BYU English 047 ALL Speedback Questions
In your header, your last name and page number should be ____________________ from the top of the page. There is no set measurement indicated 1 inch 1.5 inches .5 inches
.5 inches
In a block quote, the entire quotation is indented ______ inch from the left margin. 2 4 1 3
1
It's hard for the reader to follow my main point. 3 1 5
1
The connections between my ideas are confusing or missing all together. 3 1 5
1
The information that the writer shares is unclear and vague. 1 3 5
1
The right and left margins of your essay should be 1.5 inches There are no set margins 1 inch .5 inches
1 inch
The top and bottom margins of your essay should be There are no set margins 1.5 inches 1 inch .5 inches
1 inch
At the time of Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address, _________________ of the population were slaves. This information was not provided. 1/4 1/16 1/8
1/8
It's easy to see where the writer is going in his or her writing, but he or she could use more specifics 1 3 5
3
My sequencing is logical but sometimes is so predictable that the structure takes away from the content. 3 1 5
3
The writer has a hard time going from general to specific when he or she writes 3 5 1
3
I use thoughtful transitions that clearly show how my ideas connect. 3 1 5
5
My paper has an inviting introduction and satisfying conclusion. 3 1 5
5
The writer's ideas are fresh and original. 1 3 5
5
Colonel Chamberlain is not injured in the action of the second day at Gettysburg. True False
False
The Confederate army arrives in Pennsylvania beaten down and discouraged. True False
False
The Kansas-Nebraska Bill prevented slavery from spreading into the northern territories. True False
False
Abraham Lincoln was born in Virginia Tennessee Kentucky Maryland
Kentucky
If you include the author's name in the text of your essay, it is ________________ to include that name in the parenthetical citation. Still Necessary Not Necessary
Not Necessary
Who said the following? "I am in earnest; I will not equivocate; I will not excuse; I will not retreat a single inch—AND I WILL BE HEARD" Harriet Tubman Sojourner Truth William Lloyd Garrison Frederick Douglass
William Lloyd Garrison
dank: clean fragrant damp
damp
What is the ultimate result of Icarus' decision to disobey his father? death a serious injury humiliation loss of his father's trust
death
disarrayed: impeccable organized disorderly
disorderly
incongruous: dissimilar indolent alike
dissimilar
The husband in "The Alchemist's Secret" does not know that his wife has been to Dr. Maximus while the reader does. verbal irony dramatic irony situational irony
dramatic irony
What kind of irony is the action of Shylock leaving his keys with his daughter? Hint: the reader knows that Jessica has planned to attend the evening's activities. dramatic irony verbal irony situational irony
dramatic irony
What type of irony is it when the narrator, who does not realize he is poor himself, says, "I felt very sorry for the poor children"? dramatic irony verbal irony situational irony
dramatic irony
Abraham Lincoln was not a successful Lawyer. true false
false
Brackets around the letters "sic" show that you don't have any idea what a quote is talking about. true false
false
If you ever need to use parentheses within parentheses, then use brackets for the outer pair of parentheses true false
false
Longstreet and Lee agree that the Confederates should try to take the Rocky Hill in a frontal assault. True False
false
Portia cannot find a loophole in the law. true false
false
Shakespeare used puns in his plays to heighten the mood of tragic moments. true false
false
Specific words are not that important if the vague words you used are understandable. true false
false
The Emancipation Proclamation ensured that the border states did not join the Confederacy. true false
false
The condition upon which Eurydice would return to the world of the living with Orpheus was that he would stay in Hades for one day and play his music for the King of the Dead and his realm. true false
false
In the following example, would the level of diction be formal or colloquial? "Marcus is quite a unique individual. It is uncertain what his future life goals are. For the time being, he is content with his automobile, to which he refers with terms of endearment. He is often found repairing it in the garage." Colloquial Formal
formal
When the troops arrive at the farmhouse, the young man is hiding in the barn gathering apples to take to camp making a report riding across the field
gathering apples to take to camp
What motivates the gardener to tell Hades that Persephone has eaten the seven pomegranate seeds? anger greed revenge jealousy
greed
I must have walked a thousand miles today. hyperbole simile personification metaphor
hyperbole
It was so hot today that I melted from the heat. hyperbole metaphor personification simile
hyperbole
The whistle blast made me jump ten feet in the air. personification simile metaphor hyperbole
hyperbole
indolent: excited idle athletic
idle
compunction (antonym): impenitence regret guilt
impenitence
After hours of trying, Jennifer finally absolved the math problem. appropriate inappropriate
inappropriate
I have a strong aversion to exercise. In fact, I run every day. appropriate inappropriate
inappropriate
I need to find a bank so I can cache my check. appropriate inappropriate
inappropriate
The principal advocated with the student during their meeting appropriate inappropriate
inappropriate
Dennis did you see the historic golf tournament on July 23, 2000? correct incorrect
incorrect
I just finished reading an article from Newsweek entitled Who will teach our children? correct incorrect
incorrect
In addition, Tiger Woods said "I hope to turn my weaknesses into strengths." correct incorrect
incorrect
I 'surmise' clothing stores with my friends on the weekend correct usage incorrect usage
incorrect usage
I ate wanton soup at the Chinese restaurant. correct usage incorrect usage
incorrect usage
I'd waver a hundred dollars for the poor, if I had the money. correct usage incorrect usage
incorrect usage
My 'succinct' candle burned all through the night. correct usage incorrect usage
incorrect usage
My aunt owns a very modern, 'quaint' condominium in downtown New York. correct usage incorrect usage
incorrect usage
My brother doesn't care about anyone or anything. He is a 'zealot'! correct usage incorrect usage
incorrect usage
My uncle 'undermines' watches and clocks for a living. correct usage incorrect usage
incorrect usage
She is very nice, 'respite' what everyone else says about her. correct usage incorrect usage
incorrect usage
The move to a new city has been very difficult for me and it has taken me months to make new friends because I am 'resilient'. correct usage incorrect usage
incorrect usage
adulation (antonym): frustration insult welcoming
insult
Portia is characterized chiefly by her selfishness childishness flightiness intelligence
intelligence
Kilrain survived killed at Gettysburg
killed at Gettysburg
Lewis Armistead survived killed at Gettysburg
killed at Gettysburg
Richard Garnett survived killed at Gettysburg
killed at Gettysburg
While living in Italy, I had the opportunity to study the_______________________ of the ancient Greek and Roman languages. archeology anthropology linguistics
linguistics
Who does the speaker say you should avoid? ("Desiderata") submissive and frightened people greedy and power hunger people self centered and cocky people loud and aggressive people
loud and aggressive people
A book is a ship that takes you to distant lands. hyperbole metaphor personification simile
metaphor
His fist was a knotty hammer. personification simile metaphor hyperbole
metaphor
I am the stall that is always without toilet paper. personification simile metaphor hyperbole
metaphor
King paints many vivid word pictures of his dream. For example, he calls brotherhood a symphony. What figure of speech is that? hyperbole simile metaphor personification
metaphor
She is a picture of beauty. simile personification hyperbole metaphor
metaphor
"The buzz saw snarled and rattled in the yard." assonance and alliteration alliteration and consonance consonance and assonance onomatopoeia and assonance
onomatopoeia and assonance
What type of myth is "The Seven Pomegranate Seeds"? aesthetic myth origin/nature myth
origin/nature myth
retribution: penalty prosperous practical
penalty
In the poem "the lesson of the moth" by Don Marquis, what is the most predominant type of figurative language? personification metaphor hyperbole simile
personification
The wind cried in the still of the night. hyperbole metaphor personification simile
personification
Which type of figurative language is evident in the following line of "Out, Out—"? ("Out, Out—") "At the word, the saw, as if to prove saws knew what supper meant, leaped out at the boy's hand..." personification metaphor onomatopoeia simile
personification
chivalrous: abrupt curt polite
polite
affront (antonym): praise anger unkind
praise
patronize (antonym): selfish condescend praise
praise
ignominious (antonym): shameful thrilling praiseworthy
praiseworthy
The wife dies. exposition rising action resolution climax
resolution
The wife has an affair. exposition rising action resolution climax
rising action
What is the tone of the poem? ("I am a Black Woman") explosive, violent, angry afraid, pensive, naive upbeat, loud, exuberant sad, mellow, soft
sad, mellow, soft
audacious (antonym): abundant bold shy
shy
"I turned round and round like a puppet" is what figure of speech? simile personification metaphor hyperbole
simile
My baby sister is as pretty as a picture. simile metaphor personification hyperbole
simile
The still lake reflects the mountains like a mirror. personification simile metaphor hyperbole
simile
This suit is like the used rags in our basement. metaphor personification hyperbole simile
simile
What figure of speech is "love is as perennial as the grass." ("Desiderata") simile metaphor hyperbole personification
simile
What figure of speech is evident in the following line: "thin as a scythe he stood there." ("Incident in a Rose Garden") simile onomatopoeia metaphor hyperbole
simile
In the following line from "War," which two figures of speech are used? ". . . when a third bullet struck a stone and ricocheted off through the air, buzzing and humming like some incredible insect." personification and metaphor simile and onomatopoeia onomatopoeia and hyperbole metaphor and simile
simile and onomatopoeia
The man in "`The Alchemist's Secret' believes that he will murder his wife and be free of her while, in reality, she is planning on murdering him and he will not be free. situational irony verbal irony dramatic irony
situational irony
What kind of irony is present at the end of the story, when Jack London writes, "They laughed at the unexpected eruption of apples, and clapped their hands in applause of the long shot by the man with the ginger beard." verbal irony situational irony dramatic irony
situational irony
A vivid picture is painted of Annie's father. Which of the following descriptions does not fit his character? a drinker and a brawler imaginative storyteller hot tempered and shiftless soft spoken and gentle
soft spoken and gentle
George Pickett survived killed at Gettysburg
survived
Lawrence Chamberlain survived killed at Gettysburg
survived
Longstreet survived killed at Gettysburg
survived
Tom Chamberlain survived killed at Gettysburg
survived
palpable: quick lucid tangible
tangible
What news does Norma receive after pushing the button? that Arthur has died and she has received $50,000 from his life insurance that a little girl up the road was hit by a car that her uncle has been killed that Mr. Steward has been killed
that Arthur has died and she has received $50,000 from his life insurance
What is Echo's punishment? that Echo will speak too often and say things that are offensive that Echo cannot speak, but can read the thoughts of others that Echo can never speak her own words, but only repeat the words of others that Echo can never speak again
that Echo can never speak her own words, but only repeat the words of others
What do the final three lines of the poem reveal about Archy? ("The Lesson of the Moth") that he believes the moth should have focused more on longevity rather than beauty that he wishes he, too, could long for something badly enough to die for it that he admires the moth, but would never risk his life for anything that he thinks the moth is a fool
that he wishes he, too, could long for something badly enough to die for it
What does Madame Loisel eventually discover about the necklace? that it is a stolen piece of jewelry. that it is very valuable and could not be imitated. that some of the stones had fallen out at the party. that it is not an expensive piece of jewelry, but rather a cheap imitation.
that it is not an expensive piece of jewelry, but rather a cheap imitation.
Whom does the speaker address in the last three lines? ("I am a Black Woman") the reader her ancestors the lost mate the fallen soldiers
the reader
In Act III, which of the following does Shylock appear to be most upset about losing? a merchant ship the ring his late wife, Leah, had given him the keys to his strong box his daughter
the ring his late wife, Leah, had given him
Lee is using strategy learned in Mexico in the fight with the Union army at Gettysburg. the statement is something you can infer from what you read the statement is not something you can infer from what you read
the statement is not something you can infer from what you read
"The Alchemist's Secret" is told from which point of view? third person limited third person omniscient first person second person
third person limited
dire: threatening thrilling exhilarating
threatening
Portia offers to pay the combined total of Antonio's and Bassanio's combined wealth the whole of her estate to help repay Antonio's debt three times the amount that Antonio borrowed nothing to help Antonio pay his debt
three times the amount that Antonio borrowed
sallow: to appear ill to appear happy to appear excited
to appear ill
emanate: to radiate from to recover quickly to relate easily to
to radiate from
A paper with paragraphs that sometimes run together or begin in the wrong places would receive a "3" according to the Six-Trait Analytical Writing Assessment Model. true false
true
An aside is words spoken by a character under his/her breath or directly to the audience. The words are not meant to be heard by anyone else but the audience. true false
true
Before the Emancipation Proclamation, Lincoln had opposed allowing blacks to serve in the Union army. true false
true
Brackets signify that material is added to a quotation that wasn't in the original quote. It is usually done for clarity. true false
true
Conventions are the rules of language. true false
true
Every new word increases your power. true false
true
Looking at ads on a website can help you determine if it is reliable. true false
true
Orpheus was the greatest mortal musician to live in Greece. true false
true
Portia takes the place of Dr. Bellario in the courtroom. true false
true
Spelling, punctuation, grammar, usage, paragraphing, and capitalization are all considered conventions. true false
true
The Duke of Venice expects Shylock to show Antonio mercy. true false
true
The husbands in Act IV do not recognize their wives. true false
true
The word "groovy" was a popular slang term in the 1970s. true false
true
Trustworthy, reliable websites will usually not have links that do not work. true false
true
Your vocabulary should sound natural. true false
true
What type of nonfiction is "Annapurna?" essay autobiography biography true-life adventure
true-life adventure
Select the answer that best explains the meaning of Lincoln's words: "testing whether that nation, or any nation so conceived and so dedicated, can long endure" trying to see if a nation founded on freedom can continue to exist Trying to see if a nation founded through revolution can last forever Trying to see if a nation that survives civil war can last
trying to see if a nation founded on freedom can continue to exist
tempestuous: turbulent thrilled relaxed
turbulent
elusive: courteous generous vague
vague
"I thought you might—ah—improve the candies and post them at your convenience." dramatic irony situational irony verbal irony
verbal irony
According to William Zinser, which part of speech is a writer's most important tool? jargon nouns verbs modifiers
verbs
What does the dialogue of the poem suggest about the Master? ("Incident in a Rose Garden") wealthy and used to giving "orders" rich and cruel angry and violent uneducated and poor
wealthy and used to giving "orders"
What do Norma and Arthur argue about? what kind of cottage they will buy how they will use the money whether it is all right to push the button having a child; Norma would like to have a child and Arthur does not
whether it is all right to push the button
segregated (antonym): divided few whole
whole
What does the myth "Pandora's Box" explain? why women are curious why the wind howls why we have pain in the world why men and women argue
why we have pain in the world
What is voice in writing? what the reader would say to you if he or she could talk with you about your writing the voice you hear in your head when you're writing that helps your writing make sense you coming out in your writing (your personality, flavor, and style) the point of view you decide to use in the stories you write—the narrator's voice
you coming out in your writing (your personality, flavor, and style)
"Indeed if memory helps us to survive, forgetting allows us to go on living." "Hope, Despair, and Memory" Lee's Farewell Address Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address Gettysburg Address
"Hope, Despair, and Memory"
"The survivors wanted to communicate everything to the living: the victim's solitude and sorrow, the tears of mothers driven to madness, the prayers of the doomed beneath a fiery sky." Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address Gettysburg Address Lee's Farewell Address "Hope, Despair, and Memory"
"Hope, Despair, and Memory"
Which of the following pieces of advice is not given by Daedalus to Icarus? "If you fly too low, you'll crash into a tree." "If you fly too high, the heat of the sun will melt the wax, and your wings will fall apart." "If you fly too low, the ocean sprays will clog your wings and make them too heavy." "Stay close to me and you'll be fine."
"If you fly too low, you'll crash into a tree."
What do we call "Butterfield's Lullaby" today? "Taps" "The Union Battle Cry" It is not a melody that is commonly known in today's world. "Butterfield's Lullaby"
"Taps"
Select the answer that best explains the meaning of Lincoln's words: "Four score and seven years ago, our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation." 67 years ago, the founding fathers created a new country 87 years ago, the founding fathers created a new country 47 years ago, the founding fathers created a new country 27 years ago, the founding fathers created a new country
87 years ago, the founding fathers created a new country
In Longstreet's conversation with Fremantle about Stonewall Jackson, he tells Fremantle about Jackson's injury that resulted when __________ was "shot away." A leg His hand An arm A finger
A finger
A cash crop was A crop that was sold for money A crop that is sold for food A crop that was used to create dollar bills A crop that brought in more money than another crop
A crop that was sold for money
How did the theater goers during Shakespeare's time know that a play was going to be performed A flag was flown from the top of the theater. Newspapers were sent out to each residence. Musicians would play through the streets of London announcing the performance none of the above
A flag was flown from the top of the theater.
The escaped slave Chamberlain's men found was shot by The slave catchers The Confederate soldiers The Union soldiers A townswoman in Gettysburg
A townswoman in Gettysburg
Why does Madame Loisel borrow a necklace from her friend, Madame Forestier? She borrows the necklace because she feels she must wear jewelry with her new dress. Her husband suggests she borrow something from her rich friend. She feels that jewelry would suit her new dress far better than fresh flowers. All of the above are appropriate responses to the question.
All of the above are appropriate responses to the question.
"I am the unhappy subject of these quarrels." Bassanio Antonio Lorenzo Gratiano
Antonio
General Lee surrendered to Lt. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant on April 10, 1865 April 9, 1863 April 10, 1863 April 9, 1865
April 9, 1865
In the four corners of the tapestry, scenes of warning had been woven. Athena Arachne
Arachne
One tapestry portrayed the gods in all their wickedness. Athena Arachne
Arachne
People started to come just to admire her work Athena Arachne
Arachne
She was less endowed with the virtues of modesty, humility, and generosity. Athena Arachne
Arachne
You should not compare yourself to a goddess. Athena Arachne
Arachne
In Alan November's acronym REAL, the A stands for Approach websites with caution Ask questions Accept help from teachers Alert others to misleading websites
Ask questions
She became astonished and disgusted that the tapestry was better than her own. Athena Arachne
Athena
She should not have mocked old age. Athena Arachne
Athena
She tended to act severely to insults. Athena Arachne
Athena
She will forgive you if you ask. Athena Arachne
Athena
In an in-text citation, you should include the source's ___________ and ________________ whenever possible. Title and page number Author and page number Paragraph and page number Author and publication date
Author and page number
"Therefore, thou gaudy gold, Hard food for Midas, I will none of thee." Nerissa Portia Gratiano Bassanio
Bassanio
Jubal Early Union Confederacy
Confederacy
"The flowers in the garden are vibrant shades of blue, orange, and purple," said Drew. Correct Incorrect
Correct
William said, "The weather is absolutely beautiful today." Correct Incorrect
Correct
What is "the great experiment" that Fremantle believes does not work? Slavery The Confederacy Democracy The union
Democracy
What is the best moral for the story of Daedalus and Icarus? Practice makes perfect. Disobedience can lead to tragedy. Creativity goes a long way. Take the time to enjoy the beauties of the world.
Disobedience can lead to tragedy.
What do all of the places the speaker mentions have in common? ("I am a Black Woman") Each place is mentioned to illustrate the destructive results of intolerance. Each place is where African-American men have died fighting to gain their people's freedom or to show support for their country. They are places where African-American men have been imprisoned. Each place represents the terrible treatment of African-Americans.
Each place is where African-American men have died fighting to gain their people's freedom or to show support for their country.
Due to the primary ruler during the time of Shakespeare, the time period is known as the Restoration Elizabethan Age Jacobean Age Renaissance
Elizabethan Age
In Alan November's acronym REAL, the E stands for Examine the web address Examine the content of the page Emphasize careful web use Edit carefully
Examine the content of the page
Although Fremantle is the only European observer with the Confederate army, there are other European observers with the Union army. True False
False
Although Lincoln disagreed with secession, he believed it to be legal. True False
False
Blacks were not discriminated against in the North. True False
False
Who was the most influential African American abolitionist? Sojourner Truth William Lloyd Garrison Frederick Douglass Harriet Tubman
Frederick Douglass
Lincoln uses repetition throughout "The Gettysburg Address." Which of the following words does he not repeat in his address? Living Dead Nation Freedom Dedicated
Freedom
At the end of the first day, General Trimble is furious and tells Longstreet that he refuses to serve with _______________________. General Doubleday General Pickett General Early General Ewell
General Ewell
Why does Narcissus become disgusted with Echo? He becomes disgusted by the idea of giving someone power over him. Narcissus becomes disgusted with Echo because she cannot communicate well. He becomes angry with Echo because she tells him of her love, and he is too vain to accept it. He becomes disgusted with Echo because her words do not make sense to him.
He becomes disgusted by the idea of giving someone power over him.
Why does the author include the story about the killing of a small snake? He believes that the fear, fascination, and repulsion that the snake calls up are the same feelings evoked by the monster. He believes that if the monster is captured it should be killed, just as the snake is killed. He believes that those who are afraid of something should be given the opportunity to watch it suffer and die, in order to alleviate their fears. none of the above
He believes that the fear, fascination, and repulsion that the snake calls up are the same feelings evoked by the monster.
Why doesn't the young man shoot back while he is trying to escape? He has lost his rifle. He is frightened. He is too far away. He can't ride, hold the apples, and shoot at the same time.
He can't ride, hold the apples, and shoot at the same time.
How did Dell react to the knowledge of his parents' poverty? He ran away from home because he was so angry at their deception. He decided that he would never keep things from his own children. He gave up wanting anything; his wishes shriveled.
He gave up wanting anything; his wishes shriveled.
Why does Zeus become so angry at Prometheus? He has given them superior intellect; greater than the gods themselves. He has given them confidence and taught them to use tools. He has given men knowledge of fire and taught them to eat the satisfying parts of an animal. He has given men knowledge of fire and mathematics.
He has given men knowledge of fire and taught them to eat the satisfying parts of an animal.
How do you know that Dell is unaware of being poor? He has just learned about these hard times, and he says that he feels sorry for the "poor children." He rarely comments on his unfortunate circumstances. His feelings are hurt, when a neighborhood child says that he is poor.
He has just learned about these hard times, and he says that he feels sorry for the "poor children."
Why does the gardener decide to leave so suddenly? ("Incident in a Rose Garden") He is anxious to end his employment with his master, and this is an excuse to leave. He is afraid and uses the excuse of wanting to visit his sons in California before his death. He realizes that he is late for a previous appointment. He realizes that he has not completed his other duties on the master's property.
He is afraid and uses the excuse of wanting to visit his sons in California before his death.
How does Zeus punish Prometheus? He is made to watch as Zeus destroys mankind one at a time by throwing lightening bolts at them. He is chained to a mountain range, and vultures eat his liver each night. He is made to grovel for forgiveness from Zeus in front of all the other gods. He is made to watch as Epimetheus is killed by Pandora.
He is chained to a mountain range, and vultures eat his liver each night.
What is the boy's reaction to the incident? ("Out, Out—") He laughs. He faints from the pain. His first reaction is to scream in agony. He screams for help.
He laughs.
Why does Thurber object to the repetition of the phrase "you know?" He objects because he finds himself developing a strong hatred for those who use it. He objects because it is overused and garbles meaning. He objects because he gets bored with conversation when the phrase is used.
He objects because it is overused and garbles meaning.
An inaugural address is an address given by a president when He or she enters office after each election He or she leaves office He or she enters office for the first time It is the night of the election
He or she enters office after each election
What reason does the moth give for acting as he does? ("The Lesson of the Moth") He says that moths are naturally interested in light. He says that he wants to get Archy's attention. He says that his wings are cold, and that the light will warm them. He says that moths become bored by routine. He wants beauty and excitement.
He says that moths become bored by routine. He wants beauty and excitement.
What happens to Narcissus when he bends over the pool for a drink? He loses his balance, falling into the water, and drowns. He is distracted by a beautiful fish swimming in the water below. He sees his own reflection and falls instantly in love with what he sees. none of the above
He sees his own reflection and falls instantly in love with what he sees.
Who informs Demeter that her daughter has been taken to the Underworld? hermes Helios Apollo Zeus
Helios
Annie had never been in Ireland and had not even been born in 1847, the time of the Great Famine in Ireland. Why was the famine, for her, the "only event in history?" She had been asked to write a report on the famine for school. She found it to be a fascinating event—one that she wanted to research and study. Her parents were among the survivors of the famine. Thus, the famine shaped her entire life. Annie's ancestors were Irish, and she wanted to know as much about them as she possibly could.
Her parents were among the survivors of the famine. Thus, the famine shaped her entire life.
Why does Foutharkey feel almost embarrassed? He is embarrassed because he was not able to help Herzog more. Herzog's hands have been so damaged by the journey. He is embarrassed because it was his fault that the avalanche happened. none of the above
Herzog's hands have been so damaged by the journey.
When the poet says that the boy "saw all spoiled," what does he mean? ("Out, Out—") His life will end along with his hopes, dreams, and desires. He has ruined the evening due to not being more careful. The supper food will be wasted, as he will be in too much pain to eat. His parents will be upset with him.
His life will end along with his hopes, dreams, and desires.
If I received a "3" in the area of voice, which statement would be true about my writing? There are moments in my writing when I surprise, amuse, or move readers. I don't reach out to my audience. I have strong interaction with my readers; they feel I am behind my words. I don't anticipate my audience's interests and questions.
I don't anticipate my audience's interests and questions.
If I received a "1" in the area of word choice, which statement would be true about my writing? I often use words incorrectly. My words are specific and accurate. I use words that are correct and adequate, but lack flair. I use clichés and jargon sparingly.
I often use words incorrectly.
If I received a "5" in the area of word choice, which statement would be true about my writing? I use known and unknown clichés in my writing. Usually my reader can figure out what I mean, even when I use the wrong words. My words aren't very specific—I need to use more detail. I use energetic verbs and fresh new phrases.
I use energetic verbs and fresh new phrases.
If I received a "3" in the area of word choice, which statement would be true about my writing? All the words in my paper fit and seem just right. My words don't make pictures in the reader's mind. My language is so vague that only the general message comes through. I use words that are familiar but not imaginative.
I use words that are familiar but not imaginative.
What proposition does Mr. Steward make to Norma and Arthur? If the button is pressed, someone will die, and they will get $50,000. If the button is pressed, they will be given a cottage. If the button is pressed, they will be given a nicer apartment with nicer furnishings. If the button is pressed, they will win a trip to Europe.
If the button is pressed, someone will die, and they will get $50,000.
Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth A general in the Confederate army Lee Harvey Oswald Stephen A. Douglas
John Wilkes Booth
Which of the following pieces of advice about word choice should you not follow? Don't use a lot of clichés in your writing. In order to get your message across, you should repeat yourself. Don't use a lot of big words thinking you'll impress people. all of the above
In order to get your message across, you should repeat yourself.
The author appears to make a sober point at the end of "War." Which of the following best illustrates that point? Always leave open your line of retreat. Never get distracted from your mission. In war you kill or get killed. Never reconnoiter alone.
In war you kill or get killed.
"Dinner will be ready right at 5:00." said Annie. Correct Incorrect
Incorrect
"I am not sure what I want to do today." Said Harold. Correct Incorrect
Incorrect
Is the following a direct or indirect quotation? Mary said that she wanted to go to the store. Indirect Direct
Indirect
General Longstreet believes ________________ should be court-martialed because his actions have affected the Confederate army's situation at Gettysburg. Longstreet believes in the defensive position and does not believe anyone should be court-martialed. J.E.B. Stuart Richard Ewell Jubal Early
J.E.B. Stuart
Why does King mention the names of so many states in his speech? Choose the best response. He mentions those states because the government officials in those states were giving the civil rights movement the most opposition. The majority of the people in the audience were from the states mentioned. King wants to suggest that civil rights are the concern of all Americans no matter where they live. He wants to indicate the size and diversity of the United States.
King wants to suggest that civil rights are the concern of all Americans no matter where they live.
"You will take with you the satisfaction that proceeds from the consciousness of duty faithfully performed, and I earnestly." Gettysburg Address Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address "Hope, Despair, and Memory" Lee's Farewell Address
Lee's Farewell Address
Lee and Longstreet reminisce a lot about Stonewall Jackson in these chapters. What did Jackson love to chew? Lemons Gum Tobacco An old piece of leather
Lemons
Why would the extinction of mankind be detrimental to Hades? Life and death are so connected that one cannot exist without the other. If life ceased, death would cease, and Hades would be "out of a job." He would become bored in Hades, as no more souls would enter his realm. It would not cause him any grief. He would not be bothered by such an event. all of the above
Life and death are so connected that one cannot exist without the other. If life ceased, death would cease, and Hades would be "out of a job."
"Neither anticipated that the cause of the conflict might cease with or even before the conflict itself should cease." Lee's Farewell Address "Hope, Despair, and Memory" Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address Gettysburg Address
Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address
If there are 4 or more authors, ______________________________ in the parenthetical citation. List the names in alphabetical order List only the first author's name followed by et al. List only the first author's name List the names in the order they are listed in the source
List only the first author's name followed by et al.
If there is no author listed for a source, ______________________________ in the parenthetical citation. Include the website Include the title List the first 1-2 words of the title Just include the page number
List the first 1-2 words of the title
Select the answer that best explains the meaning of Lincoln's words: "But, in a larger sense, we can not dedicate — we can not consecrate — we can not hallow — this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract." Looking at the bigger picture, we cannot make this ground more sacred because the men who died here already have made it sacred through their deaths. Overall, we should not build on this ground because it would be disrespectful to those who gave their lives
Looking at the bigger picture, we cannot make this ground more sacred because the men who died here already have made it sacred through their deaths.
Identify the character to which the italicized pronoun of the quote refers—not necessarily the speaker! "She hath directed how 'I' should take her from her father's house." Gobbo Lorenzo Shylock Bassanio
Lorenzo
If I received a "3" in sentence fluency, which statement would be true about my writing? My sentences are choppy and incomplete. Phrasing does not sound natural. The sentences in my essay flow smoothly and are all easy to read aloud. Many of my sentences begin in the same way.
Many of my sentences begin in the same way.
Canterbury Tales Romanticism Renaissance Enlightenment Medieval
Medieval
F. Scott Fitgerald Harlem Renaissance Realism Modernism Postmoderism/Contemporary
Modernism
William Faulkner Realism Postmoderism/Contemporary Modernism Harlem Renaissance
Modernism
If I received a "1" in the area of voice, which statement would be correct? I anticipate my reader's questions and get the reader interested in the topic. There is a strong interaction between my readers and my writing. My writing doesn't involve or move my readers. I have moments when my voice is strong and times when it disappears.
My writing doesn't involve or move my readers.
If I received a "5" in the area of voice, which statement would be true about my writing? I hide some things but reveal others. I speak in a monotone that flattens the highs and lows of my message. My writing is honest, appealing, and written from the heart. I am aware of my audience but choose to weigh my words carefully.
My writing is honest, appealing, and written from the heart.
"I'll have my bond; I will not hear thee speak . . . " Shylock Gratiano Antonio none of the above
Shylock
According to the speaker, what might occur if you compare yourself to others? ("Desiderata") One might never learn to appreciate others. One might become bitter and vain. One might forget what is really important. One might fail to be grateful.
One might become bitter and vain.
Which of the following conflicts is illustrated by the husband and the wife in "The Alchemist's Secret"? Person vs. nature Person vs. society Person vs. self Person vs. person
Person vs. person
Which of the following is an internal conflict? Person vs. self Person vs. society Person vs. nature Person vs. person
Person vs. self
"I have toward heaven breathed a secret vow to live in prayer and contemplation, only tended by my good friend." Portia Bassanio Gratiano Nerissa
Portia
"You were to blame, I must be plain with you, To part so slightly with my first gift; A thing stuck on with oaths upon your finger and so riveted with faith upon your flesh." Portia Bassanio Jessica Lorenzo
Portia
How does the scene between Portia and the Prince of Morocco further Portia's characterization? She tells the Prince that if she were not denied the right to choose her own mate, she would regard him as an unworthy candidate. Portia is shown to be gracious and diplomatic despite her unhappiness with her situation. Her character is one of cruel reality; she tells the suitors exactly what she thinks of them. none of the above
Portia is shown to be gracious and diplomatic despite her unhappiness with her situation.
The lead casket contains Portia's portrait 3000 gold ducats a jeweled dagger nothing
Portia's portrait
In Alan November's acronym REAL, the R stands for Research carefully Read the content Relate the information to your life Read the web address
Read the web address
Who had wanted to fight a duel with Longstreet? Robert E. Lee George Pickett Powell Hill George Meade
Robert E. Lee
"Hath not a Jew hands, organs, dimensions, senses, affections and passions? fed with the same food, hurt with the same weapons, subject to the same diseases . . . " Portia Lorenzo Jessica Shylock
Shylock
Which of the following statements about sentence fluency is true? The longer your sentences, the better your writing will sound. Your fluency will be better if you play a musical instrument. Sentence length should be varied and fit with your content. Short sentences should only be used occasionally.
Sentence length should be varied and fit with your content.
What do you think Annie meant when she said, "The essence of poverty is shame?" Shame for Annie was synonymous with failing to fit in; the official's pity linked shame and poverty in her mind. She is explaining that she will always feel shame because of the poverty of her childhood. Shame for Annie was living in poverty from the time she was born until she left the poorhouse. She is referring to the fact that her parents were illiterate.
Shame for Annie was synonymous with failing to fit in; the official's pity linked shame and poverty in her mind.
How do the lives of Loise and her husband change after the necklace is lost? Madame Loisel makes such an impression on everyone at the party, that the Minister of Education gives her husband a significant promotion; consequently, they can buy a new necklace without any financial concern. The Loisels tell Madame Forestier that they have lost the necklace, and she tells them it is a fake and not to be concerned. She and her husband must live in poverty, working night and day to pay their debt. Their lives change very little; they continue living their middle-class existence.
She and her husband must live in poverty, working night and day to pay their debt.
Why does the invitation her husband brings home displease Madam Loisel?. She is upset because her husband will not be as nicely dressed as herself. She believes that she will be mocked due to her middle-class standing. The invitation was not personally addressed to her. She believes that she has no one to converse with at the party.
She believes that she will be mocked due to her middle-class standing.
At the beginning of the story, why is Madame Loisel dissatisfied with her life? She feels dissatisfied because she has no children. She feels dissatisfied because she feels she should have a luxurious life rather than an ordinary one. She feels dissatisfied because she rarely has the opportunity to travel. She feels dissatisfied because she hates Paris and wants to live in London instead.
She feels dissatisfied because she feels she should have a luxurious life rather than an ordinary one.
Why was Pandora created? She was created to tease and taunt mankind. She was created to bring pain and suffering into the world. She was created to teach others how to ask questions. She was created so that mankind would have a concept of real beauty.
She was created to bring pain and suffering into the world.
Identify the two types of figurative language in this line from the "The Starry Night" "Even the moon bulges in its orange irons to push children, like a god, from its eye" Simile and personification Simile and metaphor Assonance and onomatopoeia Personification and onomatopoeia
Simile and personification
In the following example, what level of diction is used? "LOL, Katie is SOO cute! I can't wait to see her & tell her how much I luv her outfit!" Colloquial Slang Formal Informal
Slang
Fremantle believes the ____________________ are really English. Southerners Northerners Pennsylvanians New York aristocrac
Southerners
Abraham Lincoln famously debated ____________________ in his race for the Senate. Horace Greeley Stephen Douglas William Dennison John Crittenden
Stephen Douglas
According to Thurber, how might the bad habit of using "you know" have started? People became lazy and started running their words together. The habit began from simple phone conversations. The "curse" may have started on Broadway or in Hollywood.
The "curse" may have started on Broadway or in Hollywood.
Abraham Lincoln did not have any children. true false
false
What occurs when the sister comes to announce supper? ("Out, Out—") The boy explains that he is not finished and will be in to eat shortly. The boy's sister mocks him because he is not finished with his chores. The boy drops what he is doing and goes inside. The boy becomes distracted and loses control of the saw.
The boy becomes distracted and loses control of the saw.
If I received a "5" in sentence fluency, which statement would be true? The dialogue I use in my paper sounds natural. Some of my sentences should merge; others need to be cut out. There is some variation in my sentence length and structure. The reader sometimes has to hunt for clues to make sense of my writing.
The dialogue I use in my paper sounds natural.
How do you know that the narrator is indeed poor? He has not eaten a proper meal in several days. The soles of his shoes are worn out. His clothes are tattered.
The soles of his shoes are worn out.
If I received a "1" in sentence fluency, which statement would be true about my writing? The language in my paper is jumbled. The fragment sentences I use add style to my writing. My sentences have unique beginnings and each sentence builds on the last. My sentences vary in both length and structure.
The language in my paper is jumbled.
What keeps Archy from having the time to argue the moth out of his philosophy? ("The Lesson of the Moth") He is distracted by the light of the bulb. The moth immolates himself on a cigar lighter before Archy can change the moth's mind. He could not care less about the moth and his opinions. He has another engagement with a butterfly.
The moth immolates himself on a cigar lighter before Archy can change the moth's mind.
Ozymandias is ___________________________. ("Ozymandias") The name of the land the traveler in the poem visited The name of the king depicted in the statue The name of the narrator The name of the traveler in the poem
The name of the king depicted in the statue
Why might the speaker's song be in a minor key? ("I am a Black Woman") The song is in a minor key because she is unhappy with being a black female. The song is in a minor key because it relates the suffering she and other African-American individual's have experienced. The song is in a minor key to reflect the speaker's hopeless tone. The word "minor" reflects how little she believes in herself.
The song is in a minor key because she is unhappy with being a black female.
Why is the title of the epilogue, "Bitter Victory," appropriate to the outcome of Herzog's expedition to Annapurna? The title is appropriate because it lets the reader know that a victory is gained, but only at great cost. The title is appropriate because it lets the reader know that the story will end on a positive note. The word "Victory" is indication of this. The title is appropriate because it lets the reader know that the story will focus on a negative topic. all of the above
The title is appropriate because it lets the reader know that a victory is gained, but only at great cost.
Why does Thurber say he is taking notes for a book to be called A Farewell to Speech? Thurber believes that our language is deteriorating. He has always wanted to author a book about linguistics. He wants to write a book for the younger generation on the appropriate uses of our language.
Thurber believes that our language is deteriorating.
Chamberlain commands his Union soldiers to fix bayonets and charge downhill in an assault on the Confederate forces who are coming uphill. True False
True
General Hood begs Longstreet to let him take his men to the right instead of trying to take Rocky Hill. True False
True
Winfield Scott Hancock Union Confederacy
Union
When using more than one source by the same author Just use page numbers in the parenthetical citations Use the titles in the parenthetical citations
Use the titles in the parenthetical citations
The Battle Hymn of the Republic Was rewritten from a song about a man who was hanged Was originally sung by slaves about freedom Was taken from a gospel hymn Was originally written for the Confederacy about their mission
Was rewritten from a song about a man who was hanged
Why was Pandora given to Epimetheus as his bride? Pandora had seen Epimetheus and had fallen in love with him. Zeus wanted her to be happy. Zeus knew that Epimetheus was not very bright and would willingly accept a gift from the gods, no matter what the consequence. Zeus believed that Epimetheus was a valued Titan and should be rewarded. Prometheus wished his brother happiness and asked Zeus to give Pandora to his brother.
Zeus knew that Epimetheus was not very bright and would willingly accept a gift from the gods, no matter what the consequence.
When the young man first arrives at the farm house he realizes that a fight has taken place he should not have stopped it is a trap he has been there before
a fight has taken place
Why does the poem end with this particular question: "I take it you are he?" ("Incident in a Rose Garden") Death asks his question to make sure that he has the correct person. Death has caught up to the Master. The question is a surprise to the reader, as we do not assume that Death has come for the Master. all of the above
all of the above
Why is Shylock reluctant to have dinner with Bassanio? Bassanio is a Christian and Shylock is not fond of them. He hears that there is going to be a masque (party) that same evening and this concerns him. Shylock is uneasy about leaving home because he has had a dreams about moneybags; and he thinks this is a bad omen. all of the above
all of the above
"Doubting, dreaming, dreams—no mortal ever dared to dream before." alliteration assonance consonance onomatopoeia
alliteration
"it is better to be happy for a moment and be burned up with beauty than to live a long time." assonance alliteration onomatopeia consonance
alliteration
ebullient: animated lethargic somnambulant
animated
deplorable: simple appalling worldly
appalling
After an arduous day of digging the hole for our pool, I decided it was time to rest. appropriate inappropriate
appropriate
Jeff's animosity for Peter was so strong that he went out of the way to avoid him. appropriate inappropriate
appropriate
Melissa is a very aesthetic and perceptive young artist. appropriate inappropriate
appropriate
My altruistic grandmother is always taking in meals to the homeless shelter. appropriate inappropriate
appropriate
My history teacher is very austere. She never smiles and always wears dark clothes appropriate inappropriate
appropriate
The money in your savings amount will slowly augment if you leave it alone. appropriate inappropriate
appropriate
"From the molten, golden, notes . . ." consonance alliteration assonance onomatopoeia
assonance
"Hear the mellow wedding bells." consonance alliteration assonance onomatopoeia
assonance
"From labor in the weekday weather made/banked fires blaze . . ." assonance and alliteration onomatopoeia and consonance onomatopoeia and assonance consonance and assonance
assonance and alliteration
imprudence (antonym): competence carefulness rashness
carefulness
trepidation (antonym): certain cautious hilarious
certain
affable: cheery depressed cruel
cheery
The reader learns that the wife has bought some poison to put in her husband's hot grog at bedtime. climax exposition rising action resolution
climax
A great __________________ resulted when the power went out at the concert. commotion semblance unperceived
commotion
"First and last," "Odds and ends," "Short and sweet" assonance onomatopoeia consonance alliteration
consonance
Tiger Woods, the richest golfer in history, won approximately $800,000 by winning the British Open. correct incorrect
correct
When I graduate from high school, I plan to play golf in Pasadena, CA. correct incorrect
correct
After wrecking our Suburban, I had to listen to my father's 'tirade' for an hour. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
His 'servile' girlfriend carries his books to class for him. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
Jeff says he is the best athlete in the entire world. What a 'pretentious' young man. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
Mr. Larson says he has a 'relic' worth $100,000. He claims he owns a chain worn by Joan of Arc. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
My 'tedious' history class is the longest 50 minutes I must endure daily. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
My teacher gave me a "C" on my ten-page paper and wrote "verbose" at the top. I was wrong to suppose she'd give more points for writing a lot. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
Our family lives by these 'precepts': be kind, clean up your messes, and stick up for each other. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
Pam isn't very 'prudent'. She left the iron on all day with a toddler around. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
Pedro came with a 'viable' solution for the broken-down machinery. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
That grating sound you're making is the most 'raucous' noise I've ever heard. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
The 'vivacious' cheerleader got the whole crowd on its feet. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
We hiked to the zenith of the mountain and looked down at the city. correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
Your act of vandalism is very 'reprehensible' correct usage incorrect usage
correct usage
balk: sincere corrupt cower
cower
benevolent (antonym): confused generous cruel
cruel
A tragicomedy is a type of drama that contains funny moments, but ends tragically. true false
false
impartial: intellectual equal thoughtful
equal
What type of nonfiction is "The Spreading `You Know'"? autobiography essay biography true-life adventure
essay
What type of nonfiction work is "The Loch Ness Monster?" essay biography real-life adventure autobiography
essay
despondent (antonym): discouraged depressed excited
excited
At a party the husband hears about Dr. Maximus' business. resolution falling action exposition climax
exposition
immensely: extremely noisy courteous
extremely
zealous: exuberant apprehensive arrogant
exuberant
Dr. Maximus puts poison into the chocolates. climax rising action falling action exposition
falling action
A paper that reads like a first draft would receive a "5." true false
false
A paper that would require light editing to polish the text for publication would receive a "1." true false
false
A romantic comedy will often involve disguises, stumbling blocks to true love, and unfortunate endings. true false
false
A soliloquy is a speech given by one of the principal characters to another principal character about his/her deepest thoughts and emotions. true false
false
