Honors English 2 Semester 1 Semester Tests Flashcards
What is the full title of Mary Shelley’s Novel “Frankenstein”?
Frankenstein: The Modern Prometheus
What inspired her to write this story?
A terrifying dream
Where was she when she wrote this story?
Switzerland
Where does Victor first encounter the creature he creates?
The Arctic wilderness
What is the name of Victor’s closest friend, who narrates part of the story?
Henry Clerval
What motivates him to create the monster?
Scientific curiosity and ambition.
How tall is the monster?
8 feet
Who is Victor’s father?
Alphones Frankenstein
What happens to Victor’s younger brother, William?
He is killed by the creature.
How does the creature learn to read and speak?
He discovers books and observes humans.
What is the creature’s reaction when he sees his reflection for the first time?
He is terrified and runs away.
Which character in the novel is wrongly accused and executed for a murder committed by the creature?
Justine Moritz
What is the name of the family the creature observes and befriends?
The De Laceys
How does the novel end?
The creature destroys Victor’s entire family.
Who is responsible for the death of Elizabeth in the novel?
The creature
What is the main theme of Frankenstein?
The dangers of playing God.
What is the name of the ship captain to whom Victor tells his story?
Captain Walton
What is the creature’s reaction to his creator’s refusal to make him a companion?
He pleads with Victor to reconsider and eventually convinces him.
How does Victor die in the novel?
He dies of natural causes.
What is the significance of the subtitle “The Modern Prometheus”?
It symbolizes the dangers of scientific progress without moral responsibility.
What is Victor’s reaction upon bringing the creature to life?
He is horrified and repulsed.
How does the creature express his anger towards Victor.
By killing Victor’s loved ones.
What literary movement is “Frankenstein” often associated with?
Romanticism
What is the overall tone of the novel “Frankenstein”?
Dark and Gothic
In LOTF, who is the author of the book?
William Golding
What is the main setting of LOTF?
A deserted island
Who is the elected leader of the boys in LOTF
Ralph
Which character represents civilization and order in LOTF?
Piggy
What is the name of the beast that the boys fear in LOTF?
The Beastie
Who is the first character to die in LOTF?
Simon
What do the boys use to start a fire in LOTF?
Piggy’s glasses
Which character becomes the leader of the savage tribe?
Jack
What is the name of the conch shell?
The Conch Shell
Who is the first character to discover the “beast”?
Simon
What is the name of the pig’s head on a stick?
TLOTF
What weapon does Jack use to hunt?
Knife
Who suggests the idea of building a signal fire?
Ralph
What does the “beast” symbolize?
Fear
What happens to the conch shell?
It gets destroyed by Jack’s tribe.
How do the boys communicate.
By using a conch shell.
Who is the only character who consistently stands up to Jack?
Ralph
What happens to the boys at the end?
They are rescued by a passing ship.
What is the final fate of Piggy?
He is killed by a boulder.
What is the central theme in LOTF?
The loss of innocence.
Which term refers to a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one?
Allegory
What literary term is defined as the repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words?
Alliteration
What literary term refers to a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance?
Allusion
What literary term describes a word or phrase formed by rearranging the letters of another word or phrase?
Anagram
What literary term involves drawing a comparison in order to show a similarity in some respect between things that are otherwise dissimilar?
Analogy
What literary term refers to a character or a group of characters who oppose the protagonist or main character?
Antagonist
Which literary term describes a protagonist who lacks the typical qualities of a hero, often displaying flawed or contradictory characteristics?
Anti-hero
What literary term involves attributing human characteristics or behaviors to non-human entities or objects?
Anthropomorphism
A figure of speech that directly compares two unlike things using
“like” or “as”
Simile
What literary device is used in the following sentence: “The wind whispered through the trees.”
Personification
What is the purpose of foreshadowing in a story?
To create suspense and build anticipation.
Which literary term refers to the use of words that imitate the sounds they describe, such as “buzz” or “hiss”.
Onomatopoeia
What is the definition of theme in literature?
The message or central idea of a literary work.
Which literary device is used in the following sentence: “Her smile was as bright as the sun”?
Simile
What is the definition of irony?
A literary technique that involves surprising, interesting, or amusing contradiction
Which literary term refers to the use of words or phrases that appeal to the senses and create vivid imagery?
Figurative language
What is the purpose of symbolism in literature?
To convey a message or represent something beyond the literal.
What is the definition of alliteration?
The repetition of constant sounds at the beginning of neighboring words.
Which literary term refers to a character who undergoes a significant internal change throughout the story?
Dynamic character
What is the purpose of imagery in literature?
To provide a detailed description of a character or setting.
Which literary device is used in the following sentence: “The sea stretched out endlessly before them”?
Hyperbole
What is the definition of a metaphor?
A figure of speech that implies a comparison without using “like” or “as”
What is the first step of the writing process?
Brainstorming
When brainstorming for writing ideas, what technique involves quickly jotting down all ideas that come to mind?
freewriting
What is the purpose of an outline in the writing process?
To organize ideas and create structure.
What is an example of a post-writing activity?
Reading the writing aloud for clarity.
What is the final stage of the writing process?
Publishing
What should you consider when selecting credible sources for research?
The bias of the author.
What is the purpose of a conclusion in a piece of writing?
To summarize the main arguments.
What is the purpose of incorporating evidence in informative writing?
To support the thesis statement.
Which of the following is NOT part of the prewriting stage?
A) Outlining ideas
B) Researching the topic
C) Constructing a thesis statement
D) Polishing sentences
D) Polishing sentences
Which of the following is part of the publishing stage?
A) Revising the introduction and conclusion.
B) Sharing the writing with an audience
C) Editing for grammar and spelling mistakes
D) Brainstorming ideas for future projects.
B) Sharing the writing with an audience
What is the purpose of peer review?
To provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
What is the main goal of the writing process?
To communicate effectively with the audience.
What stage of the writing process comes after drafting?
Revising
What is the purpose of the drafting stage?
To refine ideas and arguments.
What is an example of a revising activity?
Rewriting a paragraph to improve clarity
In the editing stage, what should you focus on?
Ensuring the proper use of punctuation and grammar.
What does it mean to proofread your writing?
Checking for errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
What should be considered during the revising stage?
Word choice and clarity of ideas.
What does it mean to revise your writing?
Making changes to improve clarity and coherence.
What is the purpose of the introduction in a piece of writing?
To provide background information.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a revision strategy?
A) Adding transitions between paragraphs.
B) Clarifying the thesis statement.
C) Checking for spelling errors.
D) Rearranging sentences for a better flow.
C) Checking for spelling errors.
What is a key characteristic of informative writing?
Objective presentation
What should an informative essay include?
A defensible thesis.
What is the purpose of incorporating evidence in informative writing?
To support the thesis statement.
