Free Printable 5th Grade ELA Review

1.

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

2.

What is the difference between retelling and summarizing?

a)

A summary is a long detailed paragraph and a retell is not.

b)

A retell is telling about all the events while a summary only talks about main ideas.

c)

Retelling and summarizing are the same thing.

d)

Retelling is a word used for little kids and summarizing is used for big kids.

3.

If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!
What is the main idea?

a)

Sometimes people feel sad.

b)

You should do good things for others.

c)

We're not always happy.

d)

There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

4.

When two unlike things are being compared using like or as, it is called a

a)

simile

b)

hyperbole

c)

idiom

d)

metaphor

5.

"My flowers were begging for water on the hot summer day" is an example of:

a)

antonym

b)

metaphor

c)

personification

d)

hyperbole

6.

What is the theme of this story?

a)

Don't steal

b)

Look both ways before crossing the street.

c)

Necessity is the mother of invention.

d)

One good turn deserves another.

7.

What is the theme of this story?

a)

Eat your vegetables.

b)

Don't brag. Be modest.

c)

Don't talk to strangers.

d)

Necessity is the mother of invention.

8.

What type of figurative language is shown below:
EX: The cool lake water glistened like diamonds in the sun.

a)

symbolism

b)

personification

c)

metaphor

d)

similes

9.

When he didn’t understand the instructions, the student asked the teacher to CLARIFY them.
Clarify means:

a)

remove

b)

call

c)

explain

d)

stop

10.

The thought of eating a rat is ABHORRENT to most people.
Abhorrent means:

a)

fun

b)

horrible

c)

delicious

d)

exciting

11.

Read the passage below. Which word or words best helps you understand the meaning of the word obedient?

The obedient child always followed her mother's requests. That night, she brushed her teeth, folded her clothes, and went to bed before her mother had to come in and remind her.

a)

Followed her mother's requests

b)

Folded her clothes

c)

Brushed her teeth

d)

That night

12.

First hand account is written in

a)

first person point of view

b)

second person point of view

c)

third person point of view

13.

Choose the example of a first hand account

a)

interview

b)

encyclopedia

c)

textbook

d)

nonfiction books

14.

You can find 3rd person point of view by finding

a)

I, me, we, us

b)

he, she, they, characters' names

c)

you, your

15.

You read a book about World War I. It includes letters written from the soldiers to their loved ones back home in America, telling them about the war. The letters are...

a)

firsthand account

b)

secondhand account

16.

The lost campers SWELTERED in the heat of the desert sun.
Sweltered means:

a)

ate

b)

burned

c)

slept

d)

sunbathed

17.

Understanding the Mystery of Myths
Unicorn, a Mythical Creature
By: Sue Peterson
Susan knew that her language arts teacher encouraged the students to become better writers by keeping a journal of stories. Mr. Christiansen would assign topics every night, but once in awhile there would be a free choice writing and the students could write about any topic of their choice. When Mr. Christiansen announced that Wednesday’s topic would be free choice, Susan was delighted. She knew just what to write about. She wanted to write about unicorns.
Pick the sentence below that would explain why Susan was delighted about the writing topic

a)

"She knew just what to write about."

b)

"Peterson Susan knew that her language arts teacher encouraged the students to become writers."

c)

" When Mr. Christiansen announced that Wednesday's topic would be free choice..."

d)

" She wanted to write about Unicorns."

18.

"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.
What can you infer about Violet?

a)

She is energetic

b)

She is shy

c)

She is mean

d)

She hates people

19.

Which of the following options are NOT the correct way to quote the text?

a)

The author said,"She would love the reading class."

b)

" The place was fun."

c)

In paragraph two it states, "Pumpkins are really flowers first."

d)

In the book it states,"Mr. Kim was a bad teacher."

20.

During a baseball game, Tanner tried to tag a player leaving first base. When the umpire called the player out, Tanner immediately informed the umpire that he in fact did not tag the runner. Two weeks later, the very same umpire was at another one of Tanner’s baseball games. Tanner was playing short stop and tagged a runner as they approached third base. When the umpire called the player safe, Tanner didn’t say a word, but the umpire noticed the surprised look on Tanner’s face. “Did you tag the runner?” she asked Tanner. When Tanner told her that he did tag the runner, the umpire changed her decision and called the player out. The coaches and parents were furious, but the umpire stood by her decision.
What is the theme?

a)

You should cheat to win.

b)

Always work hard.

c)

It pays to be honest.

d)

Teamwork is best.

21.

It started when they got to the bears. Peter felt tired and his stomach hurt. He dragged himself over to see the elephants, which were eating from a stack of hay. Normally, the elephants were his favorite. Without much interest, Peter followed his classmates to the camels, which were busy swatting flies with their tails. Peter knew he should be having fun at the zoo, but he just felt terrible and all he wanted to do was lie down and rest. Even the lions and tigers did not interest him now.
The Summary of this passage is:

a)

Peter's favorite animals were the elephants.

b)

The camels were swatting flies with their tails.

c)

It was really hot at the zoo.

d)

Peter didn't enjoy the zoo because he felt really bad.

22.

Read the sentence. . . . the girl and her act of honesty will be etched in my memory forever. What is the meaning of the red phrase in the sentence?

a)

The narrator will always remember what happened.

b)

The narrator wants to forget what happened.

c)

The narrator becomes upset when thinking about the event.

d)

The narrator wants to create a picture of the event.

23.

We go to the mountains every winter for vacation.
What point of view is this statement written from?

a)

3rd person objective

b)

1st person

c)

3rd person limited

d)

2nd person

24.

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.
What point of view is this story written from?

a)

3rd person OMNISCIENT

b)

3rd person limited

c)

3rd person objective

d)

1st person

25.

If the story you are reading is a personal narrative, what type of Point of View is it?

a)

First Person

b)

Second Person

c)

Third Person Limited

d)

Third Person Omniscient

26.

Identify the point of view: "Cold chills scurried up and down my back and I shivered as the roller coaster clambered up the steep track."

a)

First Person

b)

Second Person

c)

Third Person Limited

d)

Third Person Omniscient

27.

What do you call the life lesson, moral, or message of a story?

a)

main idea

b)

theme

c)

event

d)

plot

28.

What do you call the details from the text that hold up, or support an idea?

a)

supporting detail

b)

verb

c)

main idea

d)

climax

29.

What do you do when you retell or recount a story using only the most important parts?

a)

compare

b)

inform

c)

strategize

d)

summarize

30.

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.

31.

What point of view is the following excerpt written from?
"Leslie sat in front of Paul. She had two long, brown pigtails that reached all the way down to her waist. Paul saw those pigtails, and a terrible urge came over him. He wanted to pull a pigtail. He wanted to wrap his fist around it, feel the hair between his fingers, and just yank." Sideways Stories From Wayside School, Louis Sachar

a)

First Person

b)

Second Person

c)

Third Person Limited

d)

Third Person Omniscient

32.

A first hand account is when someone is __________ .

a)

there

b)

not there

33.

You can find 1st person point of view by finding the pronouns

a)

you, your

b)

he, she, it

c)

I, me, we, us

34.

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.
What is the main idea?

a)

They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score.

b)

Soccer players learn how to dribble.

c)

They learn how to work together as teammates.

d)

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

35.

I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave!
What is the main idea?

a)

Weekends are times to travel.

b)

The author enjoys spending time with her family.

c)

The author's grandparents live far away.

d)

The author is sad to leave her cousins.

36.

If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!
What is the main idea?

a)

Sometimes people feel sad.

b)

You should do good things for others.

c)

We're not always happy.

d)

There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

37.

Weather reporters have to give out a lot of information. That's why they use pictures. The pictures help them tell us about the weather without using so many words. Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is. They need to know where the warm air is. They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area. Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short. The pictures help weather reporters get the information out in a fast way.
Which sentence best describes the main idea of the paragraph?

a)

Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is

b)

Pictures help weather reporters get information out in a fast way

c)

Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short

d)

They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area

38.

Do you want to be an artist? Just enroll in "The Awesome Artists" program. Don't let this opportunity or your talent slip away. We guarantee you will be painting like the masters in two weeks for a low cost of $59.95.
What is the author's purpose?

a)

to entertain you with a story about artists

b)

to teach you how all artists become famous

c)

to convince you to attend an art program

d)

to explain how to paint a sunset

39.

The Food Group Pyramid tells how to eat healthy. It shows how food is divided into six groups. It is important to eat foods that belong to each group every day. The pyramid helps show how much of each you should eat.
What is the author's purpose?

a)

to tell a story about pyramids

b)

to inform you about the Food Group Pyramid

c)

to convince you to eat vegetables

d)

to explain how to go shopping for food

40.

Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
Based on the text, how do you know Paul works in construction?

a)

He has tools

b)

He goes straight up the stairs to shower

c)

His boots are muddy and his overalls are dusty

d)

He wears a hat

41.

Crack! Thunder struck and rain poured. Max stared blankly out the window, trying to contain his emotions that raged like the weather. He was beginning to lose it. Dropping the kite from his hand, Max broke out into full sob. His mother comforted him, "There, there, Max. We'll just find something else to do." She began to unpack the picnic basket that was on the counter and offered him a sandwich. Max snapped, "I don't wanna sand-mich!" A flash from the sky lit up the living room. Boom! Mom sighed.
Why is Max upset?

a)

It is raining and he cannot go outside

b)

He is hungry

c)

He is scared of thunderstorms

d)

He is bored

42.

Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
What type of relationship do Paul and Alice have?

a)

They are brother and sister

b)

They are neighbors

c)

They are colleagues

d)

They are husband and wife

43.

A Dog, to whom the butcher had thrown a bone, was hurrying home with his prize as fast as he could go. As he crossed a narrow bridge, he looked down and saw his reflection in the quiet water as if in a mirror. But the greedy Dog thought he saw a real Dog carrying a bone much bigger than his own. If he had stopped to think he would have known better. But instead of thinking, he dropped his bone and sprang at the Dog in the river, only to find himself swimming for dear life to reach the shore. At last he managed to scramble out, and as he stood sadly thinking about the good bone he had lost, he realized what a foolish Dog he had been.
What is the theme?

a)

Be honest.

b)

Don't be greedy.

c)

Always share your things with others.

d)

Be respectful to others.

44.

One summer's day, a merry Grasshopper was dancing, singing and playing his violin with all his heart. He saw an Ant passing by working hard to store food for the winter. “Come and sing with me instead of working so hard,” said the Grasshopper “Let’s have fun together.” “I must store food for the winter,” said the Ant,“ and I advise you to do the same.” “Don’t worry about winter, it’s still very far away,” said the Grasshopper, laughing at him. But the Ant wouldn’t listen and continued to work. When winter came, the starving Grasshopper went to the Ant’s house and humbly begged for something to eat. “If you had listened to my advice in the summer you would not now be in need,” said the Ant. “I’m afraid you will have to go without supper,” and he closed the door.
What is the theme?

a)

share with your neighbor

b)

work before you play

c)

be respectful

d)

don't be greedy

45.

Cinderella is kind, sweet, and charming, while her step sisters are mean and cruel. How are Cinderella and her step sisters different?

a)

They both want to marry the prince.

b)

The step sisters are kind, but Cinderella is not.

c)

Cinderella is kind, but her step sisters are not.

46.

Kate lived in a large house with many animals. Her best friend, Jill, lived in a small house without pets. How were the friends' homes different?

a)

Kate had a large house, but Jill's was small.

b)

Kate doesn't have pets, but Jill does.

c)

Both Kate and Jill have homes.

47.

The Fourth of July and Veteran's Day are both U.S. holidays. However, the Fourth of July celebrates our independence and Veteran's Day celebrates military veterans. How are these holidays different?

a)

Both holidays are celebrated in the U.S.

b)

Fourth of July celebrates independence, while Veteran's Day celebrates veterans.

c)

Both holidays are in the summer.

48.

Anderson wiped sweat from his forehead, cheeks, and nose. Heading across the long stretch of sand, he felt as if each foot weighed 10 pounds. His throat was dry as the sun beat down on him. Anderson couldn’t remember the last time he'd drank a sip of water - or had even seen water. His skin burned more with each passing minute, and he wondered if he’d ever find shade or see night again.
"Ah!" Anderson gasped, sitting up in an instant. He stared left, right, up, and down, blinking in the pitch-black darkness. Peering outside, Anderson spotted thick snowflakes tumbling from the sky and sticking to the window. Snuggling into his pillow, Anderson pulled his fluffy blanket up to his chin, smiling even as the cold pricked his forehead, cheeks, and nose. He was asleep a minute later.

The change of setting in paragraph 2 tells the reader...

a)

Anderson is watching a movie on a television

b)

Anderson is thinking about a story he read

c)

Anderson has woken up from a dream

d)

Anderson has just come home from a trip

49.

What's the meaning of this personification?
"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.

50.

Simile or Metaphor?
My brother was boiling mad.

a)

simile

b)

metaphor

51.

Simile or Metaphor?
The assignment was a breeze.

a)

simile

b)

metaphor

52.

The flute sang out beautifully during the concert.

a)

simile

b)

metaphor

c)

personification

d)

Adele

53.

My tennis shoes stuck out their tongues at my stinky feet after running the mile.

a)

simile

b)

metaphor

c)

personfication

d)

smelly

54.

"My flowers were begging for water on the hot summer day" is an example of:

a)

antonym

b)

metaphor

c)

personification

d)

hyperbole

55.

What structural element is associated with a poem?

a)

Chapters

b)

Scenes

c)

Stanzas

56.

Which point of view do you see these signal words?
you, your

a)

First person

b)

Second person

c)

Third person

57.

What point of view:
Before you leave you need to clean your room!

a)

1st person

b)

2nd person

c)

3rd person

58.

A fuel cell is a kind of battery. It makes electricity. One side of the cell is filled with hydrogen. The other is filled with oxygen that comes from the air. The hydrogen separates into electrons and protons. The electrons supply the power for the motor. The protons mix with the oxygen to make water. The water passes out of the cell.

a)

problem /solution

b)

cause and effect

c)

question & answer

d)

description

59.

No one knows exactly what causes tornados, but some scientists believe that when warm air meets cold air, a tornado may form. The reason for this is that the warm air is lighter than the cold air, so it rises up fast and meets different winds moving different directions. Under the right conditions, this can cause a tornado. Though there is still much mystery surrounding tornados, many people believe that when warm moist air meets cool dry air, tornados can result.

a)

problem & solution

b)

cause & effect

c)

compare & contrast

d)

chronological

60.

This morning was crazy. My alarm clock was set for PM instead of AM, so I woke up really late. I just threw on some clothes and ran out the door. I rode my bike as fast as I could and thought that I was going to be late for sure, but when I got there everyone was outside and there were firetrucks all lined up in front of school. I guess somebody pulled the fire alarm before class started. It worked out though, because nobody really noticed or minded that I was tardy.

a)

Chronological

b)

Cause and Effect

c)

Problem and Solution

d)

Compare and Contrast

61.

Apples and oranges are both fruits, which means that they have seeds inside of them. Each has a skin, but orange skins are thick and easy to peel. Apple skins are thinner and do not peel easily. Oranges also contain more acid than apples, but both fruits are delicious.

a)

Problem and solution

b)

Compare and Contrast

c)

Sequence

d)

Cause and Effect

62.

How to Make Cookies. First, get your materials. Then, make your dough. Lastly, cook your dough at 400 degrees for 10 minutes.

a)

Sequence

b)

Cause and Effect

c)

Problem & Solution

d)

Compare and Contrast

63.

Beagles are medium-sized members of the hound family. Beagles generally make good pets because they are intelligent, good-natured, and good with children. Beagles are also quite playful and need a great deal of exercise.

a)

Problem and Solution

b)

Cause and Effect

c)

Description

d)

Sequence

64.

Toad (Frog) Population
Dr. Knapp doesn’t want people to sit back and let the toad vanish. He believes that everyone is responsible for restoring the toad species. One of Dr. Knapp's solution is that we stop mowing parts of our lawns and let the grass grow wild to reserve space for the toad. He also believes we need to stop using pesticides and fertilizers. The chemicals kill the insects that toads eat. If we preserve some spaces in our lawns and stop using fertilizers, Dr. Knapp believes we can save the toads.

a)

Cause and Effect

b)

Compare and Contrast

c)

Chronological

d)

Problem and Solution

65.

I have a head and a tail. My favorite number is one. I am made of copper. I am lucky if you pick me up. What am I?

a)

four leaf clover

b)

leaf

c)

penny

d)

dime

66.

Rubin dug frantically through his backpack. It has to be here, he thought. How many times had his mother told him not to take his iPod to school. He searched his locker again without much hope. He knew he was in trouble. What inference can you make about Rubin?

a)

He is looking for his homework

b)

He is looking for his iPod

c)

He often gets in trouble

d)

He is looking for his lunch

67.

Mrs. Lance is my favorite teacher, but something is not right today. Mrs. Lance is sitting down at her desk more than usual, and she asked us to read a story silently and just answer the questions in the book. I glance back at her, and she is blowing her nose. A little while later, I see that her cheeks are kind-of red, and she is drinking a lot of water and eating some cough drops. After a little while, Mr. Dean, another teacher, comes into our classroom. Mrs. Lance takes her purse and leaves, while Mr. Dean stays. What is wrong with Mrs. Lance?

a)

She is tired

b)

She is sleepy

c)

She is worried

d)

She is sick

68.

Brittany's mom walks into the kitchen wearing her sun hat and a pair of old shoes. “Those vegetable plants are growing by leaps and bounds!” she exclaims to Brittany, as she takes off a dirty glove and wipes a smudge of dirt off her face. Where was Brittany's mom?

a)

At the store

b)

At the doctor's office

c)

In the garden

d)

At the airport

69.

When some people think about Texas, they think of cowboys on the open range-herding cattle up a dusty trail. However, Texas has much more than open prairie with large herds of cows. There are the mountains of West Texas, the piney hills of east Texas, and the emerald waters off the coast of Padre Island. Texas also has large coastal harbors with numerous sailboats, powerboats, inland lakes, rivers, swamps of southeast Texas with alligators and other exotic wildlife.
The Summary of this passage is:

a)

There are a lot of cows in Texas.

b)

There are many different, varied parts of Texas.

c)

Texas is one of the biggest states in the United States.

d)

There are alligators in the swampland of southeast Texas.

70.

San Francisco is located on the coast of California in an area often called the Bay Area. The weather is generally very mild, seldom getting really cold or really hot. Its mild climate is one reason many people live there. It seldom snows in San Francisco and generally does not get below freezing during the winter. Even in the middle of summer, temperatures may be in the mid 80s with a cool breeze from the bay keeping the weather very comfortable.
The Summary of this passage is:

a)

San Francisco has many neat things to do.

b)

It seldom snows in California.

c)

Many people choose to live in California.

d)

The weather in San Francisco is generally very mild.

71.

It started when they got to the bears. Peter felt tired and his stomach hurt. He dragged himself over to see the elephants, which were eating from a stack of hay. Normally, the elephants were his favorite. Without much interest, Peter followed his classmates to the camels, which were busy swatting flies with their tails. Peter knew he should be having fun at the zoo, but he just felt terrible and all he wanted to do was lie down and rest. Even the lions and tigers did not interest him now.
The Summary of this passage is:

a)

Peter's favorite animals were the elephants.

b)

The camels were swatting flies with their tails.

c)

It was really hot at the zoo.

d)

Peter didn't enjoy the zoo because he felt really bad.

72.

For the walls, Jenny thought she would use a bright yellow paint. She would pick a border that had mostly bright red and green colors, and maybe a little bit of blue. She already had found some curtains that were sky blue with streaks of red, blue and yellow that she thought would go great with the walls. And finally, she had picked a carpet that was mostly blue with specks of red and yellow. Jenny couldn't wait till she was done decorating her room. It was really going to look awesome.
The Summary of this passage is:

a)

Jenny likes bright colors.

b)

Jenny was going to paint her room.

c)

Jenny was picking out colors and materials to decorate her room.

d)

Yellow is a good color to paint your walls.

73.

Weather reporters have to give out a lot of information. That's why they use pictures. The pictures help them tell us about the weather without using so many words. Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is. They need to know where the warm air is. They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area. Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short. The pictures help weather reporters get the information out in a fast way.
Which sentence best describes the main idea of the paragraph?

a)

Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is

b)

Pictures help weather reporters get information out in a fast way

c)

Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short

d)

They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area

74.

If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!
What is the main idea?

a)

Sometimes people feel sad.

b)

You should do good things for others.

c)

We're not always happy.

d)

There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

75.

What is the definition of the highlighted word?

The teacher was appalled, or disgusted, by the honey-covered homework the student turned in.

a)

Pleased

b)

Surprised

c)

Frustrated

d)

Disgusted

76.

What is the definition of the highlighted word?
Unlike my frugal mother, I don't bother shopping at sales or clipping coupons.

a)

Careful

b)

Thrifty

c)

Careless

d)

Wasteful

77.

The girls went to the library and read three books in one afternoon. They were voracious readers.
What does the word voracious mean as it is used in the text.

a)

lazy

b)

helpful

c)

outstanding

d)

happy

78.

Alex shut the lid to his laptop with a loud clap. Some of the people sitting at the tables near him looked up from their books and gave him annoyed looks. Alex realized that he had disturbed them and held up his hand apologetically. The librarian turned toward him and shushed him loudly, perhaps louder than the noise that he had made. Alex put the laptop in his bag and began walking toward the door. He held his head down low.
Which of the following choices is evidence that the setting is a library?

a)

He held his head down low.

b)

Alex shut the lid to his laptop with a loud clap

c)

Alex realized that he had disturbed them and held up his hand apologetically.

d)

The librarian turned toward him and shushed him loudly, perhaps louder than the noise that he had made.

79.

Setting includes everything EXCEPT:

a)

Time

b)

Place

c)

Characters

80.

What is an Inference
(Infer)

a)

A story

b)

A Logical Guess

c)

The fighting in a story

d)

The atmosohere of a story

81.

What two questions does SETTING answer?

a)

What happened? Who was involved?

b)

Who is involved? Why are they involved?

c)

Who are the main characters and what is the problem?

d)

When and where does the story take place?

82.

Alex shut the lid to his laptop with a loud clap. Some of the people sitting at the tables near him looked up from their books and gave him annoyed looks. Alex realized that he had disturbed them and held up his hand apologetically. The librarian turned toward him and shushed him loudly, perhaps louder than the noise that he had made. Alex put the laptop in his bag and began walking toward the door. He held his head down low.
Which of the following choices is evidence that the setting is a library?

a)

He held his head down low.

b)

Alex shut the lid to his laptop with a loud clap

c)

Alex realized that he had disturbed them and held up his hand apologetically.

d)

The librarian turned toward him and shushed him loudly, perhaps louder than the noise that he had made.

83.

Tom is described as being very fit, healthy, tall, and strong. Based on this description, we can infer that Tom ___________________.

a)

eats junk food all day.

b)

possibly plays a sport -- maybe basketball -- to stay healthy.

c)

doesn't care about his health.

d)

likes to sleep in on the weekends.

84.

Tina walks down the street. A man bumps into her shoulder. Tina reacts by throwing a rock at the back of his head. Tina's reaction shows us that she is _____________.

a)

short-tempered.

b)

pleasant and kind.

c)

thoughtful.

d)

considerate of others.

85.

The antagonist is usually the...

a)

good guy

b)

bad guy/force

c)

setting

86.

The protagonist is the...

a)

main character's best friend

b)

main character

c)

bad guy

87.

The protagonist is usually the....

a)

good guy

b)

sidekick

c)

bad guy

88.

Read the following sentences from a story. Choose the character trait that best describes Grandpa.
Grandpa was 85 years old and had gone through many experiences in his life. Everyone in Grandpa's building went to him for advice. He always had the right answers. He helped people with their problems and gave them great recipes to try. "I've never met someone who knows as much as you do, Gramps!" exclaimed Simon.

a)

a. wise

b)

b. magnificent

c)

c. fortunate

d)

d. elegant

89.

A character, Carson, looks up to his older sister. his sister had an art show coming up. The week before the show, she told Carson not to go into her room and peek at her project. Carson followed her rules an didn't try to go in. "I hope it's a painting of me!" thought Carson.
What evidence can you use to support the fact that Carson is "respectful?"

a)

a. Carson's sister had an art show coming up.

b)

b. Carson's sister told him not to peek at her project.

c)

c. Carson followed his sister's rules and didn't go in her room.

d)

d. Carson hoped the art project was a painting of him.

90.

Which part of the plot is
the most intense?

a)

falling action

b)

exposition

c)

exposition

d)

climax

91.

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

d)

resolution

92.

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

falling action

d)

resolution

93.

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

a)

climax

b)

rising action

c)

falling action

d)

resolution

94.

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

a)

climax

b)

rising action

c)

falling action

d)

resolution

95.

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

a)

climax

b)

exposition

c)

falling action

d)

resolution

96.

Which piece of text evidence is the best support for this claim/position?
Claim: Students can benefit from sitting in places besides regular desks because it helps them think better.

a)

Sitting on comfortable couches and bean bags helps students stay alert and awake during class.

b)

Flexible seating confuses students. They need routine in order to adjust well to their learning environment.

c)

Flexible classrooms give students a choice in what kind of learning space works best for them, and help them to work collaboratively, communicate, and engage in critical thinking.

97.

Which piece of text evidence is the best support for this claim/position?
Claim: Students can benefit from sitting in places besides regular desks because it helps them think better.

a)

Sitting on comfortable couches and bean bags helps students stay alert and awake during class.

b)

Flexible seating confuses students. They need routine in order to adjust well to their learning environment.

c)

Flexible classrooms give students a choice in what kind of learning space works best for them, and help them to work collaboratively, communicate, and engage in critical thinking.

98.

Which piece of text evidence is the best support for this claim/position?
Claim: Individualism brings a greater sense of success to a person because it shows a person they can do things on their own.

a)

"Collaboration and partnership promotes competition and rivalry" (Source 2).

b)

"Effective teamwork allows workers to accomplish projects which are too complex or large for an individual to do alone, which includes all but the smallest of projects" (Source 2).

c)

"The pursuit of personal success and happiness is a powerful motivation" (Source 2).

99.

Stephen and Joseph Montgolfier were papermakers, but they had been interested in flying for many years. One night, in 1782, Joseph noticed something that gave him an idea. He was sitting in front of the fire when he saw some small pieces of scorched paper being carried up the chimney.Soon afterwards, the brothers conducted an experiment. They lit a fire under a small silk bag, which was open at the bottom; at once, the bag rose to the ceiling. After this, Stephen and Joseph conducted many more experiments, both indoors and in the open air. Eventually, they built a huge balloon of linen and paper. On June 5th, 1783, they launched their balloon in the village of Annonay.
Which sentence in this article provides text evidence for the inference that the Montgolfier brothers used hot air to lift their balloon?

a)

Eventually, they built a huge balloon of linen and paper.

b)

They lit a fire under a small silk bag, which was open at the bottom; at once the bag rose to the ceiling.

c)

On June 5th, 1783, they launched their balloon in the village of Annonay.

d)

One night, in 1782, Joseph noticed something that gave him an idea.

100.

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, which of the following options is NOT supported by the text:

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.

101.

Which of the following is not a noun?

a)

person

b)

place

c)

action

d)

thing

102.

Which one of the following is a noun?

a)

jump

b)

cat

c)

run

d)

hop

103.

What type of noun is the highlighted word?
The United States Army had many requests from other branches of the armed services.

a)

proper noun

b)

common noun

104.

What are the nouns in this sentence?
At the park there were many ducks.

a)

park, ducks

b)

park, there

c)

there, were

d)

many, ducks

105.

Which word is the adjective?
My dad gave me a red hat for my birthday.

a)

dad

b)

hat

c)

red

d)

my

106.

What is the verb in the sentence?
My mother carried the platter.

a)

My

b)

mother

c)

carried

d)

platter

107.

Which word is the verb in the sentence?
The students talked loudly in class.

a)

students

b)

loudly

c)

class

d)

talked

108.

What is the verb in the sentence: Frank will finish the massive book in his backpack.

a)

in

b)

the

c)

backpack

d)

finish

109.

What is the proper noun in the sentence: Frank will finish the massive book in his backpack.

a)

Frank

b)

backpack

c)

book

d)

massive

110.

What is the tense of the verb?
It will save me much work.

a)

past

b)

present

c)

future

111.

What is the past tense form of smile?

a)

will smile

b)

is smiling

c)

smiled

112.

What is the tense of the verb?
In the past, people invented steam engines.

a)

past

b)

present

c)

future

113.

Identify the adverb.
Martha began to feel really confident.

a)

Martha

b)

feel

c)

confident

d)

really

114.

Identify the adverb.
Jobe never runs in the hall.

a)

never

b)

hall

c)

runs

115.

Identify the common noun.
Teddy is a sweet and intelligent boy.

a)

Teddy

b)

sweet

c)

intelligent

d)

boy

5th Grade ELA Review

Total questions: 115

Worksheet time: 3hrs 44mins

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