Exam (Ati reading practice)
D
In A Room of One's Own, Woolf describes the life of Shakespeare's hypothetical sister whose attempts at achieving the greatness of her brother leave her desperate, ostracized, and eventually suicidal. Which best states the claim that this information helps to develop? Choice Feedback A. It is proper that women behave more subtly and indirectly than men. B. Attempts by women to repeat the success of men are doomed to failure. C. Behind every great man is a great woman with the true talent. D. Throughout history, society has worked against ambitious women.
A
In A Room of One's Own, Woolf explains that many families in the late 1400s arranged marriages. She later tells a story about Shakespeare's hypothetical sister who had his genius but whose family would not allow her to develop it. Which best states the claim that this information helps to develop? Choice Feedback A. Historically, women had little control over how they lived their lives. B. Historically, women were content to be both creative and servile. C. Historically, women have always been as intellectually capable as men. D. Historically, women were happy to marry whom their parents chose.
A
In A Room of One's Own, Woolf points out that women feature prominently in literature, but are seldom mentioned in history. Which best states the claim that this information helps to develop? Choice Feedback A. Literary writers might pay lip service to women, but historians ignore them. B. Both literary writers and historians have suffered for their craft. C. Few women have accomplished anything in history that is worth mentioning. D. Women prefer to influence history by supporting the men who make it.
A
Read the following excerpt from A Room of One's Own by Virginia Woolf: And here, I said, opening a book about music, we have the very words used again in this year of grace, 1928, of women who try to write music. 'Of Mlle. Germaine Tailleferre one can only repeat Dr. Johnson's dictum concerning, a woman preacher, transposed into terms of music. "Sir, a woman's composing is like a dog's walking on his hind legs. It is not done well, but you are surprised to find it done at all." So accurately does history repeat itself. Which statement best states the idea that this excerpt helps to develop? Choice Feedback A. In the 20th century, women still face hostility as they endeavor to create. B. The number of disciplines from which women are barred is ever shrinking. C. Women must create a room to call their own rather than seek it out. D. Criticism of women from men is often less honest and gentler.
A
Read the following excerpt from A Room of One's Own by Virginia Woolf: Occasionally an individual woman is mentioned, an Elizabeth, or a Mary; a queen or a great lady. But by no possible means could middle-class women with nothing but brains and character at their command have taken part in any one of the great movements which, brought together, constitute the historian's view of the past. Which statement best states the idea that this excerpt helps to develop? Choice Feedback A. Women have been historically held back from greatness. B. Women's lives have been deliberately left out of historical record. C. Women have traditionally been encouraged to write about their lives. D. Women's contributions have been erased from history.
A
Read the following excerpt from A Room of One's Own by Virginia Woolf: [A]ny woman born with a great gift in the sixteenth century would certainly have gone crazed, shot herself, or ended her days in some lonely cottage outside the village, half witch, half wizard, feared and mocked at. For it needs little skill in psychology to be sure that a happily gifted girl who had tried to use her gift for poetry would have been so thwarted and hindered by other people. Which statement best states the idea that this excerpt helps to develop? Choice Feedback A. Society has held women back from greatness. B. Men have conspired to keep women powerless. C. Historians have glossed over women's achievements. D. Emotions have prevented women from success.
A
Read the following excerpt from Emperor Quian Long's Letter to King George III in England in 1793: But as the tea, silk and porcelain which the Celestial Empire produces, are absolute necessities to European nations and to yourselves, we have permitted, as a signal mark of favour, that foreign hongs should be established at Canton, so that your wants might be supplied and your country thus participate in our beneficence. Based on this excerpt, what can most logically be concluded about Emperor Quian Long's point of view? Choice Feedback A. Trade with China is an enormous privilege. B. China highly values British goods. C. The British are better trade partners than other countries. D. Sharing with others is a moral principle.
A
Read the following excerpt from Emperor Quian Long's Letter to King George III in England in 1793: If you assert that your reverence for Our Celestial dynasty fills you with a desire to acquire our civilisation, our ceremonies and code of laws differ so completely from your own that, even if your Envoy were able to acquire the rudiments of our civilisation, you could not possibly transplant our manners and customs to your alien soil. Therefore, however adept the Envoy might become, nothing would be gained thereby. Based on this excerpt, what can most logically be concluded about Emperor Quian Long's point of view? Choice Feedback A. The British are too crude to adapt the more refined Chinese customs. B. The British need to behave more like the Chinese in the future. C. The Chinese people can learn many things from British culture. D. British culture should be highly valued by all nations.
D
Read the following excerpt from Emperor Quian Long's Letter to King George III in England in 1793: In consideration of the fact that your Ambassador and his deputy have come a long way with your memorial and tribute, I have shown them high favour and have allowed them to be introduced into my presence. Based on this excerpt, what can most logically be concluded about Emperor Quian Long's point of view? Choice Feedback A. The Ambassador is a worthy opponent. B. Britain is equal to China. C. Britain had sent too many troops. D. China is a superior nation
A
Read the following excerpt from Franklin Delano Roosevelt's Address to the Nation: The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost. In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu. Yesterday, the Japanese government also launched an attack against Malaya. Last night, Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong. Last night, Japanese forces attacked Guam. Which sentence most accurately evaluates the rhetoric of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's speech? Choice Feedback A. The president uses parallelism to emphasize how widespread the attacks were. B. The president relies on repetition to ensure that his listeners do not forget the names of locations. C. The president uses incendiary language to evoke anger from the American listeners. D. The president relies on sarcasm to make Japan's invasion seem less than it was.
B
Read the following excerpt from Joseph Chamberlain's speech, "The True Conception of Empire," given in 1906: Here also the sense of possession has given place to a different sentiment—the sense of obligation. We feel now that our rule over these territories can only be justified if we can show that it adds to the happiness and prosperity of the people, and I maintain that our rule does, and has, brought security and peace and comparative prosperity to countries that never knew these blessings before. Which phrase from the excerpt most clearly shows an imperialistic attitude? Choice Feedback A. sense of obligation B. never knew these blessings C. comparative prosperity D. a different sentiment
A
Read the following excerpt from Joseph Chamberlain's speech, "The True Conception of Empire," given in 1906: We began to be, and we ultimately became, a great imperial Power in the eighteenth century, but, during the greater part of that time, the Colonies were regarded, not only by us, but by every European Power that possessed them, as possessions valuable in proportion to the pecuniary advantage which they brought to the mother country, which, under that order of ideas, was not truly a mother at all . . . Which phrase from the excerpt most clearly shows an imperialistic attitude? Choice Feedback A. possessions valuable in proportion B. under that order of ideas C. not truly a mother at all D. we ultimately became
B
Read the following excerpt from Joseph Chamberlain's speech, "The True Conception of Empire," given in 1906: [I]n almost every instance in which the rule of the queen has been established and the great Pax Britannica has been enforced, there has come with it greater security to life and property, and a material improvement in the condition of the bulk of the population. No doubt, in the first instance, when these conquests have been made, there has been bloodshed, there has been loss of life among the native populations, loss of still more precious lives among those who have been sent out to bring these countries into some kind of disciplined order . . . Which phrase from the excerpt most clearly shows an imperialistic attitude? Choice Feedback A. almost every instance B. loss of still more precious lives C. there has been bloodshed D. rule of the queen
C
Read the following excerpt from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein in which the monster tells his story: "You are in the wrong," replied the fiend; "and, instead of threatening, I consent to reason with you. I am malicious because I am miserable; am I not shunned and hated by all mankind? You, my creator, would tear me to pieces, and triumph; remember that, and tell me why I should pity man more than man pities me? . . ." Which phrase from the passage best supports the theme that monstrous appearances can be deceiving? Choice Feedback A. am I not shunned B. hated by all mankind C. consent to reason D. I am malicious
B
Read the following excerpt from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein in which the monster tells his story: I demand a creature of another sex, but as hideous as myself; the gratification is small, but it is all that I can receive, and it shall content me. It is true, we shall be monsters, cut off from all the world; but on that account we shall be more attached to one another. Our lives will not be happy, but they will be harmless, and free from the misery I now feel. Which phrase from the passage best supports the theme that monstrous appearances can be deceiving? Choice Feedback A. hideous as myself B. harmless, and free C. we shall be monsters D. demand a creature
A
Read the following excerpt from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein in which the monster tells his story: [I]t was a portrait of a most lovely woman. In spite of my malignity it softened and attracted me. For a few moments I gazed with delight on her dark eyes, fringed by deep lashes, and her lovely lips; but presently my rage returned: I remembered that I was forever deprived of the delights that such beautiful creatures could bestow . . . Which phrase from the passage best supports the theme that monstrous appearances can be deceiving? Choice Feedback A. it softened and attracted me B. fringed by deep lashes C. beautiful creatures could bestow D. portrait of a most lovely woman
A
Read the following excerpt from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, which is narrated by Dr. Frankenstein: But I am a blasted tree; the bolt has entered my soul: and I felt then that I should survive to exhibit, what I shall soon cease to be, — a miserable spectacle of wrecked humanity, pitiable to others, and abhorrent to myself. Which phrase from the passage best supports the theme that humans possess the ability to be monstrous? Choice Feedback A. spectacle of wrecked humanity B. bolt has entered my soul C. shall soon cease to be D. pitiable to others
A
Read the following excerpt from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, which is narrated by Dr. Frankenstein: Yet, at the idea that the fiend should live and be triumphant, my rage and vengeance returned, and, like a mighty tide, overwhelmed every other feeling. After a slight repose, during which the spirits of the dead hovered round, and instigated me to toil and revenge, I prepared for my journey. Which phrase from the passage best supports the theme that humans possess the ability to be monstrous? Choice Feedback A. my rage and vengeance B. spirits of the dead hovered C. that the fiend should live D. instigated me to toil
A
Read the following excerpt from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, which is narrated by Dr. Frankenstein: [B]ut now, for the first time the wickedness of my promise burst upon me; I shuddered to think that future ages might curse me as their pest, whose selfishness had not hesitated to buy its own peace at the price, perhaps, of the existence of the whole human race. Which phrase from the passage best supports the theme that humans possess the ability to be monstrous? Choice Feedback A. wickedness of my promise B. peace at the price C. whole human race D. shuddered to think
B
Read the following excerpt from T. N. Makharji's A Visit to Europe: Perhaps, no symptom being visible in my external appearance of the cannibalistic tendencies of my heart, or owing probably to the notion that I must have by that time got over my partiality for human flesh, or knowing at least that the place was safe enough against any treacherous spring which I might take into my head to make upon them, or owing to whatever other cause, the party gradually grew bolder, began to talk in whispers and actually tried to attract my attention . . . Based on this excerpt, what can most logically be concluded about Makharji's point of view? Choice Feedback A.. People are shy when they meet new people. B. Europeans do not see Indians as civilized people C. He prefers cannibalism over vegetarianism. D. He has to be careful in Europe to avoid getting arrested.
A
Read the following excerpt from T. N. Makharji's A Visit to Europe: They were as much astonished to see the Indians produce works of art with the aid of rude apparatus they themselves had discarded long ago, as a Hindu would be to see a chimpanzee officiating as a priest in a funeral ceremony and reading out Sanskrit texts from a palm leaf book spread before him. Based on this excerpt, what can most logically be concluded about Makharji's point of view? Choice Feedback A. Europeans believe Indians are an ignorant, uncultured people. B. Indians are not producing fine art because they use primitive tools. C. It is amazing that Indians are so artistic. D. Europeans have a limited experience with interpreting Sanskrit.
A
Read the following excerpt from T. N. Makharji's A Visit to Europe: You could tell any amount of stories on this subject [of the number of wives Indians have] without exciting the slightest suspicion. Once, one of our number told a pretty waitress—"I am awfully pleased with you, and I want to marry you. Will you accept the fortieth wifeship in my household which became vacant just before I left my country?" She asked—"How many wives have you altogether?" "Two hundred and fifty, the usual number," was the ready answer. Based on this excerpt, what can most logically be concluded about Makharji's point of view? Choice Feedback A. Europeans' stereotypes of Indians make them gullible. B. Indian people like to travel the world. C. Storytelling provides amusement as part of the Indian culture. D. The number of wives Indian men have is astonishing.
B
Read the following excerpt from Winston Churchill's "Their Finest Hour" speech presented during World War II: I am not reciting these facts for the purpose of recrimination. That I judge to be utterly futile and even harmful. We cannot afford it. . . . Now I put all this aside. I put it on the shelf, from which the historians, when they have time, will select their documents to tell their stories. We have to think of the future and not of the past. What is most likely the intended effect of beginning the speech this way? Choice Feedback A.. The audience will realize that assigning blame is for children. B. The audience will be convinced to focus on hope for the future. The C. The audience will conclude that Churchill doesn't want to discuss failure. D. The audience will view Churchill as a proud leader, unwilling to accept failure.
D
Read the following excerpt from Winston Churchill's "Their Finest Hour" speech presented during World War II: Of this, I am quite sure, that if we open a quarrel between the past and the present, we shall find that we have lost the future. Therefore, I cannot accept the drawing of any distinctions between Members of the present Government. It was formed at a moment of crisis in order to unite all the Parties and all sections of opinion. It has received the almost unanimous support of both Houses of Parliament. Its Members are going to stand together, and, subject to the authority of the House of Commons, we are going to govern the country and fight the war. What is most likely the intended effect of beginning the speech this way? Choice Feedback A.. The audience will realize that past mistakes of the government led to the war. B. The audience will be convinced that Churchill will accept criticism. C. The audience will decide to be subject to authority of the House of Commons. D. The audience will perceive the government as strong and united. Global Incorrect Feedback The correct answer is: The audience will perceive the government as strong and united.
A
Read the following excerpt from Winston Churchill's "Their Finest Hour" speech presented during World War II: The disastrous military events which have happened during the past fortnight have not come to me with any sense of surprise. Indeed, I indicated a fortnight ago as clearly as I could to the House that the worst possibilities were open; and I made it perfectly clear then that whatever happened in France would make no difference to the resolve of Britain and the British Empire to fight on, "if necessary for years, if necessary alone." What is most likely the intended effect of beginning the speech this way? Choice Feedback A. The audience will gain a clear understanding of the wisdom and resolve of their leader to see the conflict to an end. B. The audience will be convinced that the battle in France was unfortunate, but it really does not matter to Churchill. C. The audience will blame Churchill for knowing how bad things were for two weeks and not taking action to prevent it. D. The audience will decide Churchill is stubbornly fastened to his decision, even if people will be harmed.
A
Read the following excerpt from the closing of Winston Churchill's "Their Finest Hour" speech presented during World War II: But if we fail, then the whole world, including the United States, including all that we have known and cared for, will sink into the abyss of a new Dark Age made more sinister, and perhaps more protracted, by the lights of perverted science. Let us therefore brace ourselves to our duties, and so bear ourselves that, if the British Empire and its Commonwealth last for a thousand years, men will still say, "This was their finest hour." What is most likely the intended effect of ending the speech this way? Choice Feedback A. The audience will see that it must have courage because the stakes are high for the whole world. B. The audience will despair because it will realize that it is living in a new Dark Age. C. The audience will believe that the perversion of science is the culprit behind the world's woes. D. The audience will decide to protest the war efforts, bringing the dark abyss to a conclusion.
A
Read the following excerpt from the closing of Winston Churchill's "Their Finest Hour" speech presented during World War II: What General Weygand called the Battle of France is over. I expect that the Battle of Britain is about to begin. Upon this battle depends the survival of Christian civilization. Upon it depends our own British life, and the long continuity of our institutions and our Empire. The whole fury and might of the enemy must very soon be turned on us. Hitler knows that he will have to break us in this Island or lose the war. What is most likely the intended effect of ending the speech this way? Choice Feedback A. The audience will be prepared for the worst for the sake of life and country. B. The audience will be provoked to fear by the idea of the evil Hitler will unleash upon them. C. The audience will be discouraged by the idea of its civilization being destroyed. D. The audience will be convinced to fight a guerrilla war against Germany should it invade Great Britain.
A
Read the following excerpt from the closing of Winston Churchill's "Their Finest Hour" speech presented during World War II: [W]e in this Island and in the British Empire will never lose our sense of comradeship with the French people. If we are now called upon to endure what they have been suffering, we shall emulate their courage, and if final victory rewards our toils they shall share the gains, aye, and freedom shall be restored to all. What is most likely the intended effect of ending the speech this way? Choice Feedback A. The audience members will be inspired to hope for victory and protect their allies. B. The audience members will understand their duty to endure suffering like the French did. C. The audience members will realize that they are comrades with all Europeans. D. The audience members will view their country's defeats as necessary evils.
C
Read the following excerpts from two speeches given by Franklin D. Roosevelt at the onset of America's entrance into World War II in 1941. The first one was given to Congress and the second one was a radio address to the nation: 1. As Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy, I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense. But always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us. . . . [T]he American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory. 2. And in the difficult hours of this day — through dark days that may be yet to come — we will know that the vast majority of the members of the human race are on our side. Many of them are fighting with us. All of them are praying for us. But, in representing our cause, we represent theirs as well — our hope and their hope for liberty under God. Which most accurately describes a major difference in the emphasis between the two speeches? Choice Feedback A. Speech #1 conveys a less certain tone concerning future victory than Speech #2. B. Both speeches pronounce a dark, uncertain future for the United States. C. Unlike Speech #1, Speech #2 uses emotional language to remind Americans that they are not alone. D. Unlike Speech #1, Speech #2 employs logos to indicate that war is necessary.
A
Read the following excerpts from two speeches given by Franklin D. Roosevelt at the onset of America's entrance into World War II in 1941. The first one was given to Congress and the second one was a radio address to the nation: 1. With confidence in our armed forces, with the unbounding determination of our people, we will gain the inevitable triumph — so help us God. 2. We are now in the midst of a war, not for conquest, not for vengeance, but for a world in which this nation, and all that this nation represents, will be safe for our children. Which most accurately describes a major difference in the emphasis between the two speeches? Choice Feedback A. Unlike Speech #2, Speech #1 promises perseverance to gain victory. B. Both speeches use hyperbole to inflate the need for war with Japan. C. Unlike Speech #2, Speech #1 relies on FDR's integrity to persuade Americans. D. Unlike Speech #1, Speech #2 stirs up fear to muster support.
A
Read the following excerpts from two speeches given by Franklin D. Roosevelt at the onset of America's entrance into World War II in 1941. The first speech was given to Congress and the second was a radio address to the nation: 1. I believe that I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost, but will make it very certain that this form of treachery shall never again endanger us. 2. We are now in this war. We are all in it — all the way. Every single man, woman and child is a partner in the most tremendous undertaking of our American history. We must share together the bad news and the good news, the defeats and the victories — the changing fortunes of war. Which most accurately describes a major difference in the emphasis between the two speeches? Choice Feedback A. Unlike Speech #1, Speech #2 emphasizes the need to unify for a common cause B. Both speeches employ logos to make the point that war is inevitable. C. Unlike Speech #1, Speech #2 uses language that blames Japan for acting deceitfully. D. Unlike Speech #2, Speech #1 uses pathos to highlight the need to fight back.
A
Read the following passage from Joseph Stalin's radio broadcast shortly after Germany invaded the USSR in 1941: Collective farmers must drive off all their cattle and turn over their grain to the safekeeping of the State authorities for transportation to the rear. All valuable property including non-ferrous metals, grain and fuel which cannot be withdrawn must without fail be destroyed. In areas occupied by the enemy, Guerilla units, mounted and foot, must be formed, diversionist groups must be organized . . . Which argument is most clearly developed by the rhetoric used in the passage? Choice Feedback A. Nothing of value will be overtaken by Germany. B. Germany's army doesn't have similar resources as Russia. C. Seniors and teenagers will be conscripted to service. D. Stalin is confident that German occupation is inevitable.
D
Read the following passage from Joseph Stalin's radio broadcast shortly after Germany invaded the USSR in 1941: Collective farmers must drive off all their cattle and turn over their grain to the safekeeping of the State authorities for transportation to the rear. All valuable property including non-ferrous metals, grain and fuel which cannot be withdrawn must without fail be destroyed. In areas occupied by the enemy, Guerilla units, mounted and foot, must be formed, diversionist groups must be organized . . . Which argument is most clearly developed by the rhetoric used in the passage? Choice Feedback A. Stalin is confident that German occupation is inevitable. B. Germany's army doesn't have similar resources as Russia. C. Seniors and teenagers will be conscripted to service. D. . Nothing of value will be overtaken by Germany.
D
Read the following passage from Joseph Stalin's radio broadcast shortly after Germany invaded the USSR in 1941: Non-aggression pacts are pacts of peace between two States. It was such a pact that Germany proposed to us in 1939. Could the Soviet Government have declined such a proposal? I think that not a single peace-loving state could decline a peace treaty with a neighboring state even though the latter was headed by such fiends and cannibals as Hitler and Ribbertrop. Which argument is most clearly developed by the rhetoric used in the passage? Choice Feedback A. Russia should have joined forces with the Allies. B. Russia signed a peace treaty with Germany. C. Germany's army is not invincible. D.. Germany's leaders cannot be trusted
A
Read the following passage from Joseph Stalin's radio broadcast shortly after Germany invaded the USSR in 1941: Such popular levies must be raised in every city which is in danger of an enemy invasion, all the working people must be roused to defend our freedom, our honor, our country — in our patriotic war against German fascism. In order to insure a rapid mobilization of all forces of the peoples of the USSR, and to repulse the enemy who treacherously attacked our country, a State Committee of Defense has been formed in whose hands the entire power of the State has been vested. Which argument is most clearly developed by the rhetoric used in the passage? Choice Feedback A. Russia will commandeer the nation's resources to ensure defense. B. Russia may be forced to yield its power to Germany in the near future. C. Russia is confident that its democratic government will overcome fascism. D. The working people of Russia have to be awakened from their peaceful slumber.
A
Read the following passage from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein: "The child still struggled and loaded me with epithets which carried despair to my heart: I grasped his throat to silence him and in a moment he lay dead at my feet. I gazed on my victim, and my heart swelled with exultation and hellish triumph: clapping my hands, I exclaimed, 'I too, can create desolation: my enemy is not impregnable; this death will carry despair to him, and a thousand other miseries shall torment and destroy him.' . . ." Which element of Gothic literature is most evident in this excerpt from Frankenstein? Choice Feedback A. Physical terror B. Psychological terror C. A grim setting D. A motif of death
B
Read the following passage from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein: After days and nights of incredible labor and fatigue, I succeeded in discovering the cause of generation and life; nay, more, I became myself capable of bestowing animation upon lifeless matter. The astonishment which I had at first experienced on this discovery soon gave place to delight and rapture. Which common notion from the historical context surrounding Frankenstein does this excerpt most clearly show? Choice Feedback A. Some doctors were unscrupulous, selling false medicinal remedies and experimenting at the risk of their patients. B. Scientists were willing to interfere with the natural order that was ordained by God, becoming god-like in their explorations C. Enlightenment thinking promoted learning and advanced education for the betterment of human life. D. The Romantics de-emphasized the influence of reason, and instead emphasized human emotion.
C
Read the following passage from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein: But these philosophers whose hands seem only made to dabble in dirt and their eyes to pore over the microscope or crucible, have indeed performed miracles. They penetrate into the recesses of nature, and show how she works in her hiding-places. They ascend into the heavens; they have discovered how the blood circulates, and the nature of the air we breathe. They have acquired new and almost unlimited powers . . . Which common notion from the historical context surrounding Frankenstein does this excerpt most clearly show? Choice Feedback A. The Industrial Revolution brought about the scientific method, leading to more scientific quests. B. Horror and suspense, haunted forests, and castles were common settings in the Gothic literature of the day. C. Scientists stepped into the domain of religion, presuming to discover and recreate the essence of life itself. D. The Romantic period brought about an appreciation for beauty in opposition to the intellectual quest for reason.
D
Read the following passage from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein: I had desired it with an ardor that far exceeded moderation; but now that I had finished, the beauty of the dream vanished, and breathless horror and disgust filled my heart, Unable to endure the aspect of the being I had created, I rushed out of the room, and continued a long time traversing my bed-chamber, unable to compose my mind to sleep. Which element of Gothic literature is most evident in this excerpt from Frankenstein? Choice Feedback A. Physical terror B. A dark, ruinous setting C. The specter of death D. Psychological terror
D
Read the following passage from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein: I saw how the fine form of man was degraded and wasted; . . . I saw how the worm inherited the wonders of the eye and brain. Which element of Gothic literature is most evident in this excerpt from Frankenstein? Choice Feedback A. A spooky setting B. Physical terror C. Psychological terror D. An emphasis on death and decay
B
Read the following passage: I would like to honor the courageous soldiers who sacrificed their lives to ensure that all nations may benefit from our country's ideals. Without their sacrifice, our great nation would not have been able to bring freedom and justice to these savage lands. Which phrase from the passage most clearly shows an imperialistic attitude? Choice Feedback A. courageous soldiers B. savage lands C. freedom and justice D. their sacrifice
A
Read the following passage: It is no secret that we live in the greatest country in the world. Every nation need only look to us to see that ours is a free and happy society. It is now time to spread the ideals of our nation, through diplomacy or by force, so that everyone may share in our freedom and happiness. Which phrase from the passage most clearly shows an imperialistic attitude? Choice Feedback A. spread the ideals B. It is no secret C. freedom and happiness D. everyone may share
C
Read the following passage: We had traveled across the sea to the new land, hoping to find an untamed wilderness. However, we found an inhabited land that needed discipline. We pacified the population and made it fit for civilization. For this we thank our great explorers and warriors. Which phrase from the passage most clearly shows an imperialistic attitude? Choice Feedback A. inhabited land B. untamed wilderness C. fit for civilization D. explorers and warriors
A
Read this excerpt from Franklin Delano Roosevelt's "Fireside Chat 19: On the War with Japan": In 1931, ten years ago, Japan invaded Manchukuo — without warning. In 1935, Italy invaded Ethiopia — without warning. In 1938, Hitler occupied Austria — without warning. In 1939, Hitler invaded Czechoslovakia — without warning. Which sentence most accurately evaluates the rhetoric of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's speech? Choice Feedback A. The president uses repetition to emphasize the suddenness of the events. B. The president relies on repetition to ensure that his listeners remember the date of each event. C. The president uses incendiary language to evoke anger from the American listeners. D. The president mentions the dates to emphasize his credibility with the listeners.
A
Read this excerpt from Franklin Delano Roosevelt's "Fireside Chat 19: On the War with Japan": In 1940, Italy attacked France and later Greece — without warning. And this year, in 1941, the Axis Powers attacked Yugoslavia and Greece and they dominated the Balkans — without warning. In 1941, also, Hitler invaded Russia — without warning. And now Japan has attacked Malaya and Thailand — and the United States — without warning. Which sentence most accurately evaluates the rhetoric of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's speech? Choice Feedback A. The president repeats the phrase "without warning" to emphasize that these events were unexpected. B. The president relies on repetition to ensure that his listeners remember the order the events occurred C. The president uses the words "attacked" and "invaded" to exaggerate the significance of the events. D. The president refers to when each event occurred to emphasize his credibility with the listeners.
B
Which aspect of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein most clearly indicates that Romanticism influenced the story? A. Natural philosophy is what drives Frankenstein's fate and future. B. Frankenstein looks upon his monstrous creation with horror and disgust. C. Frankenstein is undisturbed by reality as he seeks to discover the secret of life. D. Frankenstein compares his home life of nature, books, and love to his madness.
A
Which aspect of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein most clearly indicates that the Industrial Revolution influenced the story? A. Recent scientific breakthroughs inspire Frankenstein to study the nature of life. B. Frankenstein decides to abandon his belief in the ancient philosophers. C. Characters cling to their faith in God and deny the newer scientific revelations. D. Frankenstein feels guilty for allowing Justine to be wrongfully convicted.
B
Which aspect of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein most clearly shows a Gothic influence in the story? A. The novel begins with a series of letters written by a British explorer of the Arctic. B. Frankenstein suffers mental torture from his guilt while his monster tortures others for vengeance. C. The monster demands a life of peaceful existence in South America with a companion. D. Justine is wrongfully accused and convicted for the death of another character, William.
A
Which of the following excerpts from Joseph Stalin's 1941 radio broadcast would best be classified as incendiary? Choice Feedback A. The enemy is crafty, unscrupulous, experienced in deception. B. We must reckon with all this and not fall victims to provocation. C. Men of the Red Army are displaying unexampled valor. D. Is it really true that the German Fascist troops are invincible
A
Which of the following excerpts from Joseph Stalin's 1941 radio broadcast would best be classified as incendiary? Choice Feedback A. [Germany] has lost politically by exposing herself in the eyes of the entire world as a bloodthirsty aggressor. B. [T]he non-aggression pact between Germany and the USSR is precisely such a pact. C. [T]his peace treaty does not infringe . . . on the territorial integrity, independence and honor of the peace-loving State. D. All our work must be immediately reconstructed on a war footing . . .
A
Which of the following excerpts from Joseph Stalin's 1941 radio broadcast would best be classified as incendiary? Choice Feedback A. [O]ur country has come to death grips with its most malicious and most perfidious enemy — German fascism. B. [T]he chief virtue of the Soviet people must be courage, valor, fearlessness in struggle. C. We must organize all-round assistance to the Red Army, insure powerful reinforcements for its ranks. D. Collective farmers must drive off all their cattle and turn over their grain to the safe keeping of the state authorities.
A
Which of the following two themes are most developed in Frankenstein? Choice Feedback A. Selfish pursuit and revenge as a consequence of grief B. The pursuit of excellence and the power of truth C. The vanity of pride and the power of relationships D. The curse of isolationism and the beauty of nature
B
Which of the following two themes are most developed in Frankenstein? Choice Feedback A. The meaninglessness of beauty and the joy of friendship B. The pursuit of technology and the loss of humanity C. The cost of selfishness and the need for gentleness D. The discovery of nature and the power of happiness
A
Which of the following two themes are most developed in Frankenstein? Choice Feedback A. The need for companionship and the consequences of revenge B. The sorrow of death and the joy of new life C. The price of greed and the determination of conquest D. Psychological torture and the desire for aesthetics
D
Which sentence most accurately evaluates the spoken tone of Churchill's "Their Finest Hour"? Choice Feedback A. Churchill's confident tone will inspire other nations to fight alongside Great Britain. B. Churchill's honesty about consulting Britain's colonial governments reinforces his credibility. C. Churchill's defensive tone makes it appear that other leaders have questioned his leadership. D. Churchill's lack of enthusiasm makes it seem as if he is uninterested in the outcome of the war.
A
Which sentence most accurately evaluates the spoken tone of Churchill's "Their Finest Hour"? Choice Feedback A. Churchill's tone comes across as unmotivated and is not likely to inspire the audience. B. Churchill's cautious approach lends credibility to the idea that Britain will be victorious. C. Churchill's emphasis on carrying on the war challenges the British to fight bravely. D. Churchill's surprised tone makes him seem as if he is caught off-guard.
A
Which sentence most accurately evaluates the spoken tone of Churchill's "Their Finest Hour"? Choice Feedback A. Churchill's tone sounds depressed despite his words calling for determined duty. B. Churchill's emphasis on Britain's inflexible resolve makes victory seem like a foregone conclusion. C. Churchill's sarcasm makes it appear that he's daring Germany to attack. D. Churchill's bold tone encourages everyone to stand up and be counted.
