AnswersCommon Core ELA 10 A - AberdeenAnalyzing Idea Development in an Essay

Writing a Narrative Essay about Being Judged Answers

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How does this paragraph help develop the narrative? Select three options.

A
It details the method that Luciana uses to solve her problem.
B
It introduces the characters of Luciana and her mother.
C
It provides a reflection on the resolution of Luciana's conflict.
D
It describes the setting where Luciana lives with her mother.
E
It sets up Luciana's situation and the conflict she encounters.
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Read the excerpt from Rachel's narrative.(1) I sat anxiously yet still in my chair, waiting for the large door to swing open and the dentist’s assistant to shout, "Rachel, Rachel, you’re next!” (2) I was a bundle of nerves and could even hear the rhythmic ticking of the shiny clock above the receptionist’s window. (3) I wondered what the new dentist would be like and hoped he would be as nice as Dr. Jackson. (4) Finally, the door swung open and an unfamiliar man rushed into the waiting room with a brown clipboard, yelling, "Rachel? Rachel, you’re next!” (5) Here we go, I thought as I was herded into the small, yellow-walled examination room and into the large, cushioned reclining chair. (6) Finally, after a few minutes, Dr. Perez casually strolled in and I was pleasantly surprised to be instantly relaxed and comforted by her presence.(7) After a long check-up, Dr. Perez dismissed my unwarranted fears that I might have several deep, cavernous cavities. (8) The walk home was a slow, relaxing, and pleasant conclusion to a long, stressful day.

A
She was young yet carried herself with great confidence, and her clear eyes locked onto mine and oozed kindness.
B
Dr. Perez was the youngest-looking dentist I had ever seen. She looked to be only a few years older than me.
C
I knew that I would like Dr. Perez and would never again be so anxious before a dentist appointment.
D
Dr. Perez moved quickly around the room, quietly gathering her dental tools.
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Which punctuation serves to set dialogue apart from the rest of the text in a narrative?

A
exclamation marks
B
quotation marks
C
parentheses
D
brackets
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In a narrative essay, a transitional word or phrase helps to

A
develop characters.
B
describe the setting.
C
connect ideas.
D
clarify the conflict.
5

Vivid imagery is often used to help the reader

A
identify the plot structure.
B
connect the ideas.
C
form a mental picture.
D
recognize the dialogue.
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Which sentences use description to develop the narrator's personality? Select three options.

A
"I live on Greene Street," I answered, handing my registration to the secretary.
B
"I remember that song, and it always makes me feel a little sad to hear it," I admitted to Rosie.
C
I knelt down next to the woman's dog and said, "He's a beautiful dog. What's his name?"
D
"You just say that because you're jealous," I said to Marty as I put my license back in my wallet.
E
"Here's your change, ma'am," I answered, putting the money into her hand, bill by bill.
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Which sentence most likely comes from a narrative essay?

A
The best way to ensure that the eggs don't scorch is to keep an eye on them and stir continuously.
B
Nervous about landing on the new planet, Captain Hassan pored over possible scenarios for hours.
C
I looked up at the audience and tried to swallow my fear, wiping my sweaty hands on my skirt.
D
Botanists have discovered that alpine plant life is far more varied than was previously thought.
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How does the dialogue develop the characters in this paragraph? Select two options.

A
The dialogue shows that Aunt Mary is afraid of fire.
B
The dialogue shows that Aunt Mary cannot light a match.
C
The dialogue shows that Kaydee is angry at Aunt Mary.
D
The dialogue shows that Kaydee is a calm person.
E
The dialogue shows that Kaydee and Aunt Mary are in the kitchen.
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What is the purpose of dialogue in a narrative essay?

A
to provide a logical structure for the essay
B
to develop characters by displaying their interactions
C
to connect one paragraph to the next in a logical way
D
to tell the reader who the narrator is
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Which technique gives the reader information from the past to help explain a character's actions and reactions in a narrative?

A
transitions
B
flashbacks
C
parentheses
D
descriptions

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