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ENGLISH 102 MIDTERM

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In a discussion of Kincaid's "Girl," the editors note the repeated phrase "this is how" and that the girl in the story interrupts the main speaker twice. This is an example of exploring which type of issue?
Issue of pattern
When referring to the work's historical context, the editors list a variety of factors that could be examined. Which of the following is not on that list?
Historical events that happened before the time period in which the text was written.
In a discussion of Kincaid's "Girl," the editors suggest that the first word "Wash" reflects the speaker's desire to spiritually purify the girl. This is an example of exploring which type of issue?
Issue of symbolism
Which of the following best expresses a claim that the editors make about first-person pronouns (I, me, my, we, us, our)?
When used strategically, first-person pronouns can be effective and persuasive in an argument, but you should ask your professor before using them in a college essay.
Which of the following is not a reason the editors give for studying literature in a college course?
College students should all be exposed to literary classics--the best fiction that has been written.
Omniscient Narrator
An all-knowing, seemingly objective voice.
Free Indirect Style
When an otherwise objective narrator conveys a particular character's viewpoint by resorting to the character's own language.
Protagonist
A character who is the focus of a narrative.
Antagonist
A character who is in a notable conflict with the main character of a narrative.
Imagery
A description that appeals to the senses of the reader.
Theme
A main claim that the author seems to be making with the text
Persona
When the main speaker/narrator of the text is an artistic convention and not meant to be seen as the author.
Climax
The peak moment of drama near the end of a narrative
Which of the following is not presented by the authors as a major element of the rhetorical situation?
your location
Inquiry
A process in which you test your beliefs, consider other views, and stay open to changing your mind.
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