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WorksheetsCBA Review
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 3hrs 51mins
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1.
Again they searched meticulously, but no keys. If you did something meticulously, you would be-
a)
feeling silly.
b)
working very carefully.
c)
trying to finish quickly.
d)
trying to find something.
2.
Tanya loved her dad, but she wondered why she was so organized when he was so haphazard. A person who is haphazard is-
a)
lost
b)
lovable
c)
worried
d)
disorganized
3.
Maybe you mislaid the keys in a cabinet, instead of putting them where they belong. Choose the best definition for the word mislaid.
a)
lost
b)
found
c)
mixed
d)
looked for
4.
Tonya was relaxing with a magazine when her father walked in, looking perturbed and sounding annoyed, too. What words give you clues to the meaning of perturbed?
a)
can you help me
b)
her father walked in
c)
sounding annoyed, too
d)
relaxing with a magazine
5.
Luis was adamant and insisted, "But Mom said she was preparing dinner tonight!" The word that best defines adamant is-
a)
happy
b)
unsure
c)
nervous
d)
stubborn
6.
Luis pondered the idea, remaining deep in thought for half a minute or so. What does pondered mean?
a)
rejected
b)
laughed at
c)
agreed with
d)
thought about
7.
In late 2006, apiarists in the U.S. began reporting that their honey bees were dying. Some of these beekeepers lost 90 percent of their hives. What is the best definition of apiarists?
a)
hives
b)
problems
c)
honeybees
d)
beekeepers
8.
Other potential causes are stresses, such as poor environmental conditions or lack of proper nutrition. What clue word means almost the same as potential?
a)
stresses
b)
possible
c)
modified
d)
suggested
9.
These could make bees vulnerable so that diseases and pests can harm them more easily. Someone who is vulnerable is able to be-
a)
hurt
b)
modified
c)
ruled out
d)
recognnized
10.
However, without a known cause or cure, CCD remains a conundrum. A conundrum is a-
a)
cost of food.
b)
known cause.
c)
puzzling problem.
d)
cure for a disease.
11.
When he didn’t understand the instructions, the student asked the teacher to CLARIFY them.
a)
remove
b)
call
c)
explain
d)
stop
12.
Greg begged his parents to PERMIT him to watch more television, but they said he had to finish his homework.
a)
explore
b)
judge
c)
allow
13.
Robert Jordan could walk well enough himself and he knew from following him since before daylight that the old man could walk him to death. Robert Jordan trusted the man, Anselmo, so far, in everything except judgment. He had not yet had an opportunity to test his judgment, and, anyway, the judgment was his own responsibility."
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
14.
Then looked behind him and saw that no land was visible. “That makes no difference,” he . “I can always come in on the glow from Havana.”
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
15.
Joe reached down to pick up the shards of glass around Ester's bare feet. Bright, tiny beads of red welled up from between her toes. She didn't move, but the sting of the splinters was like a file to the anger she hid with smile. Fine, she thought nastily . He could dump her, alright, just as soon as paid the bill racked up on credit card for that Germany trip. Until then, he'd be lucky to use the bathroom without her behind him. "It's alright," she said deliberately calm.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
16.
Ester smiled brightly at his back, shrugged casually, and kept voice smooth as she reassured, "I'm not going anywhere." to laugh as she saw his shoulders almost flinch.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
17.
I reached down to pick up the shards of glass around Ester's bare feet. She didn't move, but her tension was like the skin on the bright, tiny beads of blood. I curse, and, like an idiot, grabbed at a piece of glass. It pierced my thumb like a knife.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
18.
John looked nervously at Patty as she reached into the cage without hesitation. She seemed to not to be scared of snakes in the slightest.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
19.
I then took up three planks from the flooring of the chamber and deposited his body there.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
20.
In the brightest of the morning sun he laughed at fears.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
21.
They sat down next to the fire. Mary daydreaming longingly and Mark nervously tapping his armrest.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
22.
Burt looked up uneasily. “Not necessarily so, ma’am. It could be raining here and not snowing there, but I’d say there is a chance of snow.”
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
23.
For a while, as they walked, they carried in them a measure of contentment; some of serenity and the cleanliness of the big warm kitchen inside .
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
24.
I was fortunate to have had those old and wise viejitos as guides into the world of nature and knowledge. They taught me with their stories; taught me the magic of words.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
25.
The man sat along in his house. But as time went by, grew and to lonelier. The woman, on the other hand, kept walking her footsteps fast and angry and her gaze fixed straight ahead.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
26.
He only wanted to live with his wife...in peace, in happiness, and love.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
27.
“I really feel it.” He winked at me and he went on his way off to work, leaving me in his dust.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
28.
The president’s friends were worried about safety. They feared that rebel sympathizers would try to kidnap or kill him. Lincoln himself had been living with fear and rumors of his assassination for years.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
29.
I went down to open the door for what had I NOW to fear?
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
30.
He turned , and with a firm and rapid step he walked across the empty space. Every heart stopped beating, every breath was held, every eye was fixed immovably, on that man.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
31.
I was watching through the finder of my camera. I saw the cobra spread and strike as I clicked the shutter.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
32.
Lemon Brown didn’t move. Greg felt himself near panic. The steps came closer and still Lemon didn't move.
a)
1st Person
b)
3rd Person Limited
c)
3rd Person Omniscient
d)
3rd Person Objective
33.
What is the definition of an "internal" conflict?
a)
A hero in a story that saves many lives.
b)
A problem that a character has with other characters.
c)
A struggle between a character and a family member.
d)
An issue that a character faces within him/her self.
34.
What is conflict?
a)
Two characters getting along.
b)
A struggle between two opposing forces.
c)
The climax in a story.
d)
Part of the resolution.
35.
What is the definition of an "external" conflict?
a)
An issue between a character and an outside force.
b)
A problem within the story.
c)
A struggle that a character has within him/her self.
d)
A problem caused by the protagonist.
36.
What is an example of an INTERNAL conflict?
a)
individual vs. individual
b)
individual vs. supernatural
c)
individual vs. nature
d)
individual vs. self
37.
In "Twilight," Edward & Jacob battle for Bella's affection.
a)
individual vs. individual
b)
individual vs. nature
c)
individual vs. society
d)
individual vs. self
38.
Elsa has to be hidden away from the outside world because of her secret magical powers.
a)
individual vs. individual
b)
individual vs. nature
c)
individual vs. society
d)
individual vs. self
39.
Sarah was accepted into her top choice for college, however, it is the most expensive one on her list. Should she sacrifice her family's wallet to attend the school of her dreams, or should she be conservative and consider other schools?
a)
individual vs. individual
b)
individual vs. supernatural
c)
individual vs. technology
d)
individual vs. self
40.
a)
individual vs. individual
b)
individual vs. supernatural
c)
individual vs. nature
d)
individual vs. self
41.
Although he has facial deformities, Auggie from the book Wonder struggles with being accepted by his classmates. This is an example of...
a)
Internal conflict
b)
External conflict
42.
individual vs. individual is ...
a)
a character in conflict with society
b)
Internal/mental conflict
c)
Two or more characters in conflict
d)
Environmental conflict such as a hurricane
43.
a)
individual vs. society
b)
individual vs. nature
c)
individual vs. individual
d)
individual vs. self
44.
A plane crashed on an island in the middle of the ocean. Chuck had to survive ... all on his own!
a)
individual vs. self
b)
individual vs. technology
c)
individual vs. nature
d)
individual vs. society
45.
A small town is taken hostage by a pack of blood-sucking vampires.
a)
individual vs. supernatural
b)
individual vs. individual
c)
individual vs. technology
d)
individual vs. self
46.
Alex can't stay awake in class because she stays up all night on her phone. She can't bring herself to turn off the phone.
a)
individual vs. nature
b)
individual vs. individual
c)
individual vs. society
d)
individual vs. technology
47.
He wants to ask someone to the dance but he's too scared.
a)
individual vs. individual
b)
individual vs. self
c)
individual vs. nature
d)
individual vs. society
48.
In directions, the author's purpose is to:
a)
Persuade
b)
Inform
c)
Entertain
49.
Advertisements are created to:
a)
Persuade
b)
Inform
c)
Entertain
50.
In a non-fiction book, the author's purpose is to:
a)
Persuade
b)
Inform
c)
Entertain
51.
"I am as hungry as a bear!" The kind of figurative language used here is _______
a)
simile and personification
b)
personification
c)
simile
d)
metaphor
52.
"Time flies by!" The kind of figurative language used here is _______
a)
idiom
b)
simile
c)
onomatopoeia
d)
metaphor
53.
The wind whistled through the trees during the storm.
a)
personification
b)
simile
c)
metaphor
d)
idiom
54.
"The raindrops danced on the tabletop." The kind of figurative language used here is _______
a)
alliteration
b)
simile
c)
personification
d)
idiom
55.
A comparison between 2 unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'
a)
simile
b)
metaphor
c)
hyperbole
d)
personification
56.
"The last day of school is like a day at the beach - easy and relaxing." The kind of figurative language used here is _______
a)
personification
b)
hyperbole
c)
metaphor
d)
simile
57.
What's the meaning of this simile?
"My mom can be as fiery as a volcano when I don't do my chores on time."
"My mom can be as fiery as a volcano when I don't do my chores on time."
a)
Her hair is red.
b)
She talks really loudly.
c)
She gets really angry.
d)
She spits when she talks.
58.
What's the meaning of this metaphor?
"After all the fans left the stadium, the bleachers were a disaster area."
"After all the fans left the stadium, the bleachers were a disaster area."
a)
Trash and leftover food and drinks littered the ground.
b)
Lots of caution tape was used to block off sections.
c)
Reporters were everywhere trying to catch a story.
d)
After the game, a tornado hit.
59.
What's the meaning of this hyperbole?
"Shawn would move mountains for Angela."
"Shawn would move mountains for Angela."
a)
Shawn and Angela like to climb mountains together.
b)
Shawn paints pictures of mountain scenes.
c)
Shawn would do anything for Angela.
d)
Angela is really pretty.
60.
What's the meaning of this personification?
"The camera loves me!"
"The camera loves me!"
a)
Photography is one of my hobbies.
b)
I own an expensive camera.
c)
Photos of me are always really good.
d)
I like to visit art museums.
61.
"Just like a moth drawn to a flame
Oh, you lured me in, I couldn't sense the pain."
Is an example of...
Oh, you lured me in, I couldn't sense the pain."
Is an example of...
a)
simile
b)
hyperbole
c)
alliteration
d)
imagery
62.
"My heart's a stereo." The kind of figurative language used here is _______
a)
Simile
b)
Metaphor
c)
Onomatopoeia
d)
Alliteration
63.
"The stars will cry." The kind of figurative language used here is _______
a)
Metaphor
b)
Personification
c)
Alliteration
d)
Onomatopoeia
64.
"You, with your voice like nails." The kind of figurative language used here is _______
a)
Metaphor
b)
Alliteration
c)
Simile
d)
Onomatopoeia
65.
I need to check my room for ________________. My room must be neat and tidy.
a)
clenlyness
b)
cleanliness
c)
cleanlyniss
d)
cleanlines
66.
When I was walking along the sidewalk, I noticed a crack in the _______________.
a)
pavment
b)
pavemint
c)
pavement
d)
payvemnt
67.
I have a _____________ for puppies. They are so cute and irresistible.
a)
fondnes
b)
fondness
c)
fondnis
d)
fodness
68.
We were out of money and were left _______________.
a)
penniless
b)
pennyless
c)
penyliss
d)
peniless
69.
The doctor gave me medicine for my __________.
a)
ilness
b)
illnes
c)
illniss
d)
illness
70.
Her ________________ of the dog was kind.
a)
treetment
b)
treatmint
c)
treetmint
d)
treatment
71.
My ______________ caused me to drop the vase.
a)
clumziness
b)
clumsiness
c)
clomsyness
d)
clumsiniss
72.
____________________ is still in the United States.
a)
washington
b)
washngtin
c)
Washington
d)
Woshingon
73.
Did you measure the __________ of the table?
a)
tickness
b)
thickness
c)
thikness
d)
thickniss
74.
Where do commas belong in the following sentence?
For better or for worse we committed to the task.
For better or for worse we committed to the task.
a)
For better or for worse we committed, to the task.
b)
For better, or for worse we committed to the task.
c)
For better or for worse, we committed to the task.
75.
Where do commas belong in the following sentence?
Our new kittens which could not find their mother meowed loudly.
Our new kittens which could not find their mother meowed loudly.
a)
Our new kittens, which could not find their mother, meowed loudly.
b)
Our new kittens which could not find their mother, meowed loudly.
c)
Our new kittens, which could not find their mother meowed loudly.
76.
Where do commas belong in the following sentence?
Marsha and Bill will you please stop arguing?
Marsha and Bill will you please stop arguing?
a)
Marsha and Bill, will you please stop arguing?
b)
Marsha, and Bill will you please stop arguing?
c)
Marsha and Bill will you, please, stop arguing?
77.
Where do commas belong in the following sentence?
The Battle of Gettysburg began on July 1 1863.
The Battle of Gettysburg began on July 1 1863.
a)
The Battle of Gettysburg began on July 1 1863.
b)
The Battle of Gettysburg began on July 1, 1863.
c)
The Battle of Gettysburg began on July, 1 1863.
78.
Where do commas belong in the following sentence?
Grandmother's old quilt filled with soft eiderdown was a family heirloom.
Grandmother's old quilt filled with soft eiderdown was a family heirloom.
a)
Grandmother's old quilt, filled with soft eiderdown, was a family heirloom.
b)
Grandmother's old quilt filled with soft, eiderdown was a family heirloom.
c)
Grandmother's old quilt, filled with soft eiderdown was a family heirloom.
79.
Where do commas belong in the following sentence?
I must mow the lawn trim the bushes and weed the garden.
I must mow the lawn trim the bushes and weed the garden.
a)
I must mow the lawn, trim the bushes and weed the garden.
b)
I must mow the lawn trim the bushes, and weed the garden.
c)
I must mow the lawn, trim the bushes, and weed the garden.
80.
________, Sally woke up and went to breakfast. Then, she brushed her teeth and hair. Finally, she put on her clothes and shoes.
a)
In conclusion
b)
To begin with
c)
Eventually
d)
Then
81.
________ you put the cheese on your crust, don't forget to lather it with marinara sauce.
a)
Next
b)
Before
c)
Initially
d)
Later
82.
You were supposed to arrive at work at 12:00 sharp. ________, your boss was in a meeting and didn't notice you slip in the back.
a)
However
b)
Beforehand
c)
Basically
d)
Later
83.
Brian woke up with a headache; he missed his school bus, forgot his lunch money and got a C on his math test. ________, he was having a rotten day.
a)
Second
b)
Meanwhile
c)
To sum it up
d)
Finally
84.
I left my keys at home. _______, I need to either get a ride with you or stay and wait for my mom.
a)
First
b)
In spite of
c)
Therefore
d)
Because
85.
I'm afraid to jump into the lake because I can't swim. ______, my Grandma packed me a lifejacket.
a)
Then
b)
However
c)
For example
d)
Although
86.
My brother is my best friend. He is always willing to go the extra mile to help me. ______, the other day he helped me study until 1:00 AM.
a)
For example
b)
Additionally
c)
As a result
d)
Furthermore
87.
What is the best way to combine the following sentences:
A mammoth looked like an elephant. A mammoth was bigger.
A mammoth looked like an elephant. A mammoth was bigger.
a)
a)A mammoth looked like an elephant, but it was bigger.
b)
a)A mammoth looked like an elephant but it was bigger.
c)
a)A mammoth looked like an elephant, it was bigger.
d)
a)The sentences are correct.
88.
What is the BEST way to combine these sentences?
The scientist had heard of the ghost horse.
The scientist became suspicious.
The scientist had heard of the ghost horse.
The scientist became suspicious.
a)
The scientist had heard of the ghost horse ,and became suspicious.
b)
Although the scientist had heard of the ghost horse, he became suspicious.
c)
The scientist had heard of the ghost horse and became suspicious.
d)
The scientist had heard of the ghost horse.
The scientist became suspicious.
The scientist became suspicious.
89.
No one was ever able to overtake the fleeing phantom. It always seemed to disappear into thin air.
a)
No one was ever able to overtake the fleeing phantom, it always seemed to disappear into thin air.
b)
No one was ever able to overtake the fleeing phantom; always seemed to disappear.
c)
No one was ever able to overtake the fleeing phantom because it always seemed to disappear into thin air.
d)
No one was ever able to overtake the fleeing phantom ; becuase it always seemed to disappear into thin air.
90.
Megan is my neighbor.
Megan attends Martin High School.
Megan attends Martin High School.
a)
Megan attends Martin High School ,and Megan is my neighbor.
b)
Megan is my neighbor she attends Martin High School
c)
Megan, my neighbor, attends Martin High School.
d)
Megan is my neighbor because she attends Martin High School.
91.
What is the best way to combine the following sentences:
Carla, and Bob weren't paying attention to the teacher.
They couldn't do their homework.
Carla, and Bob weren't paying attention to the teacher.
They couldn't do their homework.
a)
Carla and Bob weren't paying attention to the teacher, so they couldn't do their homework.
b)
Carla and Bob weren't paying attention to the teacher.
c)
They couldn't do their homework. They weren't paying attention to the teacher.
d)
When Carla and Bob couldn't do their homework, they gave their attention to the teacher.
92.
Tiffany held her breath as her teacher returned the math test the class had taken last week. Tiffany had not studied very hard or long for the test, and she was worried about her grade. Her teacher handed Tiffany her test. Tiffany groaned and put her head down on her desk.
It is likely that:
It is likely that:
a)
Tiffany earned a bad grade on the test
b)
Tiffany received a good grade on the test
c)
Tiffany is tired
d)
Tiffany is angry at her teacher
93.
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 people he doesn't know.
c)
Tim is taking Thor to live with his grandmother.
d)
Tim is moving to California with his family.
94.
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
95.
Mr. Martin looked at his watch. Then, he took a bus list out of his bag and looked at it for a moment. A few minutes later, he looked at his watch again and sighed.
Why does Mr. Martin keep looking at his watch?
Why does Mr. Martin keep looking at his watch?
a)
the bus is late
b)
his watch is broken
c)
his watch is cool
d)
his car is out of gas
96.
Joseph and Caitlin were choosing the players for their teams. It was Caitlin's turn to choose, and only Jason was left. "Jason" Caitlin said with a sigh.
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.
97.
Which sentence suggests that Joanna rode her bike to school?
a)
Joannaʼs hair was a little messy when she got to school.
b)
Joanna crossed three streets on her way to school.
c)
Joanna went four blocks on her way to school.
d)
Joanna had to put her helmet inside the classroom closet.
98.
Mike had fun hiking in the woods and doing crafts. He also really enjoyed the campfire sing-a-long and had made a lot of new friends. Still, he was glad that tomorrow he would be going home.
Where is Mike?
Where is Mike?
a)
at camp
b)
at a slumber party
c)
on a picnic
d)
in California
99.
As I walked in the door, I was amazed at the beautiful colors and smells. I knew it would be hard to decide what I would buy with my $3. The chocolate truffles looked delicious, but they were expensive. The jelly beans were not only cheaper, but so colorful! With so much to choose from, I knew I would be here a long time. Where am I?
a)
Gas station
b)
Candy store
c)
Grocery store
d)
Shoe store
100.
Rachel was on her way to volunteer at the animal shelter. She was very excited! She really liked dogs. Her brother was allergic to dogs, however, so she was rarely around them. Rachel had a lot of fun playing with the puppies, but after her shift, itchy bumps appeared on her arms.
It is likely that:
It is likely that:
a)
Mosquitoes bit Rachel
b)
Rachel is allergic to dogs, too
c)
Rachel fell in poison ivy
d)
Rachel was already sick
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