SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT

Directions: Follow the directions to complete the assessment.

Part I:

Read the journal entry. Complete the chart to identify two examples of symbolism, two examples of imagery, and two examples of hyperbole. Then, explain the meaning (not applicable for imagery) and the author’s purpose of each. 

                                                                                                                    July 8, 2006

Dear Journal,        

Today was an eventful yet sad day in my life. It began at dawn, when a huge explosion rocked our house and sent me flying out of bed. The shock of being awakened in such an unusual manner, made my head reel! Once I gained composure, I ran to my mother’s room and began yelling for her to get up and investigate. She gave me her usual response,“ I have told you a million times, not to yell in the house. Calm down and tell me in a calm manner what you need.”

In a small, weak, trembling voice, I inquired if she had heard the thunderous boom. Her response of course was one of calm composure. She indicated she had indeed been shaken to the core but wasn’t going to over react until she knew exactly what had happened. In spite of my mother’s calmness, I was terrified and thought the world had definitely been blown to bits.

Mom and I headed outside to investigate. The old, weathered, gray shed was no longer there. Instead, gray boards lay like matchsticks tossed on the ground. We couldn’t figure out what could have possibly happened to the shed. It was then, I suddenly realized, I had stored my leftover fireworks in the shed. I remembered the farm workers often used the shed as shelter from the sun--- a cool place to visit and smoke cigarettes.

Upon further investigation, Mom and I learned that an unattended lit cigarette ignited some old newspapers, which in turn caused the fireworks to explode. The loss of the fire works was no big deal, but the loss of the shed is unimaginable! It had been a gathering place for the farm workers for over 50 years. Many laughs, jokes, and advice had been shared in that old shed. Life without the old shed will be very different. Even if a new shed were built in its place, nothing can replace the fond memories associated with the old shed.

I can honestly say, today was not only exciting but sad. I wonder what tomorrow will bring? Good night dear journal!

                                                   Ann

Part II:

Read Retrieved Reformation by O.Henry. Complete the chart to identify two examples of symbolism, two examples of imagery, and two examples of hyperbole. Then, explain the meaning (not applicable for imagery) and the author’s purpose of each. 

Part III:

Read the poem Discovery by Marion Dane Bauer (MAP Released Item/ Intermediate Level 2000.) Complete the chart to identify one example of symbolism, two examples of imagery, and one example of hyperbole. Then, explain the meaning (not applicable for imagery) and the author’s purpose of each.