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High School Freshman

English 1 Regular
Literary Devices Review and Shakespeare
National Standards:
2. Students read a wide range of literature from many periods in many genres to build an
understanding of the many dimensions (e.g., philosophical, ethical, aesthetic) of human
experience.
6. Students apply knowledge of language structure, language conventions (e.g., spelling and
punctuation), media techniques, figurative language, and genre to create, critique, and discuss
print and non-print texts.
State Standards:

CLE 3001.5.2 Analyze text for fact and opinion, cause/effect, inferences, evidence, and
conclusions.
CLE 3001.8.1 Demonstrate knowledge of significant works of world literature.

CLE 3001.8.2 Understand the characteristics of various literary genres (e.g., poetry, novel,
biography, short story, essay, drama).
CLE 3001.8.4 Analyze works of literature for what is suggested about the historical period in
which they were written.

CLE 3001.8.5 Know and use appropriate literary terms to derive meaning from various
literary genres.
Resources: English 1 EOC prep test, Romeo and Juliet by Shakespeare, Shakespearian Sonnets.
How the class was taught: Using a combination of lecture, discussion, response questions,
dramatic readings, video clips and powerpoint, we spent two weeks on Shakespeare and literary
devices. One day included an overview of Shakespeares life. We spent one day learning about
the different genres of Shakespeares plays. We read the majority of Romeo and Juliet and
discussed how Shakespeare is still relevant to our lives. We watched clips from the movie as
well as relevant clips from Reduced Shakespeare Company's The Complete Works of
Shakespeare (Abridged). We also spent several days on Shakespeares poetry, focusing on the
sonnets. We discussed the dark woman in detail. We also reviewed literary devices. Most
students did quite well on that section of formative assessment so there are only a few questions
pertaining to that on the test.

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Grading Scale:





Disability: The disabled student with autism is given extra time to complete the test. If needed,
the questions may be read aloud to her. If the questions are to be read aloud, she may take her
test in an empty classroom or at another time.
ELL: The ELL Spanish student is given the extra time. He may be given explanations of words
he does not recognize. He may also use both a Spanish/English Dictionary as an aid.















True/False (10) 2 points
Multiple Choice (10) 2 points
Matching (10) 2 points
Fill-In-The-Blank (5) 2 points
Short Answer (5) 2 points
Essay(2) 10 points
Total 100
93-100 A
85-92 B
75-84 C
70-74 D
69 and
below
F
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Name: ____________________ Class Period: _____________________ Date: __________

Shakespeare and Literary Devices
42 Questions with 100 points possible
Section 1: True or False
Directions: Read the sentences. Determine if the statement is true or false. If the statement
is true, circle the T. If the statement is false, circle F. (2 pts. Each. 20 pts. Total) This section
is worth 20 points.
T or F 1. Shakespeares first name is William. (2 pts.)
T or F 2. Shakespeare signed and dated all his works. (2 pts.)
T or F 3. Romeo and Juliet are from two feuding families. (2 pts.)
T or F 4. Shakespeare died after the first folio was published. (2 pts.)
T or F 5. Shakespeare was born in Stratford-Upon-Avon in Scotland. (2 pts.)
T or F 6. Onomatopoeia is a literary device in which the word sounds like the noun it describes.
(2 pts.)
T or F 7. Shakespeare wrote, directed and acted in his own plays. (2 pts.)
T or F 8. Shakespeare made up many words and phrases. (2 pts.)
T or F 9. Shakespeares son followed in his fathers profession. (2 pts.)
T or F 10. There is one surviving photograph of Shakespeare. (2 pts.)

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Section 2: Multiple Choice (20 pts. Total)
Directions: On the Multiple Choice section, read the question and all the answers carefully
before answering. Write the correct letter in the blank. This section is worth 20 points.

_______________ 11. Which form of English did Shakespeare speak? (2 pts.)
A. Early Modern English
B. Late Old English
C. Middle English
D. Norman English

_______________ 12. Read this sentence:
Prince Escalus enjoys ruling.
In this sentence, the word ruling is classified as what? (2 pts.)
A. Noun
B. Verb
C. Sentence
D. Gerund

_______________ 13. What is the Shakespearian sonnet also called? (2 pts.)
A. Italian
B. French
C. American
D. English

_______________ 14. Read the following sentence:
But soft! What light form yonder window breaks.
Which character speaks this line? (2 pts.)
A. Romeo
B. The Nurse
C. Montague
D. The Friar



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_______________ 15. To whom does Romeo go when he hears of Juliet's supposed death?
(2 pts.)
A. Abraham
B. Friar John
C. Apothecary
D. Friar Laurence

_______________ 16. In the famous "balcony" scene, when Juliet says "Romeo, Romeo!
Wherefore art thou Romeo?" (Act II, Sc. 2, line 33), what is she
asking? (2 pts.)
A. Where is Romeo?
B. Where is the night?
C. Why dont you like art?
D. Why are you Romeo, a Montague?

_______________ 17. At the end of the play, Romeo and J uliet, what is the final outcome?
(2 pts.)
A. Romeo and Juliet were not actually dead.
B. The two feuding families make up.
C. The Friar goes insane.
D. Rosaline wishes she had married Romeo.

_______________ 18. Read this sentence.
To truths translated, and for true things deem'd.

What literary device is used in this line? (2 pts.)

A. Metaphor
B. Internal Rhyme
C. Simile
D. Alliteration










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_______________ 19. Read this passage.
This thou perceiv'st, which makes thy love more strong,
To love that well, which thou must leave ere long.

Sonnets end with what poetic rhyme scheme? (2 pts.)

A. Quatrain
B. Rhymed Couplet
C. Free Verse
D. Prose

_______________20. Read the sentence.
Shakespeare is like the modern day J.K Rowlings.
Which literary device is used in this sentence? (2 pts.)
A. Simile
B. Onomonopia
C. Hyperbole
D. Symbol













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Section 3: Matching
Match the following characters to their family. (2 pts. Each. 20 pts. Total) Put a C in the
blank if the character is a Capulet. Put a C in the blank if the character is a Montague. Put
a N in the blank if the character belongs to neither household. Each answer will be used
more than once. This section is worth 20 points.
Characters Houses
_______ 21. Romeo (2 pts) C. Capulet
_______ 22. Count Paris (2 pts) M. Montague
_______ 23. Friar John (2 pts) N. Neither
_______ 24. Prince Escalus (2 pts)
_______ 25. Juliet (2 pts)
_______ 26. Tybalt (2 pts)
_______ 27. Nurse (2 pts)
_______ 28. The Chorus (2 pts)
_______ 29. Benvolio (2 pts)
_______ 30. The Apothecary (2 pts)
Section 4: Short Answer (10 pts. Total)
In a word or short phrase, answer the question or prompt. This section is worth 10 points.
31. In what year was Shakespeare born? (2 pts.)


32. What are stage directions? (2 pts.)

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33. In act one of Romeo and J uliet, who was the love interest who broke Romeos heart? (2
pts.)

34. List two themes found in Romeo and J uliet. (2 pts.)

35. Read the sentence.
Romeo was poisoned by himself.
Is this an example of passive or active sentence construction? (2 pts.)


Section 5: Fill-In-the-Blank (10 pts. Total)
Directions: Write the answer in the blank. Be sure to read the entire question sentence
before answering. This section is worth 10 points.
36. Shakespearian sonnets have _____________________ lines. (2 pts.)

37. A _____________________ is An utterance or discourse by a person who is talking
to himself or herself or is disregardful of or oblivious to any hearers present. (2
pts.) An utterance or discourse by a person who is talking to himself or herself or is
disregardful of or oblivious to any hearers present is called a
___________________________. (2 pts.)

38. The play, Romeo and J uliet is set in the city of___________________________.
(2 pts.)

39. The Globe Theatre, located in the city of _____________________, was the stage
which Shakespeare performed many of his plays. (2 pts.)


40. In each play, the _____________________, or the main character, lines are written
in iambic pentameter, showing that they are the most educated. (2 pts.)



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Section 6: Essay Questions (20 pts. Total)
Directions: Using correct grammar, punctuation and spelling, answer each question in
your own words. Use free notebook paper to write your answers. Each answer should be at
least a paragraph long. This section is worth 20 points.

41. Tell me all you know about the dark lady found in Shakespeares sonnets. Explain 3
reasons why you believe Shakespeare would write about her. Support each of your claims
with logic, reasoning, his works and your own knowledge of the time. (10 pts.)


42. Is Romeo and J uliet a comedy, tragedy or history? Explain your answer using at least 3
characteristics of the genre to support your claim. (10 pts.)














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Answer Key to Shakespeare Test
Section 1: True or False (2 pts. Each)
1. T
2. F
3. T
4. F
5. F
6. T
7. T
8. T
9. F
10. F
Section 2: Multiple Choice (2 pts. Each)
11. A
12. D
13. D
14. A
15. C
16. A
17. B
18. D
19. B
20. A
Section 3: Matching (2 pts. Each)
21. M
22. N
23. N
24. N
25. C
26. C
27. C
28. N
29. M
30. N
Section 4: Short Answer (2 pts. Each)
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31. 1564
32. Instructions given to the actors of a play (either by the director or included in the text)
33. Rosaline
34. Two of the following: Love, Love vs. Hate, Breaking Tradition, Individual vs. Society,
Fate, Life and Death, Opposites, Family Ties, The Passage of Time
35. Passive
Section 5: Fill in the Blank (2 pts. Each)
36. 14
37. Soliloquy
38. Verona and/or Mantua, Italy
39. London
40. Hero, Heroine or Protagonist

Section 6: Essay Section (10 pts. Each)

41. Student must use correct grammar, punctuation and sentence structure. It must be in correct
paragraph form. This question must contain a logical claim supported by at least one sound
reason. It must contain 2 or more facts about her.
42. Correct answer: tragedy. Student must use correct grammar, punctuation and sentence
structure. It must be in correct paragraph form. Student must indicate at least 3 of the following
characteristics:
1. Fatal Flaw
2. The Fall of Nobleman (the higher they are, the harder they fall)
3. External Pressure Fate, evil spirits, manipulative characters, etc.
4. Death of multiple characters not just death, but murder.
5. The Feeling that the human race is doomed.