ENGLISH 4 (3RD QUARTERLY EXAM)

What signal word would you use to start a set of instructions?

• Finally

• First

• Then

• Next

Which signal word indicates the last step in a process?

• Next

• Then

• Finally

• First

If you are describing the second step in a process, which signal word might you use?

• First

• Finally

• Then

• Next

What signal word would you use before giving a concluding remark?

• First

• Then

• Finally

• Next

Which of the following is a sequence signal word?

• Because

• Then

• And

• But

Explain your answer.

Why are signal words important when writing directions?

1. Describe a situation where using signal words helped you understand directions better.

1. Write a short set of directions for making a sandwich using at least three signal words.

Which statement is more specific?

• The dog ran in the yard

• The brown puppy chased its red ball across the backyard

• Animals play outside

• Pets are fun

Which is a general statement about weather?

• It's raining heavily today in Seattle

• The temperature is 75 degrees

• Weather affects people's daily lives

• Lightning struck the oak tree yesterday