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IB Grade 10 English

IB Grade 10 English

Comprehensive mock test covering literary analysis, textual interpretation, and language skills. Features comparative literature studies, creative writing tasks, and critical thinking exercises following IB assessment criteria.

2025-07-21
Pavan Pavan
IB Class 10 English Grade 10

Duration

30 min

Questions

20

Marking

Negative

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What is the primary purpose of a persuasive text?

A
To entertain and amuse the audience
B
To present neutral information
C
To persuade the audience to change their viewpoint
D
To inform the audience without attempting to influence them

Which of the following is a characteristic of ethos in persuasion?

A
Appeal to emotions
B
Appeal to reason
C
Appeal to credibility and trustworthiness
D
Appeal to physical evidence

What does a 'call to action' typically aim to do?

A
Incite a specific response or behavior from the audience
B
Describe a situation or provide information
C
Appeal to emotions
D
Explain a concept

Which type of text is most likely to use a lot of emotional language?

A
Editorials
B
Scientific papers
C
Advertising
D
Textbooks

What is the main difference between a speech and an editorial?

A
Speeches are always written, while editorials are spoken.
B
Speeches are for immediate impact, while editorials are often more reflective.
C
Editorials focus on the emotional appeal, while speeches use logical evidence.
D
Speeches always have a call to action, while editorials do not.

What is a 'slogan' in advertising?

A
A long and detailed description of a product
B
A memorable and concise phrase that captures the essence of the product
C
A personal testimonial about the product
D
A technical specification of the product

Which rhetorical appeal is used when an argument is supported by statistical data?

A
Pathos
B
Logos
C
Ethos
D
Mythos

What is the purpose of a rhetorical question?

A
To directly ask the audience for information
B
To provoke thought and emphasize a point
C
To gather data from the audience
D
To create confusion among the audience

Which rhetorical device involves the deliberate exaggeration of a statement for effect?

A
Hyperbole
B
Metaphor
C
Simile
D
Allusion

Which of the following is the central idea that a persuasive text aims to convey?

A
The theme
B
The thesis
C
The claim
D
The evidence

What is the effect of using vivid imagery in a persuasive text?

A
It appeals to the audience's sense of logic.
B
It creates an emotional connection with the audience.
C
It presents factual information.
D
It makes the argument more reasonable.

What is an example of using 'ethos' in a persuasive text?

A
Using emotional appeals to make the audience feel empathy
B
Citing an expert or authority in the field
C
Using facts and figures to support your argument
D
Asking a question that makes the audience think

Which rhetorical device is used to emphasize a contrast between two ideas?

A
Antithesis
B
Anaphora
C
Allusion
D
Juxtaposition

What is the effect of 'juxtaposition' in persuasive writing?

A
It highlights differences by comparing two contrasting ideas.
B
It presents information in a logical sequence.
C
It creates humor by using exaggeration.
D
It appeals to the emotions of the audience.

What is the main purpose of using 'pathos' in a persuasive text?

A
To appeal to the audience's logic and reasoning
B
To appeal to the audience's emotions
C
To establish the speaker's credibility
D
To present facts and evidence

What is a key feature of a 'testimonial' in persuasive writing?

A
It involves using humor to appeal to the audience.
B
It uses an expert's opinion or endorsement to validate a claim.
C
It provides statistical data to support an argument.
D
It presents a counter-argument to the main thesis.

What does the use of 'loaded language' do in persuasive texts?

A
It presents neutral facts and information.
B
It evokes strong emotional responses from the audience.
C
It provides logical reasoning to persuade the audience.
D
It provides expert testimony to support the argument.

What is the impact of 'parallelism' in persuasive writing?

A
It creates balance and rhythm, making the argument more memorable.
B
It contrasts two opposite ideas to make a point.
C
It uses extreme exaggeration to emphasize a point.
D
It simplifies complex ideas into clear and understandable terms.

What is the primary goal of using 'rhetorical questions' in persuasive texts?

A
To gather factual information from the audience.
B
To make the audience think critically and reflect on a point.
C
To directly engage the audience in a dialogue.
D
To provide factual evidence to support an argument.

What is the most significant advantage of using 'logos' in persuasive communication?

A
It appeals to the emotions of the audience.
B
It provides rational and logical support for the argument.
C
It establishes the speaker's credibility.
D
It evokes a sense of urgency in the audience.