CSET Spanish Subtest 2 2027 | 100% Correct Answers | High
Score Guide
Question 1.
Latin American literature witnessed the onset of chronicles as a result of which of the
following events?
A. Mexican-American War
B. Independence of America from Europe
C. Spanish Civil War
D. Arrival of the Spaniards in the New World
Correct Answer: (D) Chronicles are the writings of the early Spaniards arrival s
to the New World around the fifteenth century. The purpose was to narrate
their adventures, describe the new reality encountered, justify their actions,
and take credit for their deeds and discoveries.
Question 2.
Antithesis
Correct Answer: (n.) the direct opposite, a sharp contrast
Question 3.
Metaphor
Correct Answer: A comparison without using like or as
Question 4.
Hyperbole
Correct Answer: A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong
emotion, make a point, or evoke humor
Question 5.
Metonymy
Correct Answer: A figure of speech in which one word or phrase is substituted
for another with which it is closely associated (such as "crown" for "royalty").
Question 6.
Simile
Correct Answer: A comparison using "like" or "as"
• Which of the following best describes an important reason for the
renaissance of Spanish literature during the early years of the twentieth
century?
, A. a critical analysis of Spanish culture following the country's defeat in the
Spanish-American War of 1898
B. an interest in scientific realism in response to the ideas of Darwinism
C. a spirit of optimism rooted in the economic prosperity following Spain's
industrialization
D. an assertion of national identity in support of the restored monarchy -
✓✓(A) Spain's defeat in the Spanish-American War was a major blow to the
country's international prestige. In response, a group of Spanish intellectuals
and writers known as the Generation of 1898 focused their energies on an
analysis of the country's problems and destiny in an effort to promote a sense
of national pride. Their work resulted in a major re invigoration of Spanish
literature.
Question 7.
Which of the following best describes the opposing social and political forces in the
Spanish Civil War of 1930s?
A. landlords and the army against defenders of the Catholic Church
B. liberal supporters of a republican government against conservative proponents of a
fascist-oriented government
C. nationalist and socialists against communists and anarchists
D. conservative supporters of a monarchical government against radical proponents of a
military dictatorship
Correct Answer: (B) Political changes in Spain during the Second Republic of
the 1930s polarized the country politically. On the left, a group of liberals who
supported republican government drew support from workers, agricultural
laborers, intellectuals, and certain elements of the middle class. They were
opposed by a group of conservative landowners, business-people, and many
leaders. The conservatives' victory in the Civil War resulted in the creation of
a fascist-oriented government.
Question 8.
In 1914, Mexican anthropologist Manuel Gamio wrote that Mexico did not constitute a
nation in the European sense, but rather was made up many small nations that differed
in speech, economy, social organization, and psychology. Garmio's view of Mexico best
describes which of the following aspects of Mexican society?
A. the decentralized form of government in Mexico and the administrative autonomy
given to regional officials
B. the different interests and goals of social classes within the rigid class structure of
Mexican society
C. the resistance of the country's disparate geographical regions to uniting under a
central government following independence
D. the existence of large populations of indigenous and mixed-blood people with diverse
cultural traditions
Score Guide
Question 1.
Latin American literature witnessed the onset of chronicles as a result of which of the
following events?
A. Mexican-American War
B. Independence of America from Europe
C. Spanish Civil War
D. Arrival of the Spaniards in the New World
Correct Answer: (D) Chronicles are the writings of the early Spaniards arrival s
to the New World around the fifteenth century. The purpose was to narrate
their adventures, describe the new reality encountered, justify their actions,
and take credit for their deeds and discoveries.
Question 2.
Antithesis
Correct Answer: (n.) the direct opposite, a sharp contrast
Question 3.
Metaphor
Correct Answer: A comparison without using like or as
Question 4.
Hyperbole
Correct Answer: A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong
emotion, make a point, or evoke humor
Question 5.
Metonymy
Correct Answer: A figure of speech in which one word or phrase is substituted
for another with which it is closely associated (such as "crown" for "royalty").
Question 6.
Simile
Correct Answer: A comparison using "like" or "as"
• Which of the following best describes an important reason for the
renaissance of Spanish literature during the early years of the twentieth
century?
, A. a critical analysis of Spanish culture following the country's defeat in the
Spanish-American War of 1898
B. an interest in scientific realism in response to the ideas of Darwinism
C. a spirit of optimism rooted in the economic prosperity following Spain's
industrialization
D. an assertion of national identity in support of the restored monarchy -
✓✓(A) Spain's defeat in the Spanish-American War was a major blow to the
country's international prestige. In response, a group of Spanish intellectuals
and writers known as the Generation of 1898 focused their energies on an
analysis of the country's problems and destiny in an effort to promote a sense
of national pride. Their work resulted in a major re invigoration of Spanish
literature.
Question 7.
Which of the following best describes the opposing social and political forces in the
Spanish Civil War of 1930s?
A. landlords and the army against defenders of the Catholic Church
B. liberal supporters of a republican government against conservative proponents of a
fascist-oriented government
C. nationalist and socialists against communists and anarchists
D. conservative supporters of a monarchical government against radical proponents of a
military dictatorship
Correct Answer: (B) Political changes in Spain during the Second Republic of
the 1930s polarized the country politically. On the left, a group of liberals who
supported republican government drew support from workers, agricultural
laborers, intellectuals, and certain elements of the middle class. They were
opposed by a group of conservative landowners, business-people, and many
leaders. The conservatives' victory in the Civil War resulted in the creation of
a fascist-oriented government.
Question 8.
In 1914, Mexican anthropologist Manuel Gamio wrote that Mexico did not constitute a
nation in the European sense, but rather was made up many small nations that differed
in speech, economy, social organization, and psychology. Garmio's view of Mexico best
describes which of the following aspects of Mexican society?
A. the decentralized form of government in Mexico and the administrative autonomy
given to regional officials
B. the different interests and goals of social classes within the rigid class structure of
Mexican society
C. the resistance of the country's disparate geographical regions to uniting under a
central government following independence
D. the existence of large populations of indigenous and mixed-blood people with diverse
cultural traditions
