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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is the best definition for forlorn?
(a) Sad
(b) Cheerful
(c) Hopeless
(d) Hopeful

2. Which of the following would be a synonym for violent?
(a) Mild
(b) Disturbed
(c) Passive
(d) Restful

3. When words are combined and contradict each other it is called:
(a) Hyperbole
(b) Oxymoron
(c) Metaphor
(d) Allegory

4. Which of the following could be a synonym for fate?
(a) Choice
(b) Accident
(c) Will
(d) Destiny

5. Which type of imagery is prevalent throughout this short story?
(a) Terror
(b) Isolation
(c) Anger
(d) Happiness

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following word choices shows past tense?

2. Which word best describes Daru's feelings at turning the Arab over to the police?

3. Which of the following is not a proper noun?

4. Isolation is to crowded as indefinite is to:

5. Theme is to article as plot is to:

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