English Language and Literature Quiz

The main idea of the last paragraph of 'A Berry Healthy Drink' is to explain

• the health benefits of the different ingredients in a smoothie.

• the steps used to make the berry smoothie.

• that there are other ingredients that may be used to make healthy smoothies.

• that it is healthy to find ways to add fruit to one's diet.

According to the passage, most of the ingredients in this recipe are full of antioxidants. The main reason to add antioxidants to one's diet is that

• they have less calories than other foods.

• they provide healthy sugar to one's body.

• they make foods taste better.

• they help slow damage that has been done to the body.

Which of the following best summarizes the passage?

• Making a smoothie is easy when you use the 'one cup' recipe because you add one cup of each ingredient.

• A smoothie is healthy because the ingredients have antioxidants that our bodies need.

• An easy way to get all four of the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables is to make a healthy smoothie.

• The food pyramid recommends eating four servings of fruit and vegetables each day.

Why is the smoothie called the 'one cup' drink?

• Because you use a blender cup to mix the fruit.

• Because you use a cup to drink the smoothie.

• Because the recipe makes enough for one cup.

• Because one cup of each ingredient is used.

What is the main idea of 'A Berry Healthy Drink'?

• to describe the different ways to make various smoothies

• to describe the health benefits of berry smoothies

• to describe how berries can be used to make different foods

• to describe the ways the major food groups help the body

Which detail MOST suggests that Arnold was a good soldier?

• Arnold had control over the fort at West Point.

• The British wanted Arnold to help them out.

• General Washington asked Arnold to rejoin the army.

• Arnold wounded his leg in the battle at Quebec City.

Based on evidence in the text, what is the MOST LIKELY reason for the change in Arnold's loyalties while he was governor?

• He did not feel appreciated for his service.

• General Gates gave him the job of military governor.

• His leg was injured in battle.

• He thought the Americans would lose the war.

In which TWO battles did Benedict Arnold successfully participate in an American victory and the defeat of the British?

• West Point

• Quebec City

• Lake Champlain

• Philadelphia

• Bemis Heights

Which words BEST describe Benedict Arnold when he left the Continental Army in 1777?

• brave and strong

• confused and nervous

• excited and happy

• spiteful and upset

Which sentence belongs in a summary of 'Benedict Arnold: From Hero to Traitor'?

• Benedict Arnold joined the Continental Army in 1775.

• Benedict Arnold quickly put together a small group of ships to fight the British.

• Benedict Arnold reported to General Horatio Gates when he returned to the army.

• Benedict Arnold made a secret plan to help the British.