict grammatical rules
29
Which sentence uses commas correctly?
I bought apples bananas and oranges.
I want to go but, I have homework.
She danced, laughed, and sang all night.
Before the movie started we bought popcorn.
30
The word "home" has a positive connotation because it evokes feelings of warmth and safety. What is the denotation?
A place of comfort and security
A place filled with memories
A place where one lives
A location with a roof and four walls
31
What best describes the tone of
"Fences"
?
Playful and lighthearted
Sarcastic and mocking
Resentful and bitter
Observant and restrained
32
Which sentence contains a prepositional phrase?
The cat ran quickly.
They jumped and cheered.
The book on the desk belongs to Josh.
She will arrive soon.
33
Which of the following is the best example of supporting evidence for an argument about climate change?
Scientific data on rising global temperatures
Anecdotal stories about weather patterns
Personal opinions about the environment
A quote from a famous author about nature
34
What central theme is explored in Rigoberto González’s
"The Soldier of Mictlán"
?
loneliness
The betrayal of family ties
The journey through death and cultural sacrifice
The glorification of military victory
35
What tone does Robbins use throughout "Revenge of the Geeks"?
Encouraging and empowering
Objective and emotionless
Sarcastic and mocking
Bitter and accusatory
36
In literature, a "red rose" might symbolizes:
Danger and warning
Anger and frustration
Sadness and loss
Love and passion
37
In
"The Soldier of Mictlán"
, what does the underworld most clearly symbolize?
A temporary resting place
The spiritual and cultural price of violence
A literal grave
The narrator’s dreams
38
Which word choice (diction) would be most effective in an argumentative essay about the importance of voting?
"Voting is a pretty good idea."
"Voting is an option for people who care."
"Voting is crucial for the future of democracy."
"Voting can be okay sometimes."
39
In
"Elliptical"
, Harryette Mullen’s word choices often feel fragmented or interrupted. What effect does this have?
It emphasizes her frustration with grammar rules
It mimics the way thoughts or identities can feel incomplete or censored
It shows a preference for plain, direct language
It reflects a traditional narrative structure
40
What is the theme of a story?
The lesson or message the author wants to convey
The main character’s name
The order in which events happen
The location where the story takes place
