4th Grade ELA Review

What is the definition of a noun?

• A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

• A noun is a word that represents a verb

• A noun is a word that represents a color

• A noun is a word that represents an action

Identify the verb in the sentence: The cat jumped over the fence.

• runned

• jumped

• over

• fenced

What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

• A simile is used in poetry, while a metaphor is used in prose.

• A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to contrast, while a metaphor directly states the comparison.

• A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor directly states the comparison.

• A simile and a metaphor are the same thing.

What is the main idea of the passage?

• The passage discusses unrelated topics

• Main idea of the passage is the primary point or concept being discussed.

• The passage is about cooking recipes

• The passage focuses on historical events

Which word is a synonym for 'happy'?

• Angry

• Sad

• Joyful

• Excited

What is the purpose of punctuation in writing?

• Punctuation is used to confuse readers and make writing harder to understand.

• The purpose of punctuation in writing is to clarify meaning, indicate pauses, separate ideas, and improve readability.

• Punctuation is only used for decoration and has no impact on the meaning of a text.

• Punctuation is unnecessary and should be avoided in all writing.

Identify the subject in the sentence: The sun is shining brightly.

• The stars

• The moon

• The sun

• The clouds

What is the meaning of the idiom 'raining cats and dogs'?

• It is snowing heavily.

• It is windy outside.

• It is sunny outside.

• It is raining heavily.

What is the correct way to write the possessive form of 'children'?

• childrens

• childs

• children's

• child's

What is the author's purpose in writing this story?

• Explain, analyze, summarize, or critique

• Entertain, inform, persuade, or express emotions

• Educate, entertain, or narrate

• Convince, describe, or narrate