English Language Arts & Reading Comprehension Flashcards

A student reads this line: 'Life is a roller coaster.' What type of figurative language is this?

Answer: Metaphor

A metaphor directly states one thing IS another, making a comparison without using 'like' or 'as.'

In an informational passage, headings and subheadings help readers to:

Answer: Identify main topics and navigate the text

Headings and subheadings organize text by signaling main topics, making it easier for readers to locate and preview information.

Which best describes the purpose of a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?

Answer: To acknowledge and then refute an opposing perspective

A counterclaim addresses the opposing view and then refutes it, which strengthens the author's overall argument.

A passage describes events in the order they happened, from first to last. Which text structure does this represent?

Answer: Chronological order

Chronological order presents events sequentially from earliest to most recent.

Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

Answer: She studied hard; she passed the test.

A semicolon correctly joins two independent clauses: 'She studied hard' and 'she passed the test' can each stand alone.

A reader notices a story's mood is tense and uneasy. Which element most likely creates this mood?

Answer: Short, choppy sentences and ominous word choices

Short sentences and dark, ominous word choices create a tense, uneasy mood by building urgency and dread.

When writing a research report, which source is most reliable for facts about a historical event?

Answer: A peer-reviewed encyclopedia or history textbook

Peer-reviewed encyclopedias and textbooks are written and verified by experts, making them the most reliable sources for historical facts.