Rebellion Unit Quiz 2

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1. The fire CRACKLED. The capitalized word is an example of...

Explanation

The capitalized word "CRACKLED" is an example of onomatopoeia because it imitates the sound that fire makes. Onomatopoeia refers to words that sound like the noises they represent, and in this case, "CRACKLED" mimics the crackling sound of fire.

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Rebellion Unit Quiz 2 - Quiz

This quiz assesses understanding of character motivations and themes in 'Into the Wild', focusing on McCandless's actions and literary devices.

2. The wind cries with icy streaks of winter torment.

Explanation

The given sentence personifies the wind by attributing human qualities to it. It suggests that the wind is crying, which is a human action, and describes it as having "icy streaks of winter torment". This personification helps create a vivid image and adds emotion to the description of the wind.

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3. If you were frustrated about this test and said, "In ten billion years, I could never find an exam more irritating that this one!" then you would be using which poetic device?

Explanation

The correct answer is hyperbole because the statement "In ten billion years, I could never find an exam more irritating than this one!" exaggerates the frustration experienced during the test by using an extreme and unrealistic time frame. Hyperbole is a poetic device that involves exaggeration for emphasis or dramatic effect.

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4. What poetic device is being used here:  He was as tall as a tree.

Explanation

The given sentence "He was as tall as a tree" compares the height of the person to that of a tree. This comparison is a clear example of a simile, which is a poetic device that uses "like" or "as" to draw a resemblance between two different things. In this case, the simile emphasizes the person's tallness by likening it to the height of a tree.

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5. What poetic device is being used in this line from "The Raven?" 
  • And the silken sad uncertain rustling of each purple curtain

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The correct answer is alliteration. Alliteration is a poetic device that involves the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words. In the given line from "The Raven," the repeated "s" sound in "silken sad uncertain" and "rustling of each" creates an alliterative effect.

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6. Poor Carl McCunn made several bad decisions. Which of the following was the one that doomed him?

Explanation

Poor Carl McCunn made several bad decisions, but the one that ultimately doomed him was not arranging for a return flight out. This decision left him stranded in the wilderness with no means of escape or rescue. Without a planned exit strategy, he was unable to leave the dangerous environment he found himself in, leading to his tragic demise.

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7. Where does Wayne Westerberg live?

Explanation

Wayne Westerberg lives in Carthage, South Dakota.

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8. John is an ox!

Explanation

The given statement "John is an ox!" is an example of a metaphor. A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things by stating that one thing is another thing. In this case, John is being compared to an ox, implying that he possesses the characteristics or qualities typically associated with an ox, such as strength or stubbornness.

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9. "Alex" is able to reconnect with Jan and Bob in Chapter five. Where are they living when he meets up with them?

Explanation

In Chapter five, "Alex" is able to reconnect with Jan and Bob who are living in The Slabs.

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10. When Wayne was shorthanded on the farm, he asked "Alex" to stay another week to help him out. However, "Alex" was too locked in to Alaska and said no. What did Wayne offer to do for "Alex" if he stayed?

Explanation

Wayne offered to buy "Alex" a plane ticket if he stayed another week to help him out on the farm.

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The fire CRACKLED. The capitalized word is an example of...
The wind cries with icy streaks of winter torment.
If you were frustrated about this test and said, "In ten...
What poetic device is being used here:  ...
What poetic device is being used in this line from "The...
Poor Carl McCunn made several bad decisions. Which of the following...
Where does Wayne Westerberg live?
John is an ox!
"Alex" is able to reconnect with Jan and Bob in Chapter...
When Wayne was shorthanded on the farm, he asked "Alex" to...
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