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1.The phrase "she dropped in for a visit" is known as a(n)
A.dialect.
B.allusion.
C.idiom.
D.paradox.



2.What does a reader do to analyze plot?



3.A category or type of literary work characterized by a particular form or style is called a __________.
A.diction
B.tone
C.theme
D.genre



4.Which of the following are NOT character archetypes?
A.evil villains
B.noble heroes
C.ordinary people
D.tricksters



5.Signal words such as first, following, before, and during can help a reader identify the sequence of events or ideas.
A.TRUE
B.FALSE



6.Click on the letter of the word or phrase that means about the same as the underlined word.
The zookeepers soothed the aggrieved animals after the storm.
A.disturbed
B.scornful
C.loathsome
D.mysterious



7.A message about life that often appears in literature across many cultures is called a(an) __________.
A.culture hero
B.multicultural image
C.theme archetype
D.cultural context



8.Explain the components an author's style.



9.A feeling of curiosity, uncertainty, or dread about what is going to happen next in a story is called __________.
A.conflict
B.flashback
C.foreshadowing
D.suspense



10.Click on the letter of the word or phrase that means about the same as the underlined word.
The shopkeeper decided to confront her employee about the missing money.
A.share secrets with
B.give aid to
C.come face-to-face with
D.to jump

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