Master Writing Techniques and Structure in English Language Arts: Grade 6

Question 1

Which of these is NOT a type of figurative language?

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Pun

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Personification

Question 2

In the sentence 'The wind howled like a banshee', the wind is being:

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Personified

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Symbolized

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Compared to a banshee

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Foreshadowed

Question 3

The use of hints or clues that suggest events to come is known as:

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Foreshadowing

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Flashback

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Characterization

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Plot twist

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a flashback?

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A character remembering a past event

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A hint about a future event

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A detailed description of the present setting

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A conversation between two characters in the story

Question 5

The use of vivid and descriptive language to create an image in the reader's mind is known as:

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Imagery

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Symbolism

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Personification

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Foreshadowing

Question 6

The use of words that have a double meaning or create humor is known as:

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Pun

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Irony

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Sarcasm

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Wordplay

Question 7

Which part of a piece of writing typically summarizes the main ideas and offers final thoughts?

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Conclusion

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Introduction

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Body Paragraphs

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Figurative Language

Question 8

Which of these is not a literary device commonly used by authors?

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Historical context

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Figurative language

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Foreshadowing

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Alliteration

Question 9

Which literary device directly compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'?

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Personification

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Onomatopoeia

Question 10

What is the purpose of using foreshadowing in a written text?

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To suggest events that may occur later

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To establish the setting and characters

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To create an unexpected ending

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To add humor

Question 11

An author's deliberate selection of language to produce a desired effect is referred to as:

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Style

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Theme

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Plot

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Genre

Question 12

When an author uses words that sound like the actions they represent, such as 'crash' or 'sizzle', they are employing:

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Onomatopoeia

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Foreshadowing

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a type of figurative language?

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Foreshadowing

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Personification

Question 14

In the sentence 'The wind whispered secrets through the trees', what literary device is used?

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Personification

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Alliteration

Question 15

What is the primary purpose of using literary devices in writing?

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To enhance the reader's experience

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To make the writing more complex

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To simplify the meaning of the text

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To confuse the reader

Question 16

Which of the following is an example of symbolism?

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The color red representing love

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The sound of rain foreshadowing sadness

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The use of metaphors to describe nature

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The repetition of a character's name

Question 17

Which type of analysis involves examining how the different elements of a text work together to create a whole?

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Structural analysis

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Literary analysis

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Rhetorical analysis

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Textual analysis

Question 18

What is the key difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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Similes imply comparisons without using 'like' or 'as'

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Metaphors make direct comparisons using 'like' or 'as'

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Metaphors are more common in poetry than in prose

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Similes are only used in fiction

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of foreshadowing?

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A character having a recurring dream about a tragic event

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A description of a storm brewing on the horizon

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A flashback to an earlier event in the story

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A character's sudden change in behavior

Question 20

Which of these is not a type of figurative language?

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Foreshadowing

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Personification

Question 21

In the sentence, 'The wind howled like a banshee', what type of figurative language is being used?

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Personification

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Hyperbole

Question 22

Which sentence best shows the use of symbolism?

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The white dove flew over the battlefield.

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She was as happy as a clam.

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I'm so hungry, I could eat a horse.

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The path was long and winding.

Question 23

What is the aim of foreshadowing in a story?

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To suggest events that will happen later in the story

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To give a clear summary of the story's plot

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To introduce the main characters of the story

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To reveal the ending of the story early on

Question 24

Which of the following is an example of foreshadowing?

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The dark clouds gathered in the sky.

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The old man looked at the young boy and smiled.

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He knew he would never see her again.

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The princess lived happily ever after.

Question 25

How can an author create suspense in a story?

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By using foreshadowing and cliffhangers

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By describing the characters in great detail

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By providing a clear resolution to the story's conflict

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By avoiding the use of figurative language

Question 26

Which of the following is a literary device that creates irony?

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Situational Irony

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Foreshadowing

Question 27

What is the purpose of using literary devices in a text?

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To make the writing more engaging and meaningful

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To simplify the language and make it easier to understand

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To provide a clear and concise summary of the story

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To avoid confusion and ambiguity in the writing

Question 28

Which of the following is not a factor that affects the structure of a text?

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The weather

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The author's purpose

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The genre of the text

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The target audience

Question 29

How does the structure of a text affect the reader's experience?

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It influences the reader's understanding of the text's content and message

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It has no significant impact on the reader's experience

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It makes the text more difficult to read and comprehend

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It ensures that the text is organized and easy to follow

Question 30

Which of these is **not** a type of figurative language?

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Foreshadowing

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Personification

Question 31

What is the main purpose of foreshadowing in a story?

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To provide clues about events that will happen later on

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To surprise the reader with a sudden change in the plot

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To create a sense of suspense and uncertainty

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To summarize the main events of the story so far

Question 32

Which of the following is an example of symbolism?

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A recurring object that represents a deeper meaning

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A character's name that reflects their personality traits

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A setting that evokes a specific mood or atmosphere

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A description of a character's physical appearance

Question 33

Which of the following is a characteristic of writing that is well-crafted?

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It flows smoothly, is clear, and easy to read

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It includes complex and sophisticated sentence structures

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It uses a wide variety of vocabulary

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It follows a predictable and strict pattern

Question 34

What is the main difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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Similes use the words 'like' or 'as', while metaphors do not

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Metaphors directly compare two things, while similes use figurative language

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Similes are more common in poetry, while metaphors are used in prose

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Metaphors create a stronger emotional impact than similes

Question 35

How does the use of literary devices contribute to the quality of a text?

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They enhance your imagination and emotional response

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They make the text more challenging to understand

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They are only used in classic literature

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They are unnecessary for a text to be effective

Question 36

Which literary device directly compares two things without using "like" or "as"?

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Personification

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Hyperbole

Question 37

Which of these suggests an event that will happen later in the story?

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A character's dream

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A flashback to the past

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A detailed description of the setting

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A summary of the story so far

Question 38

What is the primary purpose of using symbolism in writing?

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To express abstract ideas

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To create suspense

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To develop characters fully

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To advance the plot quickly

Question 39

The time and place of a story are part of its:

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Setting

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Theme

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Plot

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Conflict

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a type of figurative language?

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Commas

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Personification

Question 41

What is the main purpose of foreshadowing in a text?

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To hint at events that may happen later

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To provide background information

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To create excitement

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To summarize previous events

Question 42

What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' while a metaphor does not

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A metaphor uses 'like' or 'as' while a simile does not

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Similes compare two unlike things while metaphors compare two like things

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Metaphors compare two unlike things while similes compare two like things

Question 43

Which of the following is an example of onomatopoeia?

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The dog barked loudly

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The wind rustled through the trees

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The baby cried quietly

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The car raced down the highway

Question 44

What is the function of a prologue in a story?

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To provide background information

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To introduce characters and setting

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To foreshadow events

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To establish the conflict

Question 45

Which literary device compares two things without using the words 'like' or 'as'?

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Personification

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Alliteration

Question 46

Which of the following sentences makes use of personification?

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The leaves danced in the wind.

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The sun was shining brightly.

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The house was very old and creaky.

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The cat jumped on the couch.

Question 47

Which of the following is an example of foreshadowing?

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A character has a dream that foreshadows an event.

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The author describes the setting in great detail.

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A character tells a story about their past.

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The author uses a flashback to show a previous event.

Question 48

What is the primary purpose of using symbols in literature?

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To represent abstract ideas

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To create vivid imagery

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To add humor to the story

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To confuse the reader

Question 49

When a literary work provides a clue to a future event through words or actions of a character, it is referred to as:

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Foreshadowing

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Flashback

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Irony

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Climax

Question 50

Which of the following is the main focus of this unit on Craft and Structure?

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Analyzing how authors use literary devices

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Improving writing skills through grammar exercises

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Understanding different genres of literature

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Discovering new vocabulary words

Question 51

Which of the following would be a suitable title for a story that uses foreshadowing?

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Clues and Surprises

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A Sunny Day

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The History of Chocolate

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My Favorite Recipes

Question 52

How do literary devices contribute to the overall meaning of a text?

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By adding depth, complexity, and emotional impact

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By making the plot easier to follow

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By distracting the reader from the main story

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By reducing the reader's enjoyment of the text

Question 53

Which element of a story provides hints about what might happen later?

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Foreshadowing

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Setting

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Theme

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Conflict