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- 1. Multiple Choice
A character or situation that creates problems for the main character during the story
A. Dynamic character
B. Static character
C. Protagonist
D. Antagonist
- 2. Multiple Choice
The author develops the character's personality through
A. theme
B. setting
C. characterization
D. onomatopoeia
- 3. Multiple Choice
What are some examples of historical fiction?Charlie BrownI survived the "Sinking of the Titanic-1912"Dr. Seuss's Green Eggs and HamGoldie Socks and the Three Libearians - 4. Multiple ChoiceWhich point of view is the following:
"There is one mirror in my house. It is behind a sliding panel in the hallway upstairs. Our faction allows me to stand in front of it on the second day of every third month, the day my mother cuts my hair."
from Divergent by Veronica Rothsecondfirstthird person - 5. Multiple ChoiceWhat point of view is the following:
Cathy leaned into her computer screen with big eyes. She couldn't believe it- she had finally gotten a 100 on her math test! She knew her parents would be proud of her.First personThird person - 6. Multiple ChoiceLittle Johnny Wiggins fell down a well on the farm. His family looked for him. Finally, at sundown, Mr. Wiggins found Johnny. He had been trapped in the well for three hours.
CAUSE: Johnny Wiggins fell down a well.
What was the EFFECT?He was trapped for three hours.His mother found him at sundown.He was visiting the farm. - 7. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT a purpose of historical fiction?To let the reader experience the thoughts and feelings of people in the past.To teach the reader about the time period in which the story is taking place.To persuade the reader that the time period in which the story takes place is more exciting that the present.To help the reader "escape" into adventures from the past.
- 8. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following statements is TRUE about historical fiction?Reading and Writing historical fiction are very different, and you can't really learn about one of them from doing the other.When you read historical fiction, try to compare and contrast the characters' thoughts, feelings, and actions with those of people today.Writing in first-person point of view is not a good idea with historical fiction.While reading historical fiction, it is not necessary to try to learn from the characters' struggles from long ago.
- 9. Multiple ChoiceA book that is based in the present or future and may involve space, science, technology, robots, or aliens.Science FictionHistorical FictionRealistic FictionMystery
- 10. Multiple ChoiceA book that tells the story of someone else's life.AutobiographyMysteryRealistic FictionBiography
- 11. Multiple ChoiceLiterature that is written in verse and uses rhythm and rhyme to share a strong feeling with the reader.Historical FictionNon FictionPoetryTraditional Fiction
- 12. Multiple ChoiceA book that includes things that are not realistic such as talking animals or magical powers.Realistic FictionMysteryFantasyBiography
- 13. Multiple ChoiceA book written by a person about their own life.BiographyMysteryFantasyAutobiography
- 14. Multiple ChoiceHistorical FictionNon FictionFantasyMystery
- 15. Multiple ChoiceIt is a good idea to lock your door at night. Mr. Griswold forgot to lock his door last Monday. When he returned home, he found that his new T.V. set had been stolen.
EFFECT: Mr. Griswold's T.V. was stolen.
What was the CAUSE?He went to a show every Monday.He forgot to lock his door.It was very late. - 16. Multiple ChoiceAll of the cows ran out of the pen!
What was the cause?A truck came speeding by.The farmer milked his cows.The gate was open.A dish fell off the table. - 17. Multiple ChoiceWhat was the effect?
Dark clouds appeared in the sky.Rain began to pour down from the sky.A chilly wind was blowing.A cow began to moo loudly.I got a headache. - 18. Multiple ChoiceCause: We are out of milk.My dog ran away.We missed the bus.We could not have cereal for breakfast.We had sandwiches for lunch.
- 19. Multiple ChoiceEffect: The plant died.The plant did not get enough water.The girl took care of the plant.The plant got plenty of sun.The plant was pretty.
- 20. Multiple Choice
A dog whistle makes a high-pitched sound that is only audible to dogs.
annoying
able to be heard
loud
creating vapor
- 21. Multiple Choice
Janie was gratified when the teacher used her project as an example for other classes.
disappointed
happy
embarrassed
burbled
- 22. Multiple Choice
Suzie's mother taught her to never let anyone degrade her, so now she demands respect in all of her relationships.
love
pass
steal
put down
- 23. Multiple Choice
John had seen horror movies before, but when he saw Zombies on the Boat, he was so appalled by the violence that he wrote the newspapers warning parents not to allow their children to see this movie.
proud
outraged
gimbled
stoked
- 24. Multiple Choice
Few were impressed by Kirstin's presentation, "How to Walk and Chew Gum at the Same Time," even though Krisitn was able to simultaneously walk and chew gum.
at the same time
in the same location
within the same group
through the tulgey wood
- 25. Multiple Choice
What type of context clue can you use to determine the meaning of the underlined word?
Unlike the slow-moving creek near the park, this river had a swift current.
Synonym
Direct Definition
Antonym
- 26. Multiple ChoiceChoose a synonym for ... famous?well-knownimpartialpleasedstout
- 27. Multiple ChoiceChoose a synonym for ... hurry?rushchallengingdamagehold
- 28. Multiple ChoiceWhich is NOT a synonym for ... move?wandermuteroamtrudge
- 29. Multiple ChoiceThis sentence is an example of what: "I feel as happy as a puppy rolling around in the grass."similemetaphoronomatopoeiaalliteration
- 30. Multiple ChoiceThis sentence is an example of what: "My clown self arrives when I feel silly."similemetaphoronomatopoeiaalliteration
- 31. Multiple ChoiceThis sentence is an example of what: "I have a ton of homework."similehyperboleidiommetaphor
- 32. Multiple ChoiceThis sentence is an example of what: "Who let the cat out of the bag?"similehyperboleidiommetaphor
- 33. Multiple ChoiceThis sentence is an example of what: "The palm trees were dancing in the wind."personificationhyperboleidiommetaphor
- 34. Multiple ChoiceWhat is an example of an alliteration?The vase flew off of the shelf.Powerful pandas punch parrots.The plant liked to fly.I like to eat pie
- 35. Multiple ChoiceOnomatopoeia is...An exaggerated statementA sound effectA comparison of two things using like or asThe use of a word associated with a sound.
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