English 1102 - English Composition II » Spring 2022 » Fiction Quiz 4

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Question #1
A symbol in a work of literature compares two things that are in some way dissimilar.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #2
Symbols that have been in use by many people for a long time are called
A.   conventional symbols
B.   literary symbols
C.   archetypes
D.   traditional symbols
Question #3
Symbols that have become so pervasive and have recurred in many cultures are called
A.   literary symbols
B.   conventional symbols
C.   archetypes
D.   traditional symbols
Question #4
An allegory is only slightly symbolic.
A.   True
B.   False
Question #5
Allegories maintain at least two different levels of meaning throughout the text.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #6
Match the term with its definition. Metaphor
A.   Comparing two things without using "like" or "as."
B.   A meaning or outcome that is the opposite of what is expected.
C.   Comparing two things using "like" or "as".
Question #7
Match the term with its definition. Simile
A.   Comparing two things without using "like" or "as."
B.   When a part of something stands for the whole.
C.   Comparing two things using "like" or "as".
Question #8
Match the term with its definition. Allusion
A.   A meaning or outcome that is the opposite of what is expected.
B.   Attributing human characteristics to something non-human.
C.   A brief reference to another person, place thing, event, or text outside of the text.
Question #9
Match the term with its definition. Irony
A.   A brief reference to another person, place thing, event, or text outside of the text.
B.   A meaning or outcome that is the opposite of what is expected.
C.   When a part of something stands for the whole.
Question #10
Match the term with its definition. Synecdoche
A.   A person, place, object, or image that represents more than its literal meaning.
B.   An extended associatio, sustained in every element, and throughout the entire work, between two levels of meaning - literal and symbolic.
C.   When a part of something stands for the whole.
Question #11
Match the term with its definition. Personification
A.   When a part of something stands for the whole.
B.   Attributing human characteristics to something non-human.
C.   An extended associatio, sustained in every element, and throughout the entire work, between two levels of meaning - literal and symbolic.
Question #12
Match the term with its definition. Symbol
A.   A person, place, object, or image that represents more than its literal meaning.
B.   A meaning or outcome that is the opposite of what is expected.
C.   A brief reference to another person, place thing, event, or text outside of the text.
Question #13
Match the term with its definition. Allegory
A.   A brief reference to another person, place thing, event, or text outside of the text.
B.   An extended associatio, sustained in every element, and throughout the entire work, between two levels of meaning - literal and symbolic.
C.   A meaning or outcome that is the opposite of what is expected.
Question #14
What is the first thing that Aylmer says to his wife in the story?
A.   He asks if she understands Natural Philosophy.
B.   He ask about removing her birthmark.
C.   He comments on her beauty and intelligence.
D.   He tells her that he loves her.
Question #15
With what other obsession does Aylmer’s love for Georgiana compete?
A.   his love of scientific achievement
B.   finding the perfect woman
C.   eradicating the influence of fairies
D.   keeping Georgiana away from the eyes of other men
Question #16
What kind of alterations does Aylmer make to his laboratory in preparation for Georgiana’s seclusion?
A.   He redecorates the laboratory as a feminine space.
B.   He furnishes her with a library for reading.
C.   He hires a manservant named Aminadab to cater to her needs.
D.   He removes all poisons and dangerous materials.
Question #17
What does Georgiana begin to expect during her seclusion in the laboratory rooms?
A.   that Aylmer is experimenting on her
B.   that Aylmer is cheating on her
C.   that Aminadab and Aylmer are actually the same person
D.   that the birthmark is disappearing
Question #18
How does Kiowa explain seeing Ted Lavender get killed?
A.   Lavendar was too slow.
B.   It was grotesque and bloody.
C.   It was like watching a guy die in the movies.
D.   It was like watching a rock fall.
Question #19
What happens to Lee Strunk when he goes down into a tunnel before the platoon destroys it?
A.   Nothing happens.
B.   He is trapped and dies.
C.   He finds a woman in the tunnel.
D.   He is trapped but then rescued.
Question #20
What does Jimmy Cross do the morning after Lavender’s death?
A.   He reads Martha’s letters over and over.
B.   He escapes Vietnam on a jet plane.
C.   He burns Martha’s letters and photos.
D.   He writes to Martha, professing his love.

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