11 . Which sentence is an example of two independent clauses being linked by semicolon and a coordinating conjunction? A sentence 2 B sentence 11 C sentence 21 D sentence 27

12. "A dazzling skyrocket illuminating the drab literary landscape" in sentence 3 is a metaphorical reference to A contemporary fiction. B the literary landscape. C Stephen Delacorte. D Events of a Day.

13 . Which revision correctly illustrates a simple way to combine sentences 4 and 5? A To the delight of his publisher, Delacorte has accomplished the rare feat of writing a novel that possesses significant crossover appeal though it is both a serious work of fiction and a rousing, suspense-filled adventure guaranteed to keep even the most casual reader riveted to the page. B To the delight of his publisher, Delacorte has accomplished the rare feat of writing a novel that possesses significant crossover appeal, Events of a Day is both a serious work of fiction and a rousing, suspense-filled adventure guaranteed to keep even the most casual reader riveted to the page. C To the delight of his publisher, Delacorte has accomplished the rare feat of writing a novel that possesses significant crossover appeal; Events of a Day is both a serious work of fiction and a rousing, suspense-filled adventure guaranteed to keep even the most casual reader riveted to the page. D To the delight of his publisher, Delacorte has accomplished the rare feat of writing a novel that possesses significant crossover appeal. It is both a serious work of fiction and a rousing, suspense-filled adventure guaranteed to keep even the most casual reader riveted to the page.

14 . Which sentence is an example of a fragment? A sentence 7 B sentence 8 C sentence 21 D sentence 26

15 . Which sentence is an example of a rhetorical question? A sentence 1 B sentence 8 C sentence 23 D sentence 28

16 . Which sentence contains two independent clauses linked by a semicolon and an adverb? A sentence 2 B sentence 11 C sentence 21 D sentence 27

17. Parallel structure is achieved in paragraph 2 A by including a direct quotation in sentence 22. B by describing three types of contemporary novels. C by the combining of two independent clauses in sentence 19. D by the repetition of the phrase focus on in sentences 12, 14, and 16.

18. Which sentence illustrates the best way to combine sentences 18 and 19? A Each of these types claims legions of devoted readers, and their popularity shows no signs of waning; until a growing number of literary critics have tired of the stranglehold these types maintain on the fiction market. B Each of these types claims legions of devoted readers, and their popularity shows no signs of waning; nevertheless, a growing number of literary critics have tired of the stranglehold these types have on the fiction market. C Each of these types claims legions of devoted readers, and their popularity shows no signs of waning; therefore, a growing number of literary critics have tired of the stranglehold these types maintain on the fiction market. D Each of these types claims legions of devoted readers, and their popularity shows no signs of waning; because a growing number of literary critics have tired of the stranglehold these types maintain on the fiction market.

19 . Which choice explains the simile in sentence 20? A Literary critics are compared to devoted readers. B A weary grande dame is compared to a stranglehold. C Literary critics are compared to a weary grande dame. D Arts lectures are compared to charity balls and gallery openings.

20 . The quotation in sentence 21 A supports the point being made in sentence 20. B refutes the point being made in sentence 20. C is an example of a rhetorical question. D is an example of figurative language.