English Test 10/290 Flashcards
What is a clause? Give an example.
A group of words containing a subject and a verb. Example: “She went to the store.”
What is an independent clause? Give an example.
An independent clause is
Define a dependent clause and provide an example.
Dependent Clause: A group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. Example: “Although it was raining.”
What is the difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence? Provide examples of each.
Compound Sentence: A sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but). Example: “I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.”
Complex Sentence: A sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: “Because it was raining, I stayed indoors.”
List and define the eight parts of speech. Provide an example for each.
Noun: A person, place, thing, or idea (e.g., “dog”).
Pronoun: A word that takes the place of a noun (e.g., “he”).
Verb: An action word or state of being (e.g., “run”).
Adjective: A word that describes a noun (e.g., “happy”).
Adverb: A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb (e.g., “quickly”).
Preposition: A word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and another word (e.g., “under”).
Conjunction: A word that connects clauses or sentences (e.g., “and”).
Interjection: A word or phrase that expresses strong emotion (e.g., “Wow!”).
Explain the difference between first-person and second-person point of view.
First-Person Point of View: The narrator is a character in the story, using “I” or “we.”
Second-Person Point of View: The narrator addresses the reader directly, using “you.”
What are the two kinds of third-person point of view? Provide an example for each.
Third-Person Limited: The narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of one character.
Third-Person Omniscient: The narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters.
How does an unreliable narrator affect a story?
An unreliable narrator can mislead readers, creating ambiguity and forcing them to question the truth, which adds depth to the narrative and themes.
When should you use italics for a title, and when should you use quotation marks? Give examples.
Italics are used for longer works (e.g., books, movies), while quotation marks are used for shorter works (e.g., articles, poems).
Examples: Italics – The Great Gatsby; Quotation Marks – “The Road Not Taken.”
Define mood and tone in literature. How do they differ? Provide an example of how mood and tone can affect a reader’s interpretation of a story.
Mood: The atmosphere or emotional setting created by a piece of writing; evokes feelings in the reader.
Tone: The author’s attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style. They differ in that the mood is experienced by the reader, while the tone is crafted by the author. Example: A dark tone can create a tense mood.
What is the main conflict in “The Tell-Tale Heart”? How does the setting contribute to the mood of the story?
The main conflict is the narrator’s struggle with guilt and madness stemming from committing murder. The setting, particularly the dark, oppressive house, contributes to the story’s tense and eerie mood.
Describe the narrator’s reliability in “The Tell-Tale Heart.” How does this impact the story’s themes?
The narrator is unreliable, exhibiting signs of paranoia and irrationality, which affects the theme of sanity versus madness, making readers question the nature of truth in the story.
Summarize the plot of “The Fruit at the Bottom of the Bowl.”
The plot revolves around a man who accidentally spills fruit and obsessively tries to clean up the evidence of his crime, ultimately succumbing to his guilt.
Discuss the theme of guilt in “The Fruit at the Bottom of the Bowl.” How does the point of view affect the reader’s understanding of this theme?
The theme of guilt is central, as the protagonist’s actions lead to a psychological breakdown. The third-person limited point of view allows readers to see his inner turmoil.
Compare the mood in “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Fruit at the Bottom of the Bowl.” How do the authors create tension in each story?
Both stories create a suspenseful mood; “The Tell-Tale Heart” uses a creeping sense of dread, while “The Fruit at the Bottom of the Bowl” builds tension through obsessive behavior.
