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Part 1 Reading comprehension

The Journey of a Young Traveler

In a small village in Morocco, a young boy named Amir lived with his

family. Every evening, after finishing his chores, Amir would sit under

the old olive tree, dreaming of distant lands. He often listened to his

grandfather’s stories about the rich history of the Islamic world—the

vast cities, the vibrant markets, and the scholars who shared knowledge

across continents.

One day, Amir decided he wanted to explore the world just like the

travelers in his grandfather’s stories. He saved up his pocket money

to buy a map, and with his parents’ blessing, he set off on a journey

to the nearby city of Fez. As he traveled, he marveled at the beautiful

architecture of mosques and the colorful souks filled with spices and

textiles.

In Fez, Amir visited the ancient University of al-Qarawiyyin, the

oldest existing degree-granting university in the world. There, he met

students from various countries who were eager to learn about science,

mathematics, and philosophy. Inspired by their passion for knowledge,

Amir realized that travel was not just about seeing new places, but also

about learning and sharing ideas.

As the sun set over the city, Amir sat on a rooftop, looking out at

the bustling life below. He felt a deep connection to the world and

understood that, as a Muslim, he was part of a rich tradition of seeking

knowledge and understanding. When he returned home, Amir shared

his experiences with his family, hoping to inspire them to explore the

world through their own eyes.

Open Ended

Plot Summary: What are the main events in Amir’s journey?

Summarize the plot in your own words.

Open Ended

Character Motivation: Why does Amir want to travel? Provide

evidence from the text to support your answer.

Open Ended

Theme Identification: What is the central theme of the narrative?

How do the characters and events support this theme?

Open Ended

Craft and Structure

4 Character Analysis: How does Amir’s character change throughout

the story? Use specific examples from the text.

Open Ended

Point of View: From whose perspective is the story told? How

does this influence your understanding of Amir’s journey?

Open Ended

Figurative Language: Identify an example of figurative language

in the text. How does it enhance the narrative?

Open Ended

Integration of Knowledge and Ideas

7 Comparative Analysis: Compare Amir to another character in

the story. How are they similar or different?

Open Ended

Text Connections: How does Amir’s journey connect to the

traditions of Islamic scholarship? Discuss themes or character

similarities.

Open Ended

Inferences: What can you infer about the importance of

knowledge in Amir’s culture based on the descriptions provided?

How does it affect his journey?

Open Ended

Vocabulary Context: Choose a challenging word from the text

(e.g., “souks”). What is its meaning, and how does it contribute to

the overall understanding of the narrative?

Open Ended

Author’s Purpose: Why do you think the author chose to write

this story? What message or feeling are they trying to convey

about travel and knowledge?

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Reading Answers

Key Ideas and Details

1Plot Summary: Amir, a young boy from a small Moroccan village,

dreams of travel after hearing his grandfather’s stories. He saves

money to buy a map and sets off to the city of Fez, where he explores

the vibrant souks and visits the ancient University of al-Qarawiyyin,

meeting students eager to learn. He realizes that travel is about

knowledge and connection, and he shares his experiences with his

family upon returning home.

2Character Motivation: Amir wants to travel to explore the world and

learn, inspired by his grandfather’s stories. The text shows this when

Amir dreams of distant lands and saves up to buy a map.

3Theme Identification: The central theme of the narrative is the

importance of seeking knowledge and the value of cultural exploration.

Amir’s journey illustrates how travel enriches understanding and

connects individuals to a broader tradition.

Craft and Structure

4Character Analysis: Amir evolves from a dreamer under an olive

tree to an inspired traveler who values learning. His character grows

as he interacts with students in Fez and understands the significance

of knowledge, reflecting a deeper maturity.

5Point of View: The story is told from a third-person perspective,

allowing readers to see Amir’s thoughts and feelings about his

journey. This perspective helps convey the significance of his

experiences and connections with others.

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6Figurative Language: An example of figurative language is “the

sun set over the city.” This enhances the narrative by creating a vivid

image of the evening atmosphere in Fez, emphasizing the beauty

and vibrancy of the setting.

Integration of Knowledge and Ideas

7Comparative Analysis: Amir can be compared to his grandfather,

who also values stories and knowledge. Both characters share

a passion for exploration, but Amir is more active in seeking

out experiences, while his grandfather shares wisdom through

storytelling.

8Text Connections: Amir’s journey connects to the Islamic tradition

of scholarship, as he visits a historic university and meets students

from diverse backgrounds. This reflects the theme of valuing

education and cultural exchange in Islamic culture.

9Inferences: The importance of knowledge in Amir’s culture is

highlighted by his visit to the university and his interactions with

other students. It suggests that learning is a fundamental aspect of

his identity and community, influencing his journey and aspirations.

Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

10Vocabulary Context: The word “souks” refers to traditional

marketplaces in North Africa. Understanding this term helps readers

appreciate the cultural setting and the diversity of experiences Amir

encounters in Fez.

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11Author’s Purpose: The author aims to convey the message that

travel is not just about visiting new places but also about gaining

knowledge and understanding different cultures. This story

encourages readers to appreciate the richness of learning through

exploration.

Part 2

Vocabulary Unit 1

(We are in the same team)

Term

Definition

elite

of a group or class that is considered

the very best

refine

to make small changes to make

something better

require

to need or demand something

technique

the way a person performs a skill

imply

to hint at an idea

(Mad)

Term

Definition

look

to see, or focus on something

pointed

a sharp end

thread

a line of string or material

tipped

to tilt

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Unit 2

(My Mother Really Knew)

Term

Definition

visualize

To create images in your mind based on

descriptions

in the

text

nonetheless

Despite what has just been said

coaxed

To gently persuade or encourage

eruptions

A sudden explosion

(Museum Indians)

Term

Definition

Endurance

The ability to do something difficult for a long

time

Maturity

State of being grown up

Utmost

Greatest

Command

To get something one believes they deserve, such

as attention or respect

Integral

Important and necessary

Timid

Shy, scared

Reservation

Land for Indigenous people that was determined

by an agreement or treaty with the United States

government

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Vocabulary Quiz

1 What does “elite” mean?

a

c

b

d

Average

The very best

Below average

Common

2 To “refine” something means to:

a Make it worse

b Make small changes to improve it

c Ignore it

d Destroy it

3 The word “require” can be best defined as:

a To ask politely

b To need or demand something

c To suggest

d To create

4 A “technique” refers to:

a A tool

b A method of performing a skill

c A location

d A type of material

5 To “imply” means to:

a

c

b

d

State clearly

Hint at an idea

Argue strongly

Confuse

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6 What does “look” mean?

aTo ignore

bTo see or focus on something

cTo touch

dTo smell

7 The term “pointed” refers to:

a

c

b

d

A flat surface

A rounded object

A sharp end

Something heavy

8 A “thread” is:

aA small piece of wood

bA line of string or material

cA type of food

dA kind of tool

9 To be “tipped” means to:

a

c

b

d

Be confused

Tilt

Fall

Stand straight

10 To “visualize” means to:

aCreate images in your mind

bWrite down ideas

cSpeak loudly

dDraw on paper

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11 “Nonetheless” is best defined as:

aIn agreement

bDespite what has just been said

cFor this reason

dBecause of

12 To be “coaxed” means to:

aForce someone

bGently persuade or encourage

cIgnore someone

dCriticize someone

13 An “eruption” is:

a

c

b

d

A slow process

A sudden explosion

A gentle breeze

A peaceful event

14 “Endurance” refers to :

a The ability to rest

b The ability to do something difficult for a long time

c A state of confusion

d The need for assistance

15 “Maturity” means:

a

c

b

d

Immaturity

A stage of childhood

State of being grown up

A feeling of sadness

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16 The term “utmost” means:

a

c

b

d

Least important

Average

Greatest

Unnecessary

17 To “command” means to:

a Ignore

b Demand something one believes they deserve

c Hide

d Avoid confrontation

18 “Integral” can be defined as:

a

c

b

d

Optional

Unimportant

Important and necessary

Unrelated

19 To be “timid” means to be:

a

c

b

d

Bold

Shy and scared

Angry

Confident

20 A “reservation” refers to:

a A place to eat

b Land for Indigenous people determined by an agreement or

treaty

c A type of transportation

d A form of entertainment

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Answers

1B) The very best

2B) Make small changes to improve it

3B) To need or demand something

4B) A method of performing a skill

5B) Hint at an idea

6B) To see or focus on something

7C) A sharp end

8B) A line of string or material

9B) Tilt

10A) Create images in your mind

11B) Despite what has just been said

12B) Gently persuade or encourage

13B) A sudden explosion

14B) The ability to do something difficult for a long time

15C) State of being grown up

16C) Greatest

17B) Demand something one believes they deserve

18C) Important and necessary

19B) Shy and scared

20B) Land for Indigenous people determined by an agreement or

treaty

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Fill in the Blank Quiz

1The scientist is considered part of the ................... group that is

the very best in their field.

2To improve the product, the engineer needed to ................... its

design.

3Students ................... knowledge from textbooks to complete

their assignments.

4A basketball player’s ................... is crucial for making accurate

shots.

5The author did not state her opinion directly but chose to

................... it through her writing.

6When you ................... at a beautiful painting, you appreciate its

details.

7The pencil has a ................... tip, making it easy to write precisely.

8She used a colorful ................... to sew the quilt together.

9The vase was slightly ..................., making it look elegant on the

shelf.

10When reading a novel, it helps to ................... the scenes in your

mind.

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11The team lost the game, but they played well ....................

12The coach ................... her players to believe in themselves before

the big game.

13The volcanic ................... caused extensive damage to the nearby

town.

14................... is essential for completing a long-distance race.

15................... is often associated with taking responsibility and

making wise choices.

16He gave it his ................... effort to finish the project on time.

17To earn respect, one must ................... it through their actions.

18An ................... part of the project is ensuring that everyone is on

the same page.

19Although she was ................... in the crowd, she still managed to

speak up.

20The government established a ................... for the Indigenous

community to preserve their land.

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Answers

1elite

2refine

3require

4technique

5imply

6look

7pointed

8thread

9tipped

10visualize

11nonetheless

12coaxed

13eruption

14Endurance

15Maturity

16utmost

17command

18Integral

19timid

20Reservation

Make a sentence

Term

Example Sentence

elite

refine

require

technique

imply

visualize

nonetheless

coaxed

eruption

endurance

maturity

utmost

command

integral

timid

reservation

require

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Part 3 Grammar

Nouns - Concrete and Abstract

Instructions for Students: Choose the best answer to each question.

1 Replace the word in bold with a concrete noun.

Barry’s adoration for his grandmother brought her much joy.

acaring

bflowers

clove

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence.

2 Replace the word in bold with an abstract noun.

He worked carefully on the blueprint for a new invention.

aa model

bthe design

can idea

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence.

3 Replace the word in bold with an abstract noun.

The entire house was decorated with wonderful artwork.

aexcellent taste

bantique furniture

clovely sculptures

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence.

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4 Replace the word in bold with a concrete noun.

Cleanliness is important to my mother.

aHer cooking ability

bHer intelligence

cHer cookbook

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence.

Question 5: Rewrite the following sentence to replace the concrete
noun with an abstract noun:

«The book is interesting.»

B – C – A – C - «The idea is interesting.

Spelling - Commonly Misspelled Words

Choose the best answer to each question.

1 How should this sentence be changed?

The plot of that new horror movie is extremely weird.

a Change extremely to extremly and weird to wired

bChange extremely to extreemly and weird to weerd

cChange weird to wierd

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

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2 How should this sentence be changed?

Those we think of as performing brave deeds often become
our heros accidently.

a Change accidently to accidentilly

bChange heros to heroes and accidently to accidentally

cChange heros to heeroes

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

3 How should this sentence be changed?

William’s physician was able to anylize his blood sample and
assure him he was not ill after all.

a Change physician to physitian

bChange anylize to analyze

cChange physician to physition and anylize to analize

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

4 How should this sentence be changed?

I reccomend that you come back tomorow for your receipt.

a Change reccomend to recommend and tomorow to tomorrow

bChange reccomend to recomend, tomorow to tommorow, and

receipt to receit

cChange receipt to receite

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

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D -B – B- A

Pronouns - Relative

1 How should this sentence be changed?

We will leave next Friday, who is my birthday.

a Change who to which

bChange who to whom

cRemove who

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

2 How should this sentence be changed?

The announcer, whichever he was, did a great job calling the
game.

a Change whichever to which

bChange whichever to whatever

cChange whichever to whomever

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

3 How should this sentence be changed?

The Katzenjammer Kids, was one of the first comic strips to
appear in a periodical, appeared in American Humorist in
1897.

a Change was one of to whom was one of

bChange was one of to who was one of

cChange was one of to which was one of

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

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4 How should this sentence be changed?

His friends encouraged him to do sprints, which they hoped
would improve his mood.

a Change which to who

bChange which to whom

cChange which to whomever

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

A – B -C – D

Pronouns - Interrogative and Demonstrative

1 ……………….. of you would like to go bowling?

Answer choices for the above question

a Which

bWhat

cWhom

2 ……………. is a plan I fear will never work!

Answer choices for the above question

a These

bThose

cThat

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3 ……………….. is the yellow house on Vine Street?

Answer choices for the above question

a Who

bWhose

cWhom

4 ………………… is a good idea.

a These

bThose

cThis

5 …………….. was elected club treasurer?

a Who

bWhose

cWhom

6 ………………… are awesome comic books.

a This

bThese

cThat

7 How should this sentence be changed?

Whom is the highest ranking official in the United States?

a Change Whom to Who

bChange Whom to Whose

cChange Whom to What

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

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8 How should this sentence be changed?

These are the least expensive scarves.

a Change These to This

bChange These to That

cChange These to Whom

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

9 How should this sentence be changed?

Who idea was it to go to the theater?
Answer choices for the above question

a Change Who to What

bChange Who to Whom

cChange Who to Whose

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

10 How should this sentence be changed?

Those isn’t my backpack.
Answer choices for the above question

a Change Those to These

bChange Those to This

cChange Those to Which

dNo change needs to be made to this sentence

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A C B C A B - A- D – C – B
Capitalization Review

Instructions for Student

Determine which word or phrase should be capitalized in each sentence.

Then choose the correct answer.

1 My family always has a picnic on the fourth of July.

a family

bfourth

cof

2 When i grow up, I’d like to be an attorney who helps people.

a i

battorney

cpeople

3 The american flag blows in the breeze high above the

courthouse.

a courthouse

bamerican

cflag

4 At the Museum of Modern Art, the tourists saw starry night

by Vincent van Gogh.

a of

btourists

cStarry Night

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5 Of all the dog breeds, the newfoundland is my favorite.

a dog

bNewfoundland

cmy

6 mr. Lewis told the class about the battle that happened in

Gettysburg.

amr.

b class

c battle

7 Which revision uses correct capitalization?

Wilson read the book the little engine that could to a class of
kindergarteners last monday.

aWilson read the book The Little Engine That Could to a class of

Kindergarteners last Monday.

b Wilson read the book the little engine that could to a class of

kindergarteners last Monday.

c Wilson read the book The Little Engine That Could to a class

of kindergarteners last Monday.

d No change needs to be made to this sentence.

8 Which revision uses correct capitalization?

When dr. harris and i got off the elevator, we were on the
twelfth floor.

aWhen Dr. Harris and I got off the elevator, we were on the

twelfth floor.

b When Dr. Harris and i got off the elevator, we were on the

twelfth floor.

c When Dr. Harris and I got off the elevator, we were on the

Twelfth Floor.

d No change needs to be made to this sentence.

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9 Which revision uses correct capitalization?

Did Lewis and clark map out the entire Louisiana purchase
for president Thomas Jefferson?

aDid Lewis and Clark map out the entire Louisiana Purchase for

president Thomas Jefferson?

b Did Lewis and clark map out the entire Louisiana Purchase for

President Thomas Jefferson?

c Did Lewis and Clark map out the entire Louisiana Purchase for

President Thomas Jefferson?

d No change needs to be made to this sentence.

10 Which revision uses correct capitalization?

Jamie asked, “may I go to the Art Institute with caroline and
her mother next friday?”

aJamie asked, “May I go to the Art Institute with Caroline and

her mother next friday?”

b Jamie asked, “May I go to the Art Institute with Caroline and

her mother next Friday?”

c Jamie asked, “May I go to the art institute with Caroline and

her Mother next Friday?”

d No change needs to be made to this sentence.

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B – A – B – C -B A -C -A – C- B

Spelling - Basic Spelling Rules I

1 How should the spelling error in this sentence be corrected?

The Yukon region attracted the subspecies of humanity that
would risk the harsh, unyeilding winters and seize any chance
to strike it rich.

aChange subspecies to subspeceis

b Change unyeilding to unyielding

c Change seize to sieze

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

2 How should the spelling error in this sentence be corrected?

Cesar Chavez helped outlaw dangerous pesticides and end job
discrimination, but his greatest achievement was bringing diverse
people together to become activeists in a common cause.

aChange discrimination to discriminateion

b Change achievement to acheivement

c Change activeists to activists

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

3 How should the spelling error in this sentence be corrected?

In the story “The Lottery,” the most suspensful question is
who will be chosen, but the most ominous element is the
degree of acceptance by the villagers of this regular event.

aChange suspensful to suspenseful

b Change ominous to omenous

c Change acceptance to acceptence

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

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4 How should the spelling error in this sentence be corrected?

The outlaws, who find their “victim” completely unmanageable,
have unintentionally granted the whole town a reprieve from
the boy’s nastiness.

aChange unmanageable to unmanagable

b Change reprieve to repreive

c Change nastiness to nastyness

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

Participle Phrases

Select the correct label for the boldface word(s).

1 The animal, scampering along many wooded areas, lives

only in the Western Hemisphere.

aparticipial phrase

b past participle

c noun being modified

2 It is a furry, black animal with white stripes radiating down

its back.

aparticipial phrase

b participle

c noun being modified

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3Hunting at night, most skunks catch their own food.

aparticipial phrase

b past participle

c noun being modified

4 Scattering in all directions, the campers evaded the skunk.

aparticipial phrase

b present participle

c noun being modified

5 The skunk will try to escape, spraying wildly.

aparticipial phrase

b present participle

c noun being modified

6 How should this sentence be changed?

Life fills a forest springing from every spot

aPlace the phrase springing from every spot in the beginning

of the sentence, and put a comma after the word spot

b Insert a comma after the word springing

c Insert a comma after the word view

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

7 How should this sentence be changed?

The radio, tuned to my favorite station, was bothering my
mother.

aDelete the comma after the word radio

b Delete the comma after the word station

c Delete both commas after the words radio and station

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

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8 How should this sentence be changed?

Smoke, billowing from the chimneys, darkened the sky.

aDelete the comma after the word Smoke

b Delete the comma after the word chimneys

c Delete the commas after the word Smoke and after the word

chimneys

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

9 How should this sentence be changed?

Erik, dreaming of fame sits at the piano.

aDelete the comma after the word Erik

b Insert a comma after the word fame

c Insert a comma after the word dreaming

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

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Gerunds

Determine whether the boldfaced word in each sentence is a
present participle or gerund.

1 The finishing of the painting is going to take at least two

more days of work.
Answer choices for the above question

apresent participle

b gerund

2 My best friend told me a surprising story about her life before

she moved here.
Answer choices for the above question

apresent participle

b gerund

3 After the day at the amusement park, my head felt like a

spinning planet.
Answer choices for the above question

apresent participle

b gerund

4 Every day before jogging, Solange stretched for ten minutes

to warm up her muscles.
Answer choices for the above question

apresent participle

b gerund

5 My parents couldn’t stand my dog’s barking at birds, especially

pigeons,
Answer choices for the above question

apresent participle

b gerund

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6 My uncle liked teaching, but after ten years in the classroom,

he decided to change careers.
Answer choices for the above question

apresent participle

b gerund

Replace the words in bold with a gerund.

1 When we learned of their father’s death, I stopped to speak.

Answer choices for the above question

aSpoke

b Spoken

c Speaking

d None of the above

2 Theo was explaining to his sister why people like him like to

sing, and he said very simply, “to sing makes people happy.”
Answer choices for the above question

asang

b singing

c is singing

d none of the above

3 Some of the gold miners were so desperate that they

responded to the growing rumors of gold by stampede.
Answer choices for the above question

astampedes

b stampeded

c stampeding

d None of the above

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4 Because he is taking a trip to Munich, Jeremy likes to use

German phrases with his friends.
Answer choices for the above question

aused

b user

c using

d None of the above

Gerund Phrases

Determine whether each gerund phrase is used as a subject, direct
object, or object of the preposition

1 Teaching school is what I want to do one day.

Answer choices for the above question

asubject

b direct object

c object of the preposition

2 Manny got tired of waiting patiently for the bus to come.

Answer choices for the above question

asubject

b direct object

c object of the preposition

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3 Leaving home was the farthest thing from my mind.

Answer choices for the above question

asubject

b direct object

c object of the preposition

4 Milton liked climbing ropes at the play park.

Answer choices for the above question

asubject

b direct object

c object of the preposition

1 Which sentence contains a gerund phrase?

Answer choices for the above question

aCollecting stamps is a fun hobby to have.

b Joanne is watching her little brother play.

c Are you happy to have a role in the play?

d none of the above

2 Which sentence contains a gerund phrase?

Answer choices for the above question

aWatch where you step!

b Coming through the woods, Jack lost his house keys.

c Marla enjoys making pizza for the family.

d none of the above.

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3 Which sentence contains a gerund phrase?

Answer choices for the above question

aZeke tiptoed into the house softly, scaring the cat.

b Jason is going on a visit to his uncle’s tree farm.

c The red kangaroo hopped quickly through the field.

d none of the above

4 Which sentence contains a gerund phrase?

Answer choices for the above question

aMichael decided to learn how to weave rugs.

b You can get into trouble by jumping to conclusions.

c The cat was spitting mad about being sprayed with water.

d none of the above

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Infinitive Phrases

Instructions for Student

Read each sentence carefully. Identify whether the infinitive phrase is
used as a subject, predicate noun, or direct object.

1 I like to row across the lake.

Answer choices for the above question

asubject

b predicate noun

c direct object

2 To buy a house requires saving money.

Answer choices for the above question

asubject

b predicate noun

c direct object

3 Linda’s decision was to sell her bicycle.

Answer choices for the above question

asubject

b predicate noun

c direct object

4 My intention is to read one hundred books this year.

Answer choices for the above question

asubject

b predicate noun

c direct object

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5 The teacher told us to go back to the classroom.

Answer choices for the above question

asubject

b predicate noun

c direct object

How should this sentence be changed to include an infinitive phrase?

1 I clambered on top of the railing.

Answer choices for the above question

aAdd to jump after railing

b Add to the building’s roof after railing

c Add to see around the building after railing

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

2 To run around the racetrack is exhausting!

Answer choices for the above question

aAdd to the finish line after around

b Add after school after racetrack

c Remove around the racetrack from the sentence

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

3 He wanted to learn.

Answer choices for the above question

aAdd to the student

b Add the rules of badminton after learn

c Remove the word to

d No change needs to be made to this sentence

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4 Dig in a sandbox is one of the most enjoyable experiences of

childhood.
Answer choices for the above question

aAdd to before dig

b Add to before a sandbox

c Add furiously after dig

d No change needs to be made to this sentence