Q1. In a news article, what is the main purpose of the headline?
A To list the author's sources B To ask a question to the reader C To summarize the article D To provide a personal opinion
Q2. In the sentence 'The crowd erupted in cheers,' what does 'erupted' suggest?
A A slow and quiet process B A planned celebration C A confusing situation D A sudden and loud event
Q3. What is the 'setting' of a short story?
A The time and place where the story happens B The main problem of the story C The sequence of events D The lesson learned by the character
Q4. A press article about a new park opening is most likely to answer:
A What is the author's favorite memory? B Who, What, When, Where, Why? C Which fictional character would enjoy it? D How does it compare to parks on other planets?
Q5. In a story, if a character 'breathed a sigh of relief,' what can you infer?
A They are very tired and want to sleep. B They are about to start a difficult task. C They were worried but now feel better. D They are angry and frustrated.
Q6. What is the main différence between a news article and a short story?
A A news article is always longer. B A short story never has characters. C A news article always rhymes. D A news article reports facts, a short story is fiction.
Q7. What does the 'byline' of a news article tell you?
A The name of the journalist who wrote it B The date the event happened C The newspaper's address D The main topic of the article
Q8. In a short story, the 'climax' is best described as:
A The introduction of characters B The most exciting or turning point C The final sentence D A description of the weather
Q9. If a news article has a subtitle, what is its usual rôle?
A To list all the people interviewed B To tell a joke C To give more detail about the headline D To repeat the first paragraph
Q10. What is the 'resolution' in a short story?
A The first time the characters meet B A quote from a famous person C A list of the story's chapters D The part where the main problem is solved
