English 10 Semester 1 Final Exam
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What is the significance of Petrarch in the context of poetry?

  • He defined modern poetry and its characteristics.
  • He introduced the concept of courtly love in his works. (correct)
  • He popularized the sonnet form in English literature.
  • He was a contemporary of Shakespeare known for his dramas.

    • Who is considered a pivotal figure in English literature for his sonnets and plays?

  • Robert Frost
  • John Milton
  • William Wordsworth
  • William Shakespeare (correct)

    • What is included in the TPCASTT acronym regarding poetry analysis?

  • Title, Personification, Context, Audience, Style, Tone, Theme
  • Theme, Poem, Characters, Analysis, Style, Technique, Tone
  • Title, Poet, Content, Analysis, Subject, Theme, Timing
  • Title, Paraphrase, Connotation, Attitude, Shift, Title, Theme (correct)

    • Which of the following statements about sonnets is true?

    <p>There are various forms of sonnets, including English and Italian with different structures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component of writing a theme statement?

    <p>Stating the claim, reasoning, and evidence along with the author and title.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Part 1 in the exam overview?

    <p>Elements of fiction and literary lenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of humor involves exaggeration for comedic effect?

    <p>Hyperbole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lens focuses on the psychological aspects of characters according to Freudian theory?

    <p>Psychoanalytical Lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should students be able to do with excerpts from Antigone according to the exam overview?

    <p>Interpret various passages and identify literary devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characterization technique provides direct information about a character?

    <p>Direct characterization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of conflict is represented as a struggle between a character and their own beliefs?

    <p>Man v Self</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary device combines contradictory terms for effect?

    <p>Oxymoron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly describes an external conflict type?

    <p>Man v God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes a tragic flaw that leads to the downfall of a character?

    <p>Hamartia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of rhetorical appeal focuses on the credibility of the speaker?

    <p>Ethos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary device involves the repetition of similar vowel sounds in a phrase or sentence?

    <p>Assonance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a sudden reversal of fortune or change in circumstances in a literary work?

    <p>Peripeteia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these terms best represents the emotional atmosphere of a literary piece?

    <p>Mood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to a moment of critical discovery or recognition in a story?

    <p>Anagnorisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the use of exaggeration for emphasis or effect in literature?

    <p>Hyperbole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which poetic device refers to the structured pattern of rhyme in a poem?

    <p>Rhyme Scheme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    English 10 Semester 1 Final Exam

    • Due Dates: Monday (pages 1-3) and Tuesday (pages 4-6)

    • Exam Date: Wednesday (period 4) and Friday (periods 1 and 7)

    • Resources: Albert.io, study guide, and posted slides

    • Exam Structure: Part 1: Elements of Fiction Review & Literary Lenses; Part 2: Antigone; Part 3: Poetry

    • Part 1: Focus on identifying literary devices (tone, symbolism, hyperbole, etc.) in excerpts and quotes. Includes the first half of the review slides. Define each literary device. Also, identify various types of humor. Define and provide examples of types of characterization (direct and indirect). Identify and define literary lenses (psychoanalytical lens, focusing on Freud's id, ego, superego; Feminist/Gender; Marxist; Historical). Identify conflict types (internal vs. external; Man v Man, Man v Self, Man v God, Man v Fate, Man v Nature). Understand implicit and explicit information.

    • Part 2: Analyze various passages and quotes in Antigone. Identify literary devices, lenses (Freud's tripartite psychology, Marxist, historical, feminist), conflict types, and make inferences (implicit and explicit). Knowledge of Aristotle's definition of tragedy and related terms (hamartia, peripeteia, hubris, anagnorisis) is required.

    • Part 3: Focus on identifying different types of poems, authors' backgrounds, poetic devices (tone, mood, theme, rhyme scheme, meter, imagery, etc.) in excerpts and quotes. Learn to write Device to Meaning and Theme Statement paragraphs. Understand the connection between author background and poem.

    • Poetry Exam Study Guide: This guide helps prepare for poetry portion.

      • Section 1: Define poetic terms like motif, theme, tone, mood, stanza, rhyme scheme, enjambment, diction, connotation, denotation, imagery, simile, metaphor, personification, apostrophe poem, symbolism, hyperbole, alliteration, assonance, and consonance. Provide examples for each term.

    • Sections 2 & 3: Find relevant information from the poetry slideshow on Google Classroom for information about English and Italian sonnets, Mrs. Behrend's definition of poetry, Petrarch and Shakespeare's importance, and practice writing a "Device to Meaning" paragraph, theme statement, author bio, and topic/theme of given poems.

    • Additional: Identify the words in the TPCASTT.

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    Prepare for the English 10 Semester 1 Final Exam, which covers a range of topics including elements of fiction, literary devices, and the play Antigone. This exam will test your understanding of various literary lenses and characterization types, along with poetry analysis. Use your resources wisely to ensure a successful review ahead of the exam dates.

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