Question 1

What is the definition of point of view in a story?

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The perspective from which a story is told

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The lesson or moral of the story

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The time and place in which the story takes place

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The main events that occur in the story

Question 2

What is the definition of a theme in a piece of literature?

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A central idea or message that the author conveys through the story

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The main character's thoughts and feelings

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The time and place in which the story takes place

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The sequence of events in the story

Question 3

What is the definition of a hyperbole in literature?

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An exaggerated statement used for emphasis

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A word or phrase that imitates the sound it represents

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A direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'

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A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'

Question 4

What is the definition of a metaphor in literature?

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A figure of speech that compares two unlike things by stating that one thing is another

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A comparison of two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'

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A word or phrase that imitates the sound it represents

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An exaggerated statement used for emphasis

Question 5

What is the definition of a simile in literature?

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A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'

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An exaggerated statement used for emphasis

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A word or phrase that imitates the sound it represents

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A direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'

Question 6

What is the definition of a verb?

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A word that expresses an action or state of being

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A group of words that expresses a complete thought

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A person, place, or thing

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A descriptive word

Question 7

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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To provide a focus for the reader and writer

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To list the main points of the essay

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To summarize the entire essay

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To introduce the conclusion of the essay

Question 8

What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or message the author is trying to convey

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The title of the text

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The main characters in the text

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The setting of the text

Question 9

What literary device is used when a non-human object is given human-like qualities?

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Personification

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Hyperbole

Question 10

Which word has a negative connotation?

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Sinister

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Ingenious

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Brilliant

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Creative

Question 11

Which word has a positive connotation?

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Radiant

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Menacing

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Gloomy

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Sinister

Question 12

Which word has a connotation of luxury?

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Opulent

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Plain

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Simple

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Modest

Question 13

Which word has a connotation of sadness or gloominess?

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Melancholy

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Optimistic

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Cheerful

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Joyful

Question 14

Which word has a connotation of strength and power?

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Majestic

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Submissive

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Meek

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Timid

Question 15

Which word has a connotation of deceit or trickery?

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Sly

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Sincere

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Honest

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Genuine

Question 16

Which word has a connotation of elegance and sophistication?

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Chic

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Tacky

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Shabby

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Messy

Question 17

Which word has a connotation of bravery and courage?

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Valiant

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Timid

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Cowardly

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Weak

Question 18

Which word has a connotation of chaos and disorder?

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Pandemonium

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Tranquil

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Peaceful

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Serene

Question 19

Which word has a connotation of skill and expertise?

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Proficient

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Incompetent

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Inept

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Clumsy

Question 20

Which term refers to the sequence of events in a story?

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Plot

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Setting

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Character

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Conflict

Question 21

In a story, what is the climax?

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The most intense, exciting, or important point of the story

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The part where conflicts are resolved

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A brief summary of the story

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The introduction of the story

Question 22

What is the resolution in a story?

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The part of the story where the main conflict is resolved

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The part where characters are introduced

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The beginning of the story

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The part where the setting is described

Question 23

What is the rising action of a story?

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The series of events that build up the conflict

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The part where the conflict is resolved

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The conclusion of the story

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The introduction of the characters

Question 24

What is foreshadowing in a story?

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Hints or clues about events that will occur later in the story

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A summary of the story's main events

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A detailed description of the setting

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An intense action scene

Question 25

What is a flashback in a story?

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A scene that interrupts the present action to show events that happened in the past

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A scene that fast-forwards to the future

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A scene that focuses on the main conflict

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A scene that introduces a new character

Question 26

What role does a protagonist play in a story?

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The main character who faces the central conflict

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The character who opposes the main character

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The setting of the story

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A minor character who provides comic relief

Question 27

In literature, what is a theme?

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The underlying message or the central idea of a story

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The main character of a story

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The sequence of events in a story

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The setting or location of a story

Question 28

What does the setting of a story describe?

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The time and place where the story takes place

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The main conflict of the story

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The resolution of the story

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The climax of the story

Question 29

What is the purpose of a character's dialogue in a story?

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To reveal character traits and advance the plot

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To provide a list of characters

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To describe the setting in detail

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To mark the end of the story

Question 30

What is the definition of 'vociferous'?

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loud and noisy

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quick and agile

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quiet and shy

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cold and distant

Question 31

What is the synonym of 'pulchritudinous'?

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beautiful

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ugly

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attractive

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plain

Question 32

What is the meaning of 'egregious'?

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outstandingly bad

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exceptionally good

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average

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mediocre

Question 33

What does 'cacophony' refer to?

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a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds

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a peaceful silence

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a quiet whisper

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a pleasant melody

Question 34

What is the meaning of 'ephemeral'?

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lasting for a very short time

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eternal

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everlasting

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permanent

Question 35

What does the word 'surreptitious' mean?

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done in a secret, sneaky way

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done with permission

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done generously and openly

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done openly and honestly

Question 36

What is the definition of 'ephemeral'?

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lasting for a very short time

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eternal

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endless

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permanent

Question 37

What does 'altruistic' mean?

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unselfishly concerned for or devoted to the welfare of others

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selfish and greedy

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indifferent and apathetic

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egotistical and narcissistic

Question 38

What is the synonym of 'ubiquitous'?

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omnipresent

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rare

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scarce

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limited

Question 39

What is the meaning of 'gregarious'?

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sociable and outgoing

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reserved and distant

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shy and introverted

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mean and unfriendly

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