#1
What is the main purpose of a conclusion in a reading passage?
To summarize key points
ExplanationSummarizes main points of the passage.
#2
What is the primary purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?
To express the main idea or argument
ExplanationExpresses main idea or argument of essay.
#3
In the context of reading comprehension, what does 'context clues' refer to?
Words or phrases that help determine the meaning of an unknown word
ExplanationWords/phrases aiding understanding of unknown words.
#4
What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?
To state the main argument or claim
ExplanationStates the main argument or claim.
#5
What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?
To express the main idea of the paragraph
ExplanationExpresses the main idea of the paragraph.
#6
In the context of language understanding, what does the term 'ambiguity' refer to?
Having multiple meanings
ExplanationWords/phrases with multiple interpretations.
#7
What is an inference in reading comprehension?
A guess based on evidence and reasoning
ExplanationAn educated guess from evidence.
#8
What does the term 'denotation' refer to in language understanding?
The literal or dictionary definition of a word
ExplanationLiteral meaning of a word from the dictionary.
#9
In a narrative, what is the function of the rising action?
To build tension and develop the plot
ExplanationBuilds tension and advances the plot.
#10
What is the purpose of the exposition in a story?
To introduce the setting and characters
ExplanationIntroduces setting and characters of the story.
#11
Which of the following is an example of an oxymoron?
Bitter sweet
ExplanationContradictory terms placed together.
#12
Which of the following is an example of a complex sentence?
She ran quickly, and he walked slowly.
ExplanationSentence with independent and dependent clauses.
#13
What is the significance of tone in a piece of writing?
It conveys the author's attitude and feelings.
ExplanationConveys the author's attitude/feelings.
#14
Which literary device is used to address an absent or imaginary person or thing?
Apostrophe
ExplanationAddresses absent or imaginary entities.
#15
What is the purpose of a counterargument in persuasive writing?
To present an opposing viewpoint
ExplanationPresents opposing viewpoint for persuasion.
#16
What is the purpose of foreshadowing in a narrative?
To create suspense by hinting at future events
ExplanationHints at future events to create suspense.
#17
What is the primary focus of the analysis in a literary essay?
Interpretation and evaluation of literary elements
ExplanationInterprets and evaluates literary elements.