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WorksheetsELA Review
Total questions: 155
Worksheet time: 3hrs 56mins
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1.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the move Inside Out, Joy was remiss in her duties by keeping Sadness away from the controls. She later realized that Sadness was an equal part of life and allowed her time on the controls.
In the move Inside Out, Joy was remiss in her duties by keeping Sadness away from the controls. She later realized that Sadness was an equal part of life and allowed her time on the controls.
a)
neglectful
b)
cautious
c)
justified
d)
intentional
2.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Kylo Ren is very ardent about destroying the rebel forces- some may say it's his life's purpose.
In the movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Kylo Ren is very ardent about destroying the rebel forces- some may say it's his life's purpose.
a)
hateful
b)
passionate
c)
intentional
d)
decisive
3.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the move Guardians of the Galaxy, the main character was a terrestrial man who was captured by extra-terrestrials and he never got the chance to return to Earth.
In the move Guardians of the Galaxy, the main character was a terrestrial man who was captured by extra-terrestrials and he never got the chance to return to Earth.
a)
not from planet earth
b)
solar
c)
of or on planet earth
d)
water based
4.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
The post-credits scene in the movie Avengers insinuated that there would be a sequel by revealing the next villain, Thanos.
The post-credits scene in the movie Avengers insinuated that there would be a sequel by revealing the next villain, Thanos.
a)
suggested
b)
explained
c)
proved
d)
denied
5.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the Hunger Games, the people living in the Capital had a skewed perception of the purpose and benefits of the games. They were too distracted by their rich lifestyle to see the horror right in front of them.
In the Hunger Games, the people living in the Capital had a skewed perception of the purpose and benefits of the games. They were too distracted by their rich lifestyle to see the horror right in front of them.
a)
negative
b)
correct
c)
biased
d)
positive
6.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the movie Zootopia, Judy Hopps wants to expedite the process of checking a license plate, but the sloths who work at the DMV take forever to do anything.
In the movie Zootopia, Judy Hopps wants to expedite the process of checking a license plate, but the sloths who work at the DMV take forever to do anything.
a)
quicken
b)
agree on
c)
prevent
d)
complete
7.
Jenny visited her grandmother in the hospital. She saw how kind and helpful the nurses were to her grandmother. Now she wants to be a nurse when she grows up. She wants to help sick people get well.
What is the main idea?
What is the main idea?
a)
Jenny got sick.
b)
Jenny wants to be a nurse.
c)
Her grandmother was in the hospital.
d)
Jenny was glad the nurses were being kind to her grandmother.
8.
Mark wanted to be a great skater. But he didn't want to spend the hours practicing. He wished he could just do the tricks easily. Mark's dream was to have everyone stop and stare when he entered the skate park. He wanted them to say, "Mark is the best skater in the whole world."
What is the main idea?
What is the main idea?
a)
Mark wants everyone to think he's a great skater without doing the hard work.
b)
Mark practices very hard to become a great skater.
c)
Mark is the best skater at the park.
d)
Mark wants to learn how to skate so he can compete.
9.
A list of the 25 richest athletes in the world.
a)
Persuade
b)
Inform
c)
Entertain
10.
An “X-men” comic book.
a)
Persuade
b)
Inform
c)
Entertain
11.
A website saying that a new shopping mall should not be built because it threatens an endangered bald eagle’s home. The website also lists other reasons why the mall should not be built.
a)
Persuade
b)
Inform
c)
Entertain
12.
COME TO BLAINE "BERRY" GOOD STRAWBERRY FARM
We have the freshest, largest selection of strawberries around. You can choose to pick your own and select from baskets of already picked berries. We are open daily from 9-6 and will give your a free quart if you stop in to pick your own on Sundays! Come see us today and enjoy a little taste of sweetness!!
We have the freshest, largest selection of strawberries around. You can choose to pick your own and select from baskets of already picked berries. We are open daily from 9-6 and will give your a free quart if you stop in to pick your own on Sundays! Come see us today and enjoy a little taste of sweetness!!
a)
entertain
b)
inform
c)
persuade
13.
What is an opinion?
a)
Something you can prove.
b)
Someone's thoughts on a topic.
14.
What is a fact?
a)
Your thoughts on something.
b)
Something you can prove.
15.
Before the 1800's people didn't have right or left shoes. They had shoes of just one shape that they used for both feet. When people first saw right and left shoes, they laughed. They called them "crooked shoes." "What a silly idea," they said. You can tell that shoes before 1800:
a)
were pretty
b)
didn't look alike
c)
didn't fit very well
16.
My dog Jack is very friendly, and he likes to be around people. Yesterday, our neighbors were having a party, and we all went over to cookout and swim at their house. We could hear Jack barking loudly from our backyard. After a little while, he got quiet, so we thought he had finally calmed down. But, several minutes later, all of the adults start laughing, and I see a black blur and hear a giant splash at the other end of the pool. Why was Jack barking?
a)
He wanted to be at the party
b)
The neighbors were making too much noise
c)
He was hungry
d)
He wanted to go outside
17.
What does Inference mean?
a)
finding details in a story
b)
Use clues and what you already know to come up with an idea
c)
Giving a reason for your answer
d)
Using what I know
18.
Pirates often raised a black flag when they sighted another ship. They hoped that the black flag would so frighten their enemies that they would give up without a fight. After all, why should pirates want to fight when they could capture a ship without any danger to themselves? You can infer that:
a)
pirates never thought of danger
b)
pirates thought of their own safety
c)
people always gave up without a fight
19.
Sometimes lions charge toward a hunter. The hunter must shoot the lion in the brain to kill it at once. The brain is the size of small ball. Even lions shot through the heart will keep charging. Hunters can't stop firing until the lion is dead. You can infer that:
a)
it is easy to kill a lion
b)
it isn't easy to kill a lion
c)
a wounded lion isn't dangerous
20.
Which sentence in a nonfiction text gives you information or clues about the main idea?
a)
Conclusion Sentence
b)
The Lead/Hook
c)
Topic Sentence
21.
Which best describes a summary?
a)
a really long detailed piece of writing
b)
the entire text told in your own words
c)
a dumb thing that teachers make you write
d)
the main ideas and important details of a text
22.
Maggie was getting ready to walk to school. She put on her coat and grabbedher backpack. As she was leaving, hermother said, “I love you. Be careful.
You can infer that
You can infer that
a)
Maggie is in kindergarten or first grade
b)
Maggie lives close to school
c)
Maggie is never late for school
d)
Maggie is excited about going to school
23.
Hudson hurried out of the house so he wasn't late for work. He wore overalls andcarried a toolbox with wrenches in it. Hehopped in his truck and drove off. The signon his truck said, “Pipe Masters"
You can infer that
You can infer that
a)
Hudson is an auto mechanic
b)
Hudson is an auto mechanic
c)
Hudson works as a plumber
d)
Hudson is a truck salesman
24.
Nicole came out of the elevator in herapartment building. She ran to the curb andheld up her arm to hail a taxi. When shehopped in, she said, “Please take me to 34545th Street.”
You can infer that
You can infer that
a)
Nicole's car is broken
b)
Nicole is going on vacation
c)
Nicole is going shopping
d)
Nicole lives in a large city
25.
Everett held his father's hand as hecrossed the busy parking lot. They walkedinto a grocery store. Everett's dad lifted himinto the seat of the shopping cart. “Here,”said dad, “You can hold my shopping list.”
You can infer that
You can infer that
a)
Everett had never been to a grocery store
b)
Everett's dad does not shop often
c)
Everett's dad needs help with shopping.
d)
Everett is very young
26.
Joseph and Caitlin were choosing the players for their teams. It was Caitlin's turn to choose, and only Jason was left. Caitlin said, "Jason."
We can infer that…
We can infer that…
a)
Jason was the best player.
b)
Caitlin wanted Jason on her team.
c)
Jason was not a very good player.
d)
Caitlin had a hard time choosing a team member.
27.
Many breeds of dogs are used for work. In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. The dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. They also keep sheep from wandering off. Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty and gentleness. Based on your reading of the text, you can INFER that:
a)
Sheepdogs are not very smart dogs.
b)
Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.
c)
There are many breeds of dogs.
d)
Wolves are afraid of sheepdogs.
28.
Which sentence from the selection supports that the computer was not working properly?
a)
Rita took three hours to finish her homework.
b)
Ritaʼs homework was not finished.
c)
Rita had to write out her story instead of typing it.
d)
Ritaʼs homework was not done correctly.
29.
Which sentence supports that Jack is feeling sleepy?
a)
Jack went to bed late because he was at a birthday party.
b)
Jackʼs eyes were droopy and his eyelids felt really heavy.
c)
Jack put his head down on the desk.
d)
Jack was not paying attention to the lesson.
30.
What can you infer about this setting?Mr. Furlich is munching on his lunch. There is a lot of noise as he walks by the table chatting with students.
a)
Mr. Furlich is at McDonalds.
b)
He is in the office.
c)
Mr. Furlich is a runner.
d)
He is in the cafeteria.
31.
The boy was outside. The buses are gone and the hallways are empty. What can you infer?
a)
He was waiting for a taxi.
b)
He needed to go to Target.
c)
The boy missed his bus.
d)
He was late to lunch.
32.
What can you "infer" by reading the passage below?
"I hate the idea of having all those people out there watching me...I just don't like it when I'm around so many people. I wish I just could hide somewhere," whispered Violet.
"I hate the idea of having all those people out there watching me...I just don't like it when I'm around so many people. I wish I just could hide somewhere," whispered Violet.
a)
Violet can be a mean girl.
b)
Violet can be somewhat relaxed.
c)
Violet is probably somewhat shy.
d)
Violet is afraid of everything.
33.
Yoshi was in her room reading a book. Her mom called her to come downstairs and help. As Yoshi entered the kitchen, her mom handed her a pile of plates. Yoshi put them on the table and went to get the silverware and glasses.
You can infer that it is...
You can infer that it is...
a)
Dinnertime
b)
Bedtime
c)
Time for School
d)
Playtime
34.
Many breeds of dogs are used for work. In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. The dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. They also keep sheep from wandering off. Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty and gentleness. Based on your reading of the text, you can INFER that:
a)
Sheepdogs are not very smart dogs.
b)
Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.
c)
There are many breeds of dogs.
d)
Wolves are afraid of sheepdogs.
35.
Albert stormed into his apartment and threw down his lunchbox. He had just lost his job. Albert had worked for the same company for over ten years. But today he was informed that he was no longer needed. Albert didn't know what to do.
Based on what you have read, you can INFER that:
Based on what you have read, you can INFER that:
a)
Albert threw down his lunchbox.
b)
Albert's job lasted over ten years.
c)
Losing his job made Albert upset.
d)
Albert lived in a house with his parents.
36.
Due to their incredible force and unpredictability, floods can cause tremendous damage. They can ruin houses, roads and buildings. Floods can take down trees and cause mudslides. It often leaves mud, sand and debris behind. It can take months to clean up after a flood.
Based on what you have read, you can INFER that:
Based on what you have read, you can INFER that:
a)
Cleaning up after a flood can be expensive and take time.
b)
Floods only occur along the coast.
c)
Floods are not that dangerous.
d)
After flood waters dry up then the problem is over.
37.
When writers do not state the way a character feels, the writer will include details that readers must use to make inferences or form opinions about how a character feels. When you make inferences, you use:
a)
Dictionaries and Wikipedia to locate answers.
b)
Your own imagination and ignore the text.
c)
Observations, prior knowledge and experiences, and details from the text.
d)
None of the above.
38.
Wild chimpanzees are rapidly disappearing. Some people are trying to solve this problem. Otherwise, chimpanzees may one day exist only in zoos. People are trying to save the rain forests and woodlands where the chimps live from being cut down. It will take many people working together to solve this problem.
a)
Description
b)
Compare/Contrast
c)
Problem/Solution
d)
Sequential
39.
Chimpanzees and humans are alike in many ways. A baby chimp laughs when its mother tickles it. After chimpanzees fight, they kiss and make up. When one chimpanzee comforts another, it gives it a hug or pat on the back. There are, of course, many ways that chimpanzees and humans are different. Chimpanzees are smaller and stronger than humans. An adult male chimpanzee stands three or four feet tall and weighs about 100 pounds. But a chimpanzee can lift more weight than a man who is six feet tall.
a)
Compare/Contrast
b)
Problem/Solution
c)
Cause/Effect
d)
Fact/Opinion
40.
Chimps live in groups and like each other a lot, but sometimes they fight. Because they don’t want to stay angry at each other after a fight, they make up by holding a hand out to the other. They show they are sorry with pats and hugs. Then the anger goes away.
a)
Descriptive
b)
Compare/Contrast
c)
Fact/Opinion
d)
Cause/Effect
41.
A chimpanzee’s body is made for climbing and swinging in the trees. First, it uses its long arms to reach a branch. Next, with its flexible hands and feet, it grabs and hooks on to the branch. Finally, it swings from that branch to another branch of tree.
a)
Compare/Contrast
b)
Sequential
c)
Descriptive
d)
Cause/Effect
42.
All wild chimpanzees live in the huge country of Africa. They live mostly in thick green rain forests and in woodlands. The dense rain forest can be dark as night even in the daytime. They have dark brown hair, that is course. They are a vocal species making all sort of loud noises to communicate.
a)
Descriptive
b)
Cause/Effect
c)
Problem/Solution
d)
Sequnetial
43.
Ice cream is a frozen, sugary, sweet delicacy that comes in a variety of flavors. My favorite is mint chocolate chip. It is the best ever.
a)
Problem/Solution
b)
Cause/Effect
c)
Chronological
d)
Fact/Opinion
44.
Although both ice cream and veggies are food, ice cream is less healthy and eaten as a dessert.
a)
Problem/Solution
b)
Compare/Contrast
c)
Descriptive
d)
Cause/Effect
45.
Want delicious ice cream? First get a bowl and go to the freezer to get the container out. Then scoop a large amount into the bowl. Then top it with sprinkles and whipped cream. Finally enjoy it!
a)
Descriptive
b)
Problem/Solution
c)
Cause/Effect
d)
Sequential
46.
If your ice cream melts before you can finish it, put it back in the freezer for a little bit to get colder.
a)
Problem/Solution
b)
Cause/Effect
c)
Sequential
d)
Descriptive
47.
Melted ice cream that gets on your hands will make your hands very sticky and messy.
a)
Descriptive
b)
Problem/Solution
c)
Sequential
d)
Cause/Effect
48.
This type of writing includes many adjectives and sensory details.
a)
Descriptive
b)
Compare/Contrast
c)
Sequential
d)
Problem/Solution
49.
This type of writing considers similarities and differences.
a)
Descriptive
b)
Compare/Contrast
c)
Sequential
d)
Cause/Effect
50.
In this type of writing, the reader will see words/phrases such as because of, as a result of, and due to.
a)
Cause/Effect
b)
Problem/Solution
c)
Sequential
d)
Compare/Contrast
51.
This type of writing gives information step-by-step.
a)
Cause/Effect
b)
Problem/Solution
c)
Sequential
d)
Compare/Contrast
52.
Students who are frequently absent often have lower average grades than those who have good attendance. When they are out of the classroom, students do notget to see a teacher’s lessons. Even if they attend extra help, it’s usually much shorter and less detailed than the actual lesson. In addition, frequently absent students often miss tests or other assignments and don’t always make up the work.
a)
Problem/Solution
b)
Sequential
c)
Compare/Contrast
d)
Cause/Effect
53.
Every morning, I wake up at about 7:00 AM. The first thing I do is make my bed and pick out the clothes I’m going to wear. Then, I brush my teeth and take a shower. After my shower, I dry my hair and get dressed.
a)
Descriptive
b)
Compare/Contrast
c)
Sequential
d)
Fact/Opinion
54.
While oranges and lemons are both citrus fruits that grow on trees, they are different colors and have very different tastes.
a)
Descriptive
b)
Compare/Contrast
c)
Fact/Opinion
d)
Problem/Solution
55.
The school hallway carried the smell of wax, varnish, and cleaning supplies. Bright,yellow light glared into the hall through the freshly cleaned windows. This highlighted the deep scrapes in the lockers, the chips in the wall tiles, and the spider webs hanging in the corner.
a)
Descriptive
b)
Compare/Contrast
c)
Sequential
d)
Chronological
56.
Before editing your writing, the first step should be to revise. Begin by reading each paragraph separately, and then find the topic sentence for each one. Next, make sure all the sentences relate to that topic sentence. Finally, look at how the paragraphs work together. Make sure there are transitional words between each paragraph so your writing flows together smoothly.
a)
Sequential
b)
Descriptive
c)
Chronological
d)
Problem/Solution
57.
Every year, thousands of car accidents occur because of drivers distracted by their phones. The Safe Driving Corporation developed a product that will disable cell phones inside a car, and many people feel this product will help save lives.
a)
Descriptive
b)
Chronological
c)
Sequential
d)
Problem/Solution
58.
Groups of lines in a poem are called
a)
stanzas
b)
sections
c)
paragraphs
d)
parts
59.
When words end with the same sounds, the words
a)
verse
b)
rhyme
60.
When a poem repeats sounds, words, phrases, or whole lines, he or she is using
a)
rhyme
b)
stanza
c)
repetition
d)
alliteration
61.
A comparison of two unlike things using "as" or "like"
a)
hyperbole
b)
metaphor
c)
alliteration
d)
simile
62.
A direct comparison of two unlike things that does not use the words "like" or "as" in the comparison. It often uses "is" in the comparison.
a)
metaphor
b)
simile
c)
onomatopoeia
d)
adverb
63.
Repeating the same consonant at the beginning words or lines.
a)
rhyme
b)
alliteration
c)
assonance
d)
simile
64.
Giving human characteristics or qualities to an object, idea, or even an animal
a)
onomatopoeia
b)
sensory detail
c)
hyperbole
d)
personification
65.
A type of word that sounds like the thing it is describing.
a)
alliteration
b)
simile
c)
hyperbole
d)
onomatopoeia
66.
Imagery that uses words and phrases that appeal to the five senses: sight, sound, smell, touch, & taste
a)
simile
b)
tone
c)
sensory detail
d)
theme
67.
An overstatement or exaggeration. It is used to show emphasis and can often be found within a simile or metaphor
a)
tone
b)
hyperbole
c)
alliteration
d)
rhyme
68.
What is the following statement an example of?
Life is a broken-winged bird
That cannot fly
Life is a broken-winged bird
That cannot fly
a)
Simile
b)
Metaphor
69.
What is the following statement an example of?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
a)
Simile
b)
Metaphor
70.
What is the following statement an example of?
I'm a riddle in nine syllables
I'm a riddle in nine syllables
a)
Simile
b)
Metaphor
71.
What is the following statement an example of?
The very mystery of him excited her curiosity like a door that had neither lock nor key.
The very mystery of him excited her curiosity like a door that had neither lock nor key.
a)
Simile
b)
Metaphor
72.
What is the following statement an example of?
Hope is the thing with feathers
Hope is the thing with feathers
a)
SImile
b)
Metaphor
73.
"Achooo" is an example of what?
a)
metaphor
b)
onomatopoeia
c)
alliteration
d)
simile
74.
"My monkey is making me mighty mad" is an example of what?
a)
simile
b)
onomatopoeia
c)
metaphor
d)
alliteration
75.
The clock on the wall laughed at me as I tried to finish my test before class ended.
a)
personification
b)
metaphor
c)
simile
d)
hyperbole
76.
The drive to Disney World will last forever if I have to be stuck in the backseat with my pesky little sister.
a)
personification
b)
hyperbole
c)
simile
d)
metaphor
77.
An extreme exaggeration used for effect
a)
metaphor
b)
personification
c)
hyperbole
d)
simile
78.
BAM! The door shut behind me.
a)
onomatopoeia
b)
personification
c)
simile
d)
idiom
79.
Time flies by!
a)
idiom
b)
simile
c)
onomatopoeia
d)
metaphor
80.
Jack is so cool he is the James Bond of the office.
a)
Allusion
b)
Imagery
c)
Onomatopoeia
d)
Pun
81.
These boxes weigh a ton.
a)
Metaphor
b)
Pun
c)
Hyperbole
d)
Oxymoron
82.
In the park all the bees buzzed while the birds chirped.
a)
Onomatopoeia
b)
Simile
c)
Pun
d)
Hyperbole
83.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
I saw a picture of a dog that had been lost in the morning news.
I saw a picture of a dog that had been lost in the morning news.
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
84.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
My tutor demonstrated some of the various ways and methods for cutting words from my essay.
My tutor demonstrated some of the various ways and methods for cutting words from my essay.
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
85.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
Delirious and behaving strangely
Delirious and behaving strangely
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
86.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
Whenever there is a drought, I make sure to limit my water usage.
Whenever there is a drought, I make sure to limit my water usage.
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
87.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
At the mall instead of at the movies, my father saw me hanging out.
At the mall instead of at the movies, my father saw me hanging out.
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
88.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
We were stranded at the airport until my dad came to pick us up.
We were stranded at the airport until my dad came to pick us up.
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
89.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
He really is unstoppable.
He really is unstoppable.
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
90.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
Dangerous situations can occur when people disobey rules that have been established for the safety of all.
Dangerous situations can occur when people disobey rules that have been established for the safety of all.
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
91.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
Because it really doesn't matter at this point.
Because it really doesn't matter at this point.
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
92.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
I read that a dog saved a family from a fire in the newspaper.
I read that a dog saved a family from a fire in the newspaper.
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
93.
Identify the usage error in this sentence:
I read that a dog saved a family from a fire in the newspaper.
I read that a dog saved a family from a fire in the newspaper.
a)
It contains a misplaced or dangling modifier
b)
It is wordy and redundant
c)
It is an incomplete sentence
d)
It has no errors in usage
94.
What type of figurative language is used?
Yellow butterflies flickered along the shade like flecks of sun.
Yellow butterflies flickered along the shade like flecks of sun.
a)
hyperbole
b)
metaphor
c)
simile
d)
idiom
95.
What type of figurative language is used?
I am smart enough not to bite the hand that feeds me.
I am smart enough not to bite the hand that feeds me.
a)
hyperbole
b)
metaphor
c)
simile
d)
idiom
96.
What type of sentence is this:
As long as the weather is nice tomorrow, we can have a picnic or we can ride the bus.
As long as the weather is nice tomorrow, we can have a picnic or we can ride the bus.
a)
simple
b)
compound
c)
complex
d)
compound-complex
97.
What type of sentence is this:
Please do not be offended by my uncle for he is honest, not malicious.
Please do not be offended by my uncle for he is honest, not malicious.
a)
simple
b)
compound
c)
complex
d)
compound-complex
98.
What type of sentence is this:
We were stranded at the airport until my dad came to pick us up.
We were stranded at the airport until my dad came to pick us up.
a)
simple
b)
compound
c)
complex
d)
compound-complex
99.
What type of sentence is this:
The Constitution established the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government.
The Constitution established the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government.
a)
simple
b)
compound
c)
complex
d)
compound-complex
100.
_______________ are words use to stand in place of a noun.
a)
similes
b)
pronouns
c)
clauses
d)
verbs
101.
Which of the following is grammatically correct?
a)
Avery sent Avery's letter on Tuesday.
b)
Avery sent their letter on Tuesday.
c)
Avery sent her letter on Tuesday.
d)
Avery sent she's letter on Tuesday.
102.
Which of the following is grammatically correct?
a)
Neither Phillip nor James had their permission slip.
b)
Neither Phillip nor James had his permission slip.
c)
Neither Phillip nor James did not have their permission slip.
d)
Permission slips neither Phillip nor James did have.
103.
Select the answer that is punctuated and written correctly.
a)
I have always loved running; therefore, I go jogging daily.
b)
Therefore I have always loved running so I do it every day.
c)
Every day I run therefore it is my favorite thing.
d)
I have always loved running, therefore; I go jogging daily.
104.
Choose the sentences that are punctuated correctly. (one answer)
a)
Some people believe that bagels are the best breakfast food alternatively. Many believe donuts to be the superior morning food.
b)
Some people believe that bagels are the best breakfast food. Alternatively; many believe donuts to be the superior morning food.
c)
Some people believe that bagels are the best breakfast food. Alternatively, many believe donuts to be the superior morning food.
105.
Darrell is one of the ______ of his uncle's estate.
a)
airs
b)
heirs
106.
The cat ______ the couch every day.
a)
clause
b)
claws
107.
Allan wants to _______ the turkey.
a)
baste
b)
based
108.
I want to go to ______ house.
a)
they're
b)
there
c)
their
109.
I need to go over _____.
a)
they're
b)
there
c)
their
110.
Do not eat _____ cookies, because ______ nasty.
a)
there and they're
b)
they're and their
c)
their and they're
d)
there and their
111.
Which is the correct sentence using an appositive (or interrupter)?
a)
My friend who is a sophomore likes to eat tacos on Tuesday.
b)
My friend who is a sophomore, likes to eat tacos on Tuesday.
c)
My friend, who is a sophomore, likes to eat tacos on Tuesday.
d)
My friend, who is a sophomore, likes to eat tacos, on Tuesday.
112.
Which is the correct sentence using an appositive (or interrupter)?
a)
My mom, a nurse drives a red car.
b)
My mom, a nurse, drives a red car.
c)
My mom a nurse drives a red car.
d)
My mom a nurse, drives a red car.
113.
Where does the semicolon go in this sentence?
"Dad is going bald his hair is getting thinner and thinner."
"Dad is going bald his hair is getting thinner and thinner."
a)
Dad;
b)
bald;
c)
getting;
d)
hair;
114.
Which is the correct sentence using an introductory phrase?
a)
Furthermore, it is our duty to elect the President.
b)
However we still need to elect the President.
c)
Tired and frustrated, the man, left the room.
115.
Which is the proper use of a colon?
a)
My favorite foods include the following: hamburgers,cake, and pizza.
b)
My favorite foods include hamburgers: pizza and cake.
c)
My favorite foods include cake: pizza and hamburgers.
116.
Which one is correct?
"All of the different ____ from around the county met together to share their prize livestock."
"All of the different ____ from around the county met together to share their prize livestock."
a)
farmers
b)
farmers'
c)
farmer's
117.
Which one is correct?
"The desk was very wobbly because one of _____ legs was broken."
"The desk was very wobbly because one of _____ legs was broken."
a)
it's
b)
its
c)
its'
118.
The president of our club, _____ is known for giving long speeches, said only a few words before our club activities began.
Which word correctly completes the sentence?
Which word correctly completes the sentence?
a)
that
b)
which
c)
whom
d)
who
119.
Which underlined word should be changed to correct an error in pronoun usage? (word in red)
a)
That fish that Amy caught was huge.
b)
The woman who is smiling is my teacher.
c)
The boy which won the prize is my brother.
d)
The cake that my cousin baked is ready to eat.
120.
The meaning of the root "photo" helps you to know that the word "photograph" means ________.
a)
a picture taken with color.
b)
a picture taken in the heat.
c)
a picture taken in the cold.
d)
a picture taken with light.
121.
what is the difference between Accept and except
a)
There is no difference
b)
Accept is a verb and Except is a preposition
c)
the have different meanings but they are both verbs
122.
The word "at" should not be used after the word "where." True or false?
a)
True
b)
False
123.
That and which refers to things, who refers to ______
a)
all nouns
b)
people
124.
Which sentence correctly shows how to use a comma to set off an introductory element?
a)
First, I will get up and brush my teeth.
b)
Finally I am happy now I am, going to smile.
c)
Well she is not nice,
d)
Really nice to see, you.
125.
Choose the sentence that correctly shows how to use a comma when listing items in a series.
a)
She likes to go to the movies, and eat a lot of popcorn.
b)
My aunt has four daughters. Their names are Andrea, Michelle Rebecca, and Monica.
c)
I am going to brush my teeth, wash my face, and put on my pajamas before I go to sleep.
d)
Would you like to eat pizza, spaghetti tacos, or chicken nuggets for lunch?
126.
The following sentence uses a comma correctly:
This present is for you, Kim.
This present is for you, Kim.
a)
True
b)
False
127.
Penelope walked across the street to the bakery.
a)
3rd person objective
b)
3rd person limited
c)
3rd person OMNISCIENT
d)
1st person
128.
I thought I saw a bee, but it was only a fly.
a)
3rd person limited
b)
2nd person
c)
3rd person objective
d)
1st person
129.
We go to the mountains every winter for vacation.
a)
3rd person objective
b)
1st person
c)
3rd person limited
d)
2nd person
130.
Mom and dad watch television in the evenings. They take turns choosing what shows to watch. Last night was mom's turn to choose, but she could not decide what to watch, so dad chose football.
a)
3rd person
b)
3rd person OMNISCIENT
c)
3rd person limited
d)
3rd person objective
131.
John's neighbor is angry because John plays loud music every day. John is frustrated at his neighbor because his neighbor complains too much. They talked about it and came to a compromise--John will still play his loud music every day, but will only play for 1 hour instead of 2.
a)
3rd person OMNISCIENT
b)
3rd person limited
c)
3rd person objective
d)
1st person
132.
To make toast you need to put two slices of bread in the toaster. Press the button. When the toast pops up it is finished and you are ready to eat it. Put butter, jelly, or peanut butter on it for a delicious treat!
a)
1st person
b)
3rd person limited
c)
2nd person
d)
3rd person objective
133.
"True love can conquer anything" is an example of a story's what?
a)
Main Idea
b)
Motto
c)
Summary
d)
Theme
134.
When a character changes throughout a story due to the events of the plot, he or she is considered to be a
a)
Champion
b)
Dynamic Character
c)
Changed Character
d)
Static Character
135.
Conflict that involves an outside force
a)
Star Wars
b)
External
c)
Internal
d)
Outer
136.
The moment of highest interest, emotion, or intensity within a story. The turning point.
a)
rising action
b)
peak
c)
exposition
d)
climax
137.
The type of conflict that involves one's battle within one's self.
a)
Man vs. Man
b)
Internal Conflict
c)
External Conflict
d)
Man vs. Nature
138.
The opposing character or force to the main character
a)
protagonist
b)
antagonist
c)
plankton
d)
villian
139.
The situation and climate are parts of which part of plot?
a)
Exposition
b)
Rising Action
c)
Resolution
d)
Climax
140.
In the exposition the reader is, typically, introduced to the setting, situation/climate, and the
a)
conflict
b)
characters
c)
climax
d)
point of view
141.
A character that does not really change throughout a story is what type of character?
a)
round
b)
static
c)
dynamic
d)
boring
142.
Benjamin went to the register to pay for his baseball.
The word register in this sentence means
The word register in this sentence means
a)
object that holds money.
b)
enroll in a course of study.
c)
indicate or show.
d)
have an effect on a person.
143.
Alexandra solved the complicated math problem in a novel way.
What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence above?
What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence above?
a)
ancient
b)
fiction
c)
new
d)
book
144.
The sculptor showed a high degree of skill on Mount Rushmore.
In the sentence above, the word degree means
In the sentence above, the word degree means
a)
award
b)
unit of temperature.
c)
level
d)
understanding.
145.
He wrote stories in his own fashion.
The word fashion in this sentence means
The word fashion in this sentence means
a)
to give shape.
b)
manner
c)
to adapt.
d)
style of dress.
146.
True or False: The protagonist is the good guy.
a)
True
b)
False
147.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the movie Mean Girls, the main character has trepidation about starting high school; she has been raised in Africa and is worried that she won't fit in.
In the movie Mean Girls, the main character has trepidation about starting high school; she has been raised in Africa and is worried that she won't fit in.
a)
anger
b)
excitement
c)
humor
d)
fear
148.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In Frozen, Prince Hans had lofty expectations for how much control he would have over Arandelle because of his impending marriage to Anna.
In Frozen, Prince Hans had lofty expectations for how much control he would have over Arandelle because of his impending marriage to Anna.
a)
small
b)
shaky
c)
high
d)
lowly
149.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In The Lion King, Simba led a covert life after being scared away from Pride Rock; even his family didn't know he was alive.
In The Lion King, Simba led a covert life after being scared away from Pride Rock; even his family didn't know he was alive.
a)
hidden
b)
helpful
c)
loud
d)
meaningful
150.
Tim looked out the window. The house looked so lonely. Tim's father put the last suitcase in the trunk and started up the car. Thor, his dog, put his head on Tim's lap, like he understood how Tim was feeling. "It's okay Thor," he said, "Dad says we will like California." What is happening?
a)
Tim is sad because his dog doesn't have a house to live in.
b)
Tim is taking a trip to visit peolpe he doesn't know.
c)
Tim is taking Thor to live with his grandmother.
d)
Tim is moving to California with his family.
151.
The authors attitude toward the subject of the text.
a)
tone
b)
metaphor
c)
simile
d)
theme
152.
The part of a story when all loose ends are tied up.
a)
Exposition
b)
Resolution
c)
Falling Action
d)
Main Idea
153.
Events that occur leading up to the climax
a)
pre-climatic
b)
internal events
c)
rising actions
d)
early motivation
154.
Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the movie Maleficent, a vengeful fairy curses an infant child.
In the movie Maleficent, a vengeful fairy curses an infant child.
a)
harmful
b)
magical
c)
hated
d)
scary
155.
The time and location where a story takes place
a)
climate
b)
mood
c)
theme
d)
setting
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