ELA Midterm Exam 10th Grade

Which of the following statements best summarizes the main idea of the passage?

• The passage discusses the history of agriculture in ancient civilizations

• The passage explores the impact of climate change on marine life

• N/A

• The passage provides a detailed analysis of the benefits of exercise

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

What is the meaning of the word 'eloquent' as used in the passage?

• rambling

• muted

• inarticulate

• having or showing the ability to use language clearly and effectively

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Identify the correct sentence that demonstrates proper grammar and syntax.

• Option B: She reading a book.

• Option A: She is reads a book.

• Option D: She are reading a book.

• Option C: She is reading a book.

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CCSS.L.3.1E

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

What is the main purpose of the passage?

• To persuade the reader

• To summarize the main points

• To inform or explain a topic or concept

• To entertain the reader

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Choose the synonym for the word 'adept'.

• proficient

• skilled

• talented

• incompetent

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which sentence contains a grammatical error?

• He doesn't like to eat vegetables.

• He don't likes to eat vegetables.

• He don't like to eat vegetable.

• He don't like to eat vegetables.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.4.1C

What is the purpose of vocabulary building?

• To memorize words and their definitions.

• To impress others with a large vocabulary.

• To win spelling bees and word games.

• To improve communication skills and expand knowledge.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

Choose the antonym for the word 'diligent'.

• inactive

• lazy

• sluggish

• careless

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which sentence demonstrates correct syntax?

• The cat sat on the mat

• The cat sat on the mat!

• The cat sat on the mat.

• The cat sat on the mat?

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CCSS.L.9-10.1

CCSS.L.9-10.2

What is the purpose of reading comprehension?

• To learn how to speak a new language

• To practice handwriting

• To memorize text word for word

• To understand and interpret written text

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RI.8.10