Mid term English 3

What did the author observe at the woodpile?

An ant fight

How did Ben trick James into printing his article?

Ben disguised his writing He put it under the door at night He signed a different name to the article

What was Douglass's job?

Carrying wheat

The leaks on the ship were fixed with

Caulk

What is the tone of this passage? " All domestic pleasures and enjoyments are absorbed in the great and important duty you owe your country..."

Compassionate/understanding

How does the author feel about the Post Office and Newspapers?

Completely unnecessary and could live without them both

What is the virtue that society expects of each other?

Conformity

Who is responsible for organizing "The Iroquois Constitution?" *

Dekanawidah

Why does Douglass stop working? He is...

Exhasted

According to the author, the king has occasionally responded positively to the colonists' request.

False

The author's mother was concerned that this story might affect him getting a job as a politician. 3/3

False

Transcendentalists thought it best if people conformed to the norms of society

False

When the Puritans arrived in the New World, the Indians were afraid and ran away.

False

What is the turning point in Douglass' life?

Fighting Mr. Covey

What is the tone of this passage? "I believe it is near ten days since I wrote you a line. I have not felt in a humor to entertain you."

Frustrated

The "Iroquois Constitution" is an example of

Government Document

The Puritans dominated...

Government, literature, and religion

Why did the author leave the woods?

He felt as though he had a better outlook on life and a better perspective on his future.

Why does Douglass stop carrying wheat to the fan?

He is completely exhausted.

It what way did Ben take advantage of James?

He left before his contract had expired

How does Douglass's owner react to his pleas for help?

He sends him back to Mr. Covey

"The God that holds a spider or some loathsome insect over a fire..." is an example of

Imagery

"Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass" - Who is Douglass working for at the time of this excerpt?

Mr. Covey

Emerson and Thoreau's writing dealt more with an individual's contact with...

Nature and Individuality

The author's family was supportive of the young writer.

No

The idea that all people are born sinful is... *

Original Sin

Which literary device is being used in this example? "He has refused, he has forbidden, he has called together..."

Parallelism

"Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" is an example of a Puritan...

Sermon

your sins are heavy as lead" is an example of

Simile

"Iroquois Constitution": The roots of the Tree of Great Peace symbolize..

Strength/ the anchor

What had a profound impact on American Literature?

The European Romanticism

Who is the enemy?

The king of britain

To whom does Abigail say her husband is not very generous towards?

The ladies

Puritans believed the Church of England was corrupt

True

The Pilgrims arrived in the new world during the winter months

True

The author claims that all men are lucky to wake in the morning. If it were not for God's hand, they would die in their sleep or fall like lead into a burning furnace.

True

The author wrote a short story as a young boy and had it published in a negro newspaper.

True

The passage is known for its vivid and fiery language

True

Transcendentalists believed in living a simple life

True

Henry David Thoreau wrote...

Walden

Where is the speaker's cabin located?

Walden Pond

The tribal council opened their meetings with...

greetings toward nature

The person telling the story is...

narrator

"The Autobiography of Ben Franklin": What kind of business did James Franklin run?

newspaper

Who elected the Lords/government officials into office?

only the tribal women

Self-Reliance: To who shall people trust? *

only thyself

The PRIMARY objective of the Iroquois Nation was

peaceful coxistance between the tribes

Why was James Franklin imprisoned?

printing an offensive article

The eagle perched at the top of the tree represents...

protector

How was James Franklin related to Ben?

brothers

"Declaration of Independence": What is the purpose of the declaration?

to dissolve all allegiances to the king

"Walden" - Why did the speaker go to the woods?

to meditate and renew his spirit

The word "pilgrim" means...

travelor

Irony is the difference between appearance and reality

True

Which author printed his first essay anonymously? *

Ben Franklin

What did the passengers sign before allowed to go ashore?

Mayflower Compact

"Of Plymouth Plantation": How many PASSENGERS died on the voyage to the New World?

1

What explanation does Douglass give for not being turned over to the constable?

A public whipping would ruin Covey's reputation

Which author campaigned for women's rights?

Abigail Adams

Who kept up correspondence with his/her spouse by writing letters?

Abigail Adams

What type of behavior does the author say is difficult, yet essential for personal greatness? *

Intuition

Which literary device is represented by this quote: "But it pleased God that at half a seas over, to smite this young man with a disease...and was himself the first to be thrown overboard."

Irony

Why didn't Ben and James have a healthy relationship?

James thought Ben was vain James often beat Ben their father often sided with Ben

Which author started a religious revival known as the Great Awakening/Enlightenment *

Johnathon Edwards

What is the myth behind the root Sandy gives Douglass?

Keeps a slave from getting beaten

An example of unalienable rights are...

Life, Liberty, and Happiness

Douglass struggles with slavery issues. This is an example of ...

Man vs Society

Literary Devices: "creation moans" is an example of

Personification

Puritans were people who wanted to _______ their lives and their church.

Purify

Who wrote "The Voodoo of Hell's Half-Acre"?

Richard Wright

from "Black Boy": Who is the author of this story?

Richard Wright

According to the author, God cannot bear to have mankind in his sight

True

According to the author, the colonists had tried to peacefully pull away from the king.

True

As independent states, the colonies would have full power to levy war and conclude peace.

True

At the age of 15, the author made up his mind to move North.

True

Frederick Douglass was a great speaker.

True

"Letters to John Adams": According to Adams, when is a king no longer a king?

When people lose faith in its leader

Who wrote, "Of Plymouth Plantation?" *

William Bradford

According to the author of "Self-Reliance," to be misunderstood is a good thing.

Yes

The author is a very keen observer of the sights and sounds of the woods.

Yes

The author was ridiculed by his classmates.

Yes

The speaker warns people to "guard" their lips. *

Yes

The mood created by a story

atmosphere

"Black Boy" is an example of a/an...

autobiography

he part of the plot when the action is at its highest?

climax

"Sinners in the Hands of An Angry God": The purpose of this selection is to...

fear the consequence of sin

After the struggle in the stable, Douglass

feels his spirit and confidence revived

Prosperity means...

financial success

What did transcendentalists value over material wealth?

spirituality/self

What did the candidate Lords have to offer as a pledge of their allegiance to the tribes?

wampums