PERT Reading Practice Test – Career Employer Test Prep

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PERT Reading

Which of the following best describes the tone of a passage that employs extensive use of sarcasm?

A. Sentimental

B. Objective

C. Critical

D. Informative

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1 out of 30

PERT Reading

In the context of analyzing a text, what does the term 'inference' refer to?

A. A fact stated directly in the text.

B. A logical deduction based on information in the text.

C. A detailed description provided by the author.

D. A statement of personal opinion by the reader.

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2 out of 30

PERT Reading

When an author uses a 'flashback' in a narrative, what is their primary purpose?

A. To predict future events in the story.

B. To provide background or context to current events.

C. To describe the physical setting in detail.

D. To introduce a new character.

None

3 out of 30

PERT Reading

What is the main purpose of a rhetorical question in a text?

A. To provide specific information.

B. To present an argument or point of view.

C. To ask for information from the reader.

D. To create a dramatic effect and provoke thought.

None

4 out of 30

PERT Reading

In literature, what distinguishes a first-person narrative from a third-person narrative?

A. The use of "I" and "we" in first-person narrative.

B. The absence of dialogue in first-person narrative.

C. The focus on multiple characters in third-person narrative.

D. The use of descriptive language in third-person narrative.

None

5 out of 30

PERT Reading

What is the effect of using a metaphor in a text?

A. To provide a direct comparison using "like" or "as."

B. To make an implicit, symbolic comparison between two things.

C. To give human attributes to non-human subjects.

D. To create a repetitive rhythmic structure.

None

6 out of 30

PERT Reading

In a persuasive text, what is the primary role of evidence?

A. To provide entertainment to the reader.

B. To support the author's argument or claim.

C. To describe the setting of the argument.

D. To express the author's personal beliefs.

None

7 out of 30

PERT Reading

When an author uses 'alliteration' in a text, what is their most likely intent?

A. To emphasize a particular point or theme.

B. To provide a factual account of events.

C. To argue against a specific viewpoint.

D. To describe a setting in a realistic manner.

None

8 out of 30

PERT Reading

Which of the following best defines 'theme' in literature?

A. The main events of a story, novel, or play.

B. The central idea or underlying message of a text.

C. The highest point of tension or drama in a story.

D. The background time and place where a story occurs.

None

9 out of 30

10.

PERT Reading

When an author uses irony in a text, what is typically the intended effect?

A. To describe the setting in a detailed manner.

B. To create a discrepancy between expectations and reality.

C. To provide direct information about the plot.

D. To simplify complex concepts for better understanding.

None

10 out of 30

11.

PERT Reading

In a poem, what is the purpose of using an enjambment?

A. To create a pause at the end of a line.

B. To carry a thought or sentence over to the next line without a pause.

C. To emphasize a rhyme scheme.

D. To introduce a new stanza.

None

11 out of 30

12.

PERT Reading

In a text, what is the primary purpose of using a paradox?

A. To describe a setting in great detail.

B. To make a statement that contradicts itself but reveals a truth.

C. To provide a literal explanation of an event.

D. To argue against a particular point of view.

None

12 out of 30

13.

PERT Reading

What is the effect of anaphora in a literary text?

A. To provide a direct comparison using "like" or "as."

B. To give human qualities to non-human subjects.

C. To create emphasis through the repetition of the beginning part of sentences.

D. To describe the physical setting of a story.

None

13 out of 30

14.

PERT Reading

When identifying the main idea of a passage, what should the reader primarily focus on?

A. Specific details and examples.

B. The author's personal opinions.

C. The central thought or message conveyed throughout the text.

D. The background information about the author.

None

14 out of 30

15.

PERT Reading

In literature, what does 'allegory' refer to?

A. A narrative that represents abstract concepts or ideas through characters and events.

B. A detailed description of a character's appearance.

C. A chronological sequence of events in a story.

D. The highest point of tension in a plot.

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15 out of 30

16.

PERT Reading

Which of the following best defines 'juxtaposition' in a literary text?

A. The use of rhyme at the end of lines in poetry.

B. The chronological order of events in a story.

C. Placing two contrasting elements close together for effect.

D. Giving non-human objects human characteristics.

None

16 out of 30

17.

PERT Reading

What is the purpose of a 'frame narrative' in literature?

A. To provide a structure for telling multiple stories within a larger story.

B. To describe the physical setting of the main story.

C. To introduce the main characters in a narrative.

D. To outline the plot of a story.

None

17 out of 30

18.

PERT Reading

What role does 'imagery' play in a literary text?

A. To outline the plot structure.

B. To provide a literal description of events.

C. To evoke sensory experiences through descriptive language.

D. To establish the chronological order of events.

None

18 out of 30

19.

PERT Reading

When an author uses a 'stream of consciousness' technique in their writing, what is their primary goal?

A. To follow a strict chronological order in the narrative.

B. To depict a character's thoughts and feelings as they occur.

C. To focus on the physical setting of the story.

D. To provide a logical and structured argument.

None

19 out of 30

20.

PERT Reading

In a poem, what is the significance of 'meter'?

A. To determine the poem's rhyme scheme.

B. To establish the rhythmical pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables.

C. To describe the physical setting of the poem.

D. To identify the main characters in the poem.

None

20 out of 30

21.

PERT Reading

In a text, what is the purpose of using an epistolary format?

A. To provide a humorous effect.

B. To argue against a certain point of view.

C. To tell a story through letters, diary entries, or other documents.

D. To describe the setting in great detail.

None

21 out of 30

22.

PERT Reading

What does the term 'denouement' refer to in a narrative structure?

A. The introduction of the main characters.

B. The point of highest tension or conflict.

C. The final resolution or clarification of the plot.

D. The initial event that triggers the main plot.

None

22 out of 30

23.

PERT Reading

In literary criticism, what is meant by 'New Historicism'?

A. A focus on the author's biography to interpret a text.

B. A form of literary theory that emphasizes the historical context of a text.

C. A disregard for historical contexts in analyzing literature.

D. A method focusing solely on the text itself, independent of context.

None

23 out of 30

24.

PERT Reading

In a literary text, what is a 'bildungsroman'?

A. A narrative that depicts a fantastical world.

B. A story that focuses on the psychological and moral growth of the protagonist.

C. A plot centered around a romantic relationship.

D. A novel with a nonlinear timeline.

None

24 out of 30

25.

PERT Reading

What distinguishes 'free verse' poetry from other types of poetry?

A. Its strict adherence to a specific rhyme scheme.

B. Its use of a specific number of syllables per line.

C. Its lack of a fixed rhyme scheme and metrical pattern.

D. Its focus on nature and natural imagery.

None

25 out of 30

26.

PERT Reading

What is the primary function of a 'soliloquy' in a play?

A. To provide comic relief.

B. To reveal the innermost thoughts and feelings of a character.

C. To depict a conversation between characters.

D. To describe the setting and background.

None

26 out of 30

27.

PERT Reading

In literary analysis, what does 'postmodernism' primarily focus on?

A. A return to traditional narrative forms.

B. A celebration of clarity and simplicity.

C. Challenging established narratives and embracing complexity.

D. Emphasizing historical accuracy.

None

27 out of 30

28.

PERT Reading

What is the literary term for a recurring theme or motif throughout a text?

A. Allegory

B. Analogy

C. Leitmotif

D. Antithesis

None

28 out of 30

29.

PERT Reading

In a narrative, what is the significance of an 'unreliable narrator'?

A. A narrator whose credibility has been seriously compromised.

B. A narrator who provides accurate and truthful information.

C. A secondary character who narrates part of the story.

D. A narrator who only describes the actions of other characters.

None

29 out of 30

30.

PERT Reading

What is the primary purpose of 'satire' in literature?

A. To provide a detailed, realistic description of everyday life.

B. To evoke a sense of wonder and fantasy.

C. To criticize or mock societal norms and follies.

D. To focus solely on the development of a romantic plot.

None

30 out of 30

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