Ms. Nelson’s English II Skills Assessment Study Guide: EOC Practice 1

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Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of the study guide provided?

To summarize the plot of a novel studied in English II

To offer practice exercises for the English II EOC exam

To provide definitions for literary terms used in English II (correct)

To analyze the characterization in a particular text

Which of the following is NOT a literary term included in the study guide?

Theme

Metaphor

Symbolism (correct)

Simile

What is the purpose of providing 'Claim Starters' in the study guide?

To assist students in making claims or arguments (correct)

To help students summarize the main idea of a text

To teach students how to cite research sources

To provide examples of figurative language

Which of the following is NOT a category of terms included in the study guide?

Punctuation Rules Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of including 'Research Simulation' in the study guide?

To provide practice for conducting research Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'characterization' refer to in writing?

The way an author represents individual characters through descriptions of their personalities, actions, and interactions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of dialogue in a literary work?

To reveal character traits, relationships, and plot developments Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a literary genre?

Tragedy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of imagery in writing?

To evoke sense-impressions and vivid descriptions through words that appeal to the reader's sight, touch, taste, smell, and hearing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common writing term included in the glossary?

Metaphor Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of literary terms?

To provide a foundation for understanding writing techniques Signup and view all the answers

How does a simile differ from a metaphor?

A simile compares two unrelated things directly, while a metaphor does so indirectly. Signup and view all the answers

What effect does hyperbole have on language?

It creates emphasis through exaggeration. Signup and view all the answers

How do literary terms enhance the appreciation of written works?

By emphasizing certain aspects of the writing Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for writers to use literary terms?

To strengthen their compositions and influence audience thinking Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Writing Terms and Definitions

Characterization: representation of individual characters by the author/narrator through descriptions of physical appearance, personality, actions, interactions, and dialogue to understand their motives, backgrounds, and emotions.
Dialogue: spoken exchanges between characters in a dramatic or literary work, revealing character traits, relationships, and plot developments.
Genre: a type or category of literature based on style, subject matter, and tone, with examples including comedy, mystery, tragedy, satire, elegy, romance, and epic.
Imagery: use of vivid descriptions to evoke sense-impressions, including words that appeal to sight, touch, taste, smell, and hearing.
Literary Terms: techniques, styles, and formatting used by writers to emphasize, embellish, or strengthen compositions, and as tools of persuasion to influence audience thinking.

Figures of Speech

Metaphor: a direct comparison of two unlike things using "like," "as," or "than," emphasizing similarities between unrelated objects poetically without being taken literally.
Simile: an indirect comparison of two unlike things using words like "like," "as," or "than," highlighting connections between seemingly disparate concepts.
Hyperbole: exaggerated language, description, or speech that is not meant to be taken literally, but serves to emphasize a point.

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Description

Prepare for your English II EOC with this study guide focusing on various literary terms and writing techniques. Test your knowledge on themes, plot, characterization, mood, tone, conflict, figurative language, informational text, and more.