Review for English 11 Final Exam
Exam Format (60 marks):
Part I (10 multiple choice questions): Language Skills
 Read a paragraph and choose the correct answer based on punctuation, verb tense, etc.
 Review apostrophe usage AND rules for writing dialogue.
◦ Example for dialogue:
▪ Thomas said, "Hey, Ms. Braun!"
▪ "Yes?" she replied
▪ "I have a question," he said looking at his notes. "What's on the exam?"
Part II (10 multiple choice questions): Non-Fiction
 Read a passage, and choose the best answer.
 Questions will be based on meaning, literary devices, etc.
Part III (8 multiple choice questions, 1 short essay = 12 marks): Poem
 Short essay:
◦ not a 5-paragraph essay; 1-2 paragraphs.
◦ use quotes - to get a top mark, review how to integrate quotes.
◦ review literary devices.
◦ marked according to the Senior English Writing rubric.
◦ challenging.
Part IV (8 multiple choice questions, 1 short essay = 12 marks): Fiction
◦ see advice for poetry section.
◦ Difference: you can choose your topic for the essay.
Tips for Preparing for the Exam:
1. Review literary devices.
2. Review how to integrate quotes.
3. Review grammar (e.g. semicolon usage, apostrophe usage, etc.)
4. Reflect on your skills as a writer. What are you good at? What do you need to edit for?
Examples: "I am good at analyzing literature and using quotes to support my ideas, but I tend to
make careless punctuation errors and run out of time. I will budget my time wisely, and triplecheck for errors."
5. Get a good night's sleep, eat a good breakfast, come to the exam NO LATER than 8:15 on Monday,
June 17. Bring several blue or black pens and pencils.
NOTE: You do not need your own paper.