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English 10th Grade

2017-2018 Final Test Location & Seat #:
Review Packet
Date: Friday, June 8th
Time: 7:30-10:30

Part I: Reading Comprehension

You will be given (3) reading passages (excerpts from a novel and/or informational text, short story, and/or poetry) with
corresponding multiple-choice questions. There are a total twenty (20) multiple-choice questions in this section.

Strategies for Answering Multiple-Choice Questions:

 Read and annotate the text.
 Read the questions and consider terms or words that are unfamiliar.
 Analyze exactly what the questions are asking; underline key terms or words.
 Highlight or mark the part of the passage in which the answer might be found.
 Consider each answer choice. In choosing the correct answer, consider why it is a better choice than the others.
Use process of elimination.
 Do not be afraid to write on the test. For instance, cross out answer choices as you eliminate them.

Suggestion: Peruse the questions before you read the text and mark the sections of the text to which the questions
pertain.

Make sure you know the definitions for the following terminology. Use the blue Literary Elements Packet and the pink
Glossary of Literary and Rhetorical Devices as a reference guide.

Literary Elements
1. Types of Characters
a. Protagonist
b. Antagonist
c. Stereotype
d. Foil
2. Characterization & Character Development
a. Direct/Indirect Characterization
b. Flat vs. Round character
c. Static character vs. Dynamic character
3. Plot
a. Exposition
b. Inciting Incident
c. Rising action
d. Climax
e. Falling action
f. Resolution

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4. Conflict
a. Internal
i. Person vs. Self
b. External
i. Person vs. Person
ii. Person vs. Society
iii. Person vs. Nature
iv. Person vs. Supernatural
5. Setting
a. Integral setting
b. Backdrop setting
c. Mood
6. Theme
7. Point of view
a. 1st person
b. 2nd person
c. 3rd person
i. Limited omniscient
ii. Omniscient
8. Tone

Literary/Rhetorical Devices
1. Allegory
2. Alliteration
a. Assonance - Assonance takes place when two or more words close to one another repeat the same vowel sound
but start with different consonant sounds. Example: “Men sell the wedding bells.”
b. Consonance - Consonance is typically used to refer to the repetition of ending sounds that are consonants, but it
can refer to repetition of consonant sounds within the word as well. Often, consonance is used to create a rhyme or
cadence. ... Pitter Patter, Pitter Patter-repetition of the "t," and "r" sounds.
c. Explanation of Alliteration, Assonance and Consonance: http://www.writingrhymeandmeter.com/rhyme/208-
consonance-assonance-alliteration/
3. Allusion
4. Anaphora
5. Dialogue
6. Diction
a. Connotation
b. Denotation
7. Dramatic Irony
8. Figurative Language
a. Hyperbole
b. Idiom
c. Metaphor
d. Personification
e. Simile
9. Foreshadowing
10. Flashback
11. Imagery
12. Irony
a. Situational Irony
b. Verbal Irony
13. Juxtaposition

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 14. Oxymoron
15. Paradox (not mandatory to know)
16. Repetition
17. Suspense

Appeals
 Ethos (Character)
 Logos (Logic)
 Pathos (Emotion)

Rhetorical Modes – Describe the variety, conventions, and purposes of the major kinds of writing
 Narration  Exposition
 Description  Argumentation

Structure – The arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex;
the way that the parts of a work of literature or art are organized
 Compare and Contrast  Process
 Cause and Effect  Description
 Exemplification/Examples  Narrative

Part II: Argument

When we hear the word argument, most of us think of a verbal battle propelled by stubbornness and irrational thought, with one person
pitted against the other. Argumentation in writing, though, is a different matter. Using clear thinking and logic, the writer tries to
convince readers of the soundness of a particular belief on a controversial issue.

You will be asked to closely read each of the four texts provided and write an evidence-based argument on the topic given to you,
using evidence from at least three of the texts. You may use the margins to take notes and plan your response on a sheet provided. It
is suggested that you plan your response using the outline provided. See the suggested outline on pg. 4 of this packet.

In your response, you are to:

 Clearly establish your claim.
 Distinguish your claim from alternate or opposing claims.
 Use specific and relevant evidence from at least three of the texts to develop your argument. Do not simply summarize each
text.
 Identify the source that you reference by text number and line numbers or graphic (for example: Text 1, line 4 or Text
2, graphic).
 Organize your ideas in a cohesive and coherent manner.
 Maintain a formal style of writing.
 Follow the conventions of standard written English.

Helpful Hints to Review for Part II:

1. Underline all directives in the “Your Task.” They will provide you with information that will help you to formulate a claim
and ensure that you complete the task properly.
2. Read and annotate each of the four provided texts. For each text, determine the claim the author is making and how
the claim is supported.
3. Remember, you are writing about your position on the argument. You are using the texts to help shape your thinking
and support your ideas.
4. Remember to distinguish your claim from an alternate or opposing claim.
5. Remember Audience and Purpose. Suggestion: Choose the position you can best support.
6. You must provide a citation for all paraphrases and quotes you pull from the texts. Your essay must include quotes.
7. Review and keep in mind the general outline for argumentative writing.

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 Argument Essay Outline (Suggested)

INTRODUCTION

Hook/Lead (General Statement, Quote, Provocative Question, Figurative Language, etc.):

Background: Explain the Issue

Thesis: The Main Claim w/ 3 Supporting Arguments

Main Claim:
Argument/Reason #1: (Address in Body Paragraph 1)
Argument/Reason #2: (Address in Body Paragraph 2)
Argument/Reason #3: (Address in Body Paragraph 3)

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BODY

1st Body Paragraph – Argument/Reason #1:

Topic Sentence:

Supporting Evidence:

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2nd Body Paragraph – Argument/Reason #2:

Topic Sentence:

Supporting Evidence:

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3rd Body Paragraph – Argument/Reason #3:

Topic Sentence:

Supporting Evidence:

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4th Body Paragraph - Counter Argument - Alternate or Opposing Claim(s): This could be placed at the beginning of the body
or addressed point-by-point.

Topic Sentence:

Supporting Evidence:

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CONCLUSION

Briefly Refute the Counter Argument with Summary of 3 Main Reasons. If possible, frame the essay by referring back to the lead
and coming full circle.