Midterm Study Guide
Freshmen English
Terms –
Know what these terms mean and be able to recognize an example from the readings.
Personification Metaphor Alliteration
(Human traits for objects)
(was, is) (repeating consonants)
Character Traits
Simile Point of View
(brave, good, smart) (like or as)
(first or
third person)
Internal Conflict
External Conflict Foreshadowing
(Inside Problem)
(Outside Problem) (hints or clues)
Theme Motif
Symbol
(Message)
(Repeating Idea) (Action/item
that means something more)
Internal Conflict
External Conflict
(Characters feelings are in turmoil)
(outside forces affect character)
Protagonist
Antagonist
Main Character
Major Character
Undergoes
dramatic change Causes main
character to change
Exposition Resolution
(Background Info)
(Ending of the story)
PART I – 55 Multiple
Choice Questions based on class readings and discussions
Novel/Play – Know characters, themes, plot, author.
Fahrenheit 451
Who is the protagonist of the story? List three character traits for this person.
Who are the antagonists? Is there more than one? List three character traits for this
person.
Name two important themes
to the story. _________________ __________________
Identify a motif that supports
your themes. ________________ __________________
What is the purpose of Mechanical
Hounds role in the story?
How would you best describe Granger?
Mildred Faber
Captain Beatty
Librarian (Lady who burns) Claisse
The Odyssey – Written by Homer
List three heroic character traits
of Odysseus
1.
What is the meaning of the journey Odysseus takes?
2.
What are the characteristics of an epic poem? (Define)
3. What is the danger associated
with the following:
a. Lotus Eaters
b. Sirens
c. Scylla
d. Cyclops
MLA Requirements: What does MLA
stand for?
Title of Novels and Movies are ____________ or
written in _______________
Define Plagerism; Proper Parentheical Notation.
How do you organize your research paper? Works-Cited purpose. First Page set up of the paper.