English 10 Trimester 3 Exam Study Guide

Complete exam review covering grammar and punctuation rules, rhetoric, literary analysis, realism, and dystopian vocabulary.

What is the purpose of a hyphen (-)?

Used to join words together, such as in thirty-page reading or student-teacher conference.

Where should a comma be placed in a compound sentence?

Before a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) when joining two complete sentences.

How are commas used in a series?

To separate items in a list.

What is the rule for commas with introductory phrases?

Use a comma after introductory words or phrases.

When should commas be placed around information in a sentence?

Around nonessential information that is not necessary to the sentence.

Where is a comma placed when using a direct quote?

Before a quotation.

What does an en dash (–) show?

A range of numbers or dates, such as August–May or pages $45–62$.

What is the function of an em dash (—)?

Shows a break or interruption in thought.

What are the two uses for a colon (:)?

To introduce a list or to introduce an explanation.

What is the primary use of a semicolon (;)?

To connect closely related complete sentences.

When are semicolons used in a list?

In complex lists when list items already contain commas.

What is the definition of hyperbole?

Obvious exaggeration.

What is defined as the main subject or topic?

Theme

What is an inference?

A conclusion from evidence.

Define rhetoric.

Effective use of language.

In the study of rhetoric, what is logic?

Reasoning process.

What does connotative mean?

Secondary meaning.

What is diction?

Word choice.

What does it mean to paraphrase?

Restating in your own words.

What is a parenthetical citation?

A citation within a paper.

What is plagiarism?

Using others’ work as your own.

What is a primary source?

Firsthand information.

How is a secondary source defined?

Analysis or commentary.

What is tone?

Author’s attitude.

What is regionalism?

Focus on local culture or speech.

What is a works cited list?

An alphabetized source list.

What is realism?

Accurate depiction of everyday life.

Define colloquial language.

Informal speech.

What is a static character?

A character who does not change.

What is naturalism?

Belief in natural causes over supernatural causes.

What is an euphemism?

A mild word replacing harsh wording.

What is a genre?

Category or type of literature.

What are regional characteristics called?

Local color

What is irony?

The opposite of expectation.

What is a metaphor?

A comparison without using ‘like’ or ‘as.’

What is a motif?

A recurring idea or symbol.

What is a dystopia?

An oppressive futuristic society.

What is a utopia?

A perfect society.

What is propaganda?

Biased information used to persuade.

What is social unrest?

Public anger or protests.

What does it mean to be oppressive?

Unfairly controlling.

What is anarchy?

The absence of government.

What is dissent?

Disagreement.

What is conformity?

Fitting societal expectations.

What is censorship?

Restricting ideas or information.

What is nihilism?

Belief that truth or morality do not exist.

What does dissimulate mean?

To hide true feelings or intentions.

Define desensitization.

Becoming emotionally numb.

What does it mean to dehumanize?

Treat people cruelly or inhumanely.

Define inequality.

Unfair differences in opportunity.

What is an apocalypse?

Massive destruction or end of civilization.

What is corporate control?

A type of societal control where corporations control society.

What is bureaucratic control?

A type of societal control involving excessive government regulation.

What is technological control?

A type of societal control where technology controls society.

What is philosophical/religious control?

A type of societal control where ideology or religion controls society.

Define ethos.

Appeal to credibility or character.

Define pathos.

Appeal to emotion.

Define logos.

Appeal to logic or reason.

What is the difference between a biography and an autobiography?

A biography is written by someone else, while an autobiography is written by the person.

What is a memoir?

A personal historical account.