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Reading Quiz 1

Total questions: 170

Worksheet time: 3hrs 50mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
This is an example of a _______________.
a)
title page
b)
index
c)
glossary
d)
table of contents
2.
This is an example of a _______________.
a)
table of contents page
b)
index
c)
glossary
d)
title page
3.
This is an example of _______________.
a)
a table of contents page
b)
an index page
c)
a glossary
d)
a title page
4.
This is an example of _______________.
a)
a table of contents page
b)
an index page
c)
a glossary
d)
a title page
5.
The black line is pointing to which text feature?
a)
caption
b)
heading
c)
subheading
d)
diagram
6.
The black line is pointing to which text feature?
a)
caption
b)
heading
c)
subheading
d)
diagram
7.
The dark word "boldface" stands out and is called what text feature?
a)
a keyword
b)
a caption
c)
a subheading
d)
a heading
8.
What is a caption?
a)
words that describe what is happening in a picture
b)
a word that stands out
c)
a picture
d)
what page you can find information on
9.
The black lines represent or point to what in this image.
a)
Labels
b)
Diagram
c)
Caption
d)
Pictures
10.
This is a ________________.
a)
caption
b)
diagram
c)
map
d)
label
11.
This feature explains what the illustration/photograph is.
a)
  Glossary
b)
Index
c)
Table of contents
d)
Caption
12.
This feature informs the reader of important words/vocabulary found within the paragraph.
a)
Glossary
b)
Bold words
c)
Captions
d)
Table of contents
13.
What text feature gives the definitions of important vocabulary words?
a)
Captions
b)
Index
c)
Glossary
d)
None of the above
14.
This feature is usually found at the top of a page and explains what the paragraph is about?
a)
Table of contents
b)
Diagram
c)
Index
d)
subheading
15.
This is an example of ____________ text feature? 
a)
Index
b)
Table of contents
c)
Glossary
d)
Diagram
16.
Important words are usually?
a)
Circled
b)
Bold print
c)
in the table of contents
d)
lowercase words
17.
This is an example of ____________ text feature? 
a)
Index
b)
Table of contents
c)
Glossary
d)
Diagram
18.
This feature is used to show one or more locations/ geographical regions.
a)
Glossary
b)
Maps
c)
Captions
d)
None of the above
19.
The purpose of graphics (such as graphs, tables, pictures, or maps) is to 
a)
Help the reader visualize important information 
b)
Describe what is found in a photo or illustration 
c)
Separate text into sections based on main ideas 
d)
Show information that occurs in a certain order 
20.
2. Why did the author choose to put “saliva” in bold text? 
a)
To make the paragraph attractive and easy to read. 
b)
Draw the reader’s attention to an important word
c)
Point out the main idea of the paragraph or section. 
d)
Help the reader visualize the information. 
21.
The text feature found below the snake photograph is called a(an)
a)
font change
b)
white space
c)
caption
d)
side bar
22.
I like to run ____ jump on the playground. 
a)
and
b)
or
c)
so
d)
but
23.
I like orange, _____ not oranges. 
a)
but
b)
yet
c)
so
d)
and
24.
The bus stopped __________ the man got off.
a)
and
b)
or
c)
but
d)
so
25.
We stayed at home __________ watched a film.
a)
and
b)
so
c)
but
d)
or
26.
We stayed at home __________ watched a film.
a)
and
b)
so
c)
but
d)
or
27.
I wanted to buy a newspaper __________ didn't have enough money.
a)
and
b)
but
c)
or
d)
so
28.
I have a lot of homework to do now __________ I can't go to the cinema with you.
a)
so
b)
but
c)
and
d)
or
29.
 Do you want tea __________ coffee?
a)
and
b)
or
c)
but
d)
so
30.
Is the Empire State Building in New York __________ London?
a)
and
b)
or
c)
but
d)
so
31.
 Is it a new house __________ an old house?
a)
and
b)
or
c)
but
d)
so
32.
I enjoy visiting many different countries __________ I wouldn't want to live anywhere else but the United States.
a)
but
b)
and
c)
or
d)
so
33.
We can go by bus __________ we can walk.
a)
and
b)
or
c)
but
d)
so
34.

I can't remember his name, __________ I know his face from somewhere.
a)
but
b)
so
c)
and
d)
or
35.
I will study my spelling words __________ I can get a good score on the test.
a)
and
b)
but
c)
or
d)
so
36.
Complete the sentences with the coordinating conjunctions that make sense.  
You may have soup, _______ you may prefer salad. 
a)
or
b)
nor
c)
and
d)
yet
37.
Complete the sentences with the coordinating conjunctions that make sense.  
Alex baked banana bread _____ gave some to her neighbor. 
a)
so
b)
but
c)
for
d)
and
38.
(Because, Before) we get started, let's introduce ourselves. 
a)
Because
b)
Before
39.
The Clerk made the new keys (while, if) we waited. 
a)
while
b)
if
40.
(Unless, Although) my cats are lazy, they are affectionate.
a)
Unless
b)
Although
41.

We use the acronym “fanboys” to remember _______________________________ conjunctions.
a)
coordinating 
b)
subordinating
42.
Before you go to the bathroom you need to ask permission from the teacher.
a)
comma needed
b)
no comma needed
43.
He was thinking about his grades while he worked hard to pay attention in class.
a)
comma needed
b)
no comma needed
44.
Subordinating conjunctions create _______________________________ clauses, and they can not stand alone.
a)
independent
b)
dependent
45.
Liam wants to get ice cream, but I want a salad. 
a)
coordinating conjunctions
b)
subordinating conjunctions
46.
What kind of conjunction is highlighted in the sentence below?
Before my essay is due, I have to revise and edit.
a)
coordinating
b)
subordinating
c)
correlative
47.
Identify the conjunction in the following sentence. 
Few activities are so important yet so easily ignored.  
a)
few
b)
are
c)
so
d)
yet
48.
Marcus looked around and wondered (where, wherever) everyone had gone. 
a)
wherever
b)
where
49.
(If, When) you don't mind, may I ask you a question?
a)
If
b)
When
50.
(Unless, Although) my cats are lazy, they are affectionate.
a)
Unless
b)
Although
51.
(Since, After) Abby's brother is away at college, her house is very quiet. 
a)
Since
b)
After
52.
Let's keep driving (if, unless) you would rather stop and eat now. 
a)
if
b)
unless
53.
(As, After) the game was ready to start, thunder rumbled. 
a)
As
b)
After
54.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
a)
Some siblings, if they have the chance, will pester you.
b)
Some siblings if they have the chance will pester you.
c)
Some siblings if, they have the chance, will pester you.
d)
Some siblings if, they have the chance will pester you.
55.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
a)
I have been sad since you left.
b)
I have been sad, since you left.
c)
I have been, sad since, you left.
d)
I have been sad since, you left.
56.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
a)
After we lost, our team tried not to cry.
b)
After we lost our team tried not to cry.
c)
After, we lost our team tried not to cry.
d)
After, we lost, our team tried not to cry.
57.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
a)
Santa because he's jolly always sings carols.
b)
Santa, because he's jolly always sings carols.
c)
Santa, because he's jolly, always sings carols.
d)
Santa because, he's jolly, always sings carols.
58.
Which of the following is not a noun?
a)
person
b)
place
c)
action
d)
thing
59.
Which one of the following is a noun?
a)
jump
b)
cat
c)
run
d)
hop
60.
Which one of the following is a noun?
a)
swim
b)
write
c)
bike
d)
store
61.
Which one of the following is a noun?
a)
mom
b)
skip
c)
walk
d)
sprint
62.
Which of the following nouns is a thing?
a)
doctor
b)
pencil
c)
park
d)
teacher
63.
Which of the following nouns is a thing?
a)
doctor
b)
pencil
c)
park
d)
teacher
64.
Which of the following nouns is a person?
a)
beach
b)
ball
c)
boss
d)
balloon
65.
Which of the following nouns is a place?
a)
bench
b)
store manager
c)
student
d)
school
66.
What is a proper noun for store?
a)
Newton Park
b)
Kroger
c)
Ocee Elementary
d)
Taco Mac
67.
Which of the following is a proper noun?
a)
Mrs. Pernice
b)
principal
c)
children's doctor
d)
teacher
68.
Which of the following is a proper noun?
a)
apple
b)
fruit
c)
Golden Delicious apple
d)
green apple
69.
Which is a common noun?
a)
dog
b)
Mr. Smith
c)
Frog Creek
d)
Sally
70.
Which word SHOULD NOT be capitalized because it is a common noun?
a)
Flower
b)
Dallas
c)
Texas
d)
Hurricane Harbor
71.
Which of the following is a proper noun?
a)
museum
b)
New York City
c)
park
d)
swimming pool
72.
Which of the following is NOT a common noun?
a)
teacher
b)
dog catcher
c)
apple
d)
Applebee's
73.
Which of the following is NOT a proper noun?
a)
dog catcher
b)
Mr. Short
c)
Tom
d)
Wendy's
74.
Which of the following is a proper noun?
a)
Dr. Jones
b)
dog park
c)
high school
d)
lions
75.
Which of the following is a common noun?
a)
past
b)
passed
c)
please
d)
pencil
76.
Which of the following is a common noun?
a)
Timmy
b)
has
c)
sore
d)
foot
77.
Which of the following words is a proper noun?
a)
Our
b)
team
c)
Japan
d)
pitcher
78.
Which of the following is NOT a proper noun?
a)
Independence Day
b)
Super Bowl
c)
airplane
d)
Georgia
79.
Which of the following is a common noun?
a)
summer
b)
Halloween
c)
July
d)
Monday
80.
Which of the following is neither a common noun nor a proper noun?
a)
tree
b)
trample
c)
toast
d)
trunk
81.
Find the one noun. A noun names a person, animal, place, or thing. 
a)
Bike
b)
the
c)
for 
d)
a
82.
Find the one noun. A noun names a person, animal, place, or thing.
a)
off
b)
home
c)
from
d)
the
83.
Find the one noun. A noun names a person, animal, place, or thing.
a)
soon
b)
up
c)
building
d)
go
84.
Is this a person, animal, place, or thing?
a)
Person
b)
Animal
c)
Place
d)
Thing
85.
Is this a person, animal, place, or thing?
a)
Person
b)
Animal
c)
Place 
d)
Thing
86.
Is the noun a person, animal, place, or thing?
a)
Person
b)
Animal
c)
Place
d)
Thing
87.
Is the noun a person, animal, place, or thing?
a)
Person
b)
Animal
c)
Place
d)
Thing
88.
What is the verb in this sentence?
The boy ran to the store.
a)
boy
b)
store
c)
ran
d)
the
89.
Choose the correct verb to complete this sentence:
The girls ______ laughing loudly.
a)
was
b)
were
c)
is
90.
What is the verb in this sentence?
Sal listens to his favorite song.
a)
listens
b)
Sal
c)
song
d)
favorite
91.
What is the correct verb in this sentence?
Craig hits the baseball over the fence.
a)
fence
b)
over
c)
baseball
d)
hits
92.
Choose the correct verb to complete this sentence:
The bluebird in the tree _____beautifully.
a)
singing
b)
sing
c)
sings
93.
What is the verb?
The dog ran to the neighbor's yard?
a)
dog
b)
ran
c)
neighbor's
d)
yard
94.
What kind of verb is the red text?
The kitten slept on the couch.
a)
action verb
b)
helping verb
95.
What kind of verb is the red text?
The mailman dropped our package.
a)
action verb
b)
helping verb
96.
What is the tense of the verbs in the sentence?
My sister ate all of the candy then she drank all of the juice.
a)
past
b)
present
c)
future
97.
What is the verb?
I dreamed of a giant ice-cream cone.
a)
dreamed
b)
giant
c)
ice-cream
d)
cone
98.
What is the verb?
I dreamed of a giant ice-cream cone.
a)
dreamed
b)
giant
c)
ice-cream
d)
cone
99.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.

The weather today will be cool, ____ it will be rainy.

a)

or

b)

but

c)

and

d)

so

100.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.

Andy plays the violin well, _____ the trumpet is his favorite instrument.

a)

so

b)

but

c)

yet

d)

for

101.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.

You may have soup, ____ you may have salad.

a)

or

b)

and

c)

nor

d)

yet

102.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.

Eric got an A on the spelling test, _____ he had studied hard.

a)

or

b)

yet

c)

for

d)

but

103.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.

Eric got an A on the spelling test, _____ he had studied hard.

a)

or

b)

yet

c)

for

d)

but

104.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.

Brianna did not set the table, _____ she dried the dishes later.

a)

or

b)

so

c)

but

d)

nor

105.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.

Mom wanted a scrapbook of our trip, _____ she took many pictures.

a)

or

b)

so

c)

but

d)

yet

106.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.

Paris baked banana bread, _____ she gave some to her neighbor.

a)

so

b)

for

c)

but

d)

and

107.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.

You may join the activities in the backyard,_____ you may play in the barn.

a)

or

b)

but

c)

nor

d)

yet

108.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.

You may join the activities in the backyard,_____ you may play in the barn.

a)

or

b)

but

c)

nor

d)

yet

109.
There are many fun things to do at the beach.  Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach.  Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed.  Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun.  It is also fun to look for shells.  Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?
a)
There are many fun things to do at the beach.
b)
It is also fun to look for shells.
c)
Some people simply like to sunbathe.
d)
Going to the beach to swim can be fun.
110.
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.
111.
John and Matt want to be firemen.  They want to ride on the big fire truck.  John wants to climb ladders and rescue people from fires.  Matt wants to hold the big hose and spray water on the fires to put them out.
What is the main idea?
a)
John wants to climb a ladder.
b)
John and Matt want to be firemen
c)
Matt wants to hold a fire hose.
d)
They want to ride on the big fire truck.
112.
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?
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.
113.
Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers.  They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go.  Mrs. Jones works nights.  She bakes cakes, cookies, and pies.  Mrs. Brown works in the daytime.  She bakes bread and rolls.  Both Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are very good bakers.
What is the main idea?
a)
Mrs. Jones bakes pies.
b)
Mrs. Brown bakes rolls.
c)
Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers
d)
They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go.
114.
Mary has a new pet.  Her pet is a baby kitten.  It is soft and cuddly.  The kitten likes to sleep a lot.  Mary put a soft blanket in a box for its bed.  Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake.  She never forgets to feed her kitten.
What is the main idea?
a)
The kitten sleeps a lot.
b)
Mary plays with her kitten
c)
Mary’s new pet is a kitten.
d)
Mary want a new pet.
115.
The frog sat on the side of the pond.  He was very still.  His green color made him hard to see.  A bug flew near him.  His tongue zipped out, and he gobbled it up.  Then the frog was still again.  He waited for the next bug.
What is the main idea?
a)
Frogs are green .
b)
Frogs eat bugs.
c)
Frogs do not move.
d)
Frogs live in ponds.
116.
It was backward day at school.  The students had to do things backward.  Some of them wore their T-shirts backward.  They took a test before they studied the lesson.  Dessert was served first instead of last.  They tried to walk home backward, but they bumped into each other and fell down. 
What is the main idea?
a)
Dessert is supposed to come last.
b)
The students had a backward day.
c)
It is hard to do things backward.
d)
Students failed their tests.
117.
Jon held the ball in his hands.  He bounced it slowly on the ground.  Once. Twice. He crouched low and then jumped.  The ball flew into the air.  Up, up, up, it went.  Then down, down, into the basket.  “Yes!” he yelled.  “Nothing but net!”
What is the main idea?
a)
How to throw a basketball.
b)
Jon could jump.
c)
Jon liked basketball.
d)
Jon makes a basket.
118.
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?
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.
119.
Many people have not heard giraffes make noises.  Giraffes do not use sounds to “talk” with each other.  When hurt, giraffes make a low moo, something like a cow.  When frightened, they make a short, high sound.
What is the main idea?
a)
Giraffes do make noises
b)
Giraffes talk all the time.
c)
Cows and giraffes talk to each other.
d)
Lots of people have heard giraffes talk.
120.
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.
121.
Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle!
What is the main idea?
a)
Tom finds enough food for his family.
b)
Tom gets pulled out of his boat by a huge fish.
c)
Tom didn't catch anything.
d)
Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.
122.
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. 
123.
What is successful?
a)
full of success
b)
without success
124.
What is joyous?
a)
full of joy
b)
without joy
125.
What is harmless?
a)
full of harm
b)
without harm
126.
What is delightful?
a)
full of delight
b)
without delight
127.
What is dangerous?
a)
full of danger
b)
without danger
128.
What is meaningless?
a)
full of meaning
b)
without meaning
129.
What is spotless?
a)
full of spot
b)
without spot
130.
What is peaceful?
a)
full of peace
b)
without peace
131.
A suffix is at the ___________ of the word.
a)
beginning
b)
end
c)
middle
d)
start
132.
To act or be without help.
a)
spotless
b)
dreadful
c)
forceful
d)
helpless
133.
Something not likely to cause injury or problems.
a)
powerful
b)
tasteless
c)
harmless
d)
tearful
134.
Something that has no flavor.
a)
tasteless
b)
tearful
c)
joyful
d)
forceful
135.
Having great ability or strength
a)
tasteless
b)
powerful
c)
careless
d)
joyful
136.
Happy or delighted
a)
dreadful
b)
tearful
c)
helpless
d)
joyful
137.
We have a lot to be _____________ for.
a)
thank
b)
thankly
c)
thankness
d)
thankful
138.
That was very ___________ of you to carry the groceries for your mom.
a)
helping
b)
helpful
c)
helpest
d)
help
139.
That movie was ________.
a)
wonder
b)
wonderest
c)
wonderful
d)
wonderly
140.
I love tacos, they are so ______________.
a)
flavorful
b)
flavor
c)
flavorly
d)
flavorness
141.
I love tacos, they are so ______________.
a)
flavorful
b)
flavor
c)
flavorly
d)
flavorness
142.

A suffix is at the __________ of the word.

a)

Start

b)

Middle

c)

End

d)

Beginning

143.

I am going to have a __________ time in 4th grade.

a)

Wonderfull

b)

Wonderful

144.

pity + less =

a)

Pityless

b)

Pitieless

c)

Pitiless

145.

The suffix -ful means

a)

Full of or having

b)

Without

c)

Stuffed

146.

A homeless man is __________ so he sleeps on the street.

a)

Penny-less

b)

Pennyless

c)

Penniless

147.

The suffix -less means

a)

Empty

b)

Without

c)

Having

148.

I am ___________ that it will snow tomorrow.

a)

Doubt-full

b)

Doubtiful

c)

Doubtful

149.

What does the word "helpful" mean?

a)

Without help

b)

Full of help

c)

Less help

150.
What is the PREFIX in the word UNCOVER?
a)
un
b)
cov
c)
cover
d)
er
151.
What is the PREFIX in PREVIEW?
a)
view
b)
pre
c)
vi
d)
prev
152.
What is the PREFIX in DISCOURAGED?
a)
courage
b)
ed
c)
discour
d)
dis
153.
What is the PREFIX in RECONNECT?
a)
recon
b)
re
c)
connect
d)
ect
154.
What is the PREFIX in RETEACH?
a)
teach
b)
tea
c)
ch
d)
re
155.
What is the ROOT WORD in RECOUNT?
a)
rec
b)
nt
c)
re
d)
count
156.
What is the ROOT WORD in DISLIKE?
a)
like
b)
dis
c)
disli
d)
ke
157.
What is the ROOT WORD in UNDO?
a)
und
b)
un
c)
do
d)
undo
158.
What is the ROOT WORD in DISCOVER?
a)
ver
b)
dis
c)
cover
d)
disc
159.
What is the ROOT WORD in PREHEAT?
a)
heat
b)
eat
c)
pre
d)
at
160.
What is the MEANING of the word REHEAT?
a)
To heat before
b)
To heat again
c)
To not heat
d)
To heat first
161.
What is the MEANING of DISAGREE?
a)
The opposite of agree
b)
To agree again
c)
To agree before
d)
To never agree
162.
What is the root word for "unforgivable"
a)
Un
b)
Forgivable
c)
Forgive
d)
Able
163.
What is the root word for "disappear" 
a)
Dis
b)
Appear
c)
Appearing
d)
Appearance
164.
What does the prefix "un" mean in the word "ungrateful"?
a)
Not
b)
Again
c)
Before
d)
After
165.
What does the prefix "pre" mean in "preview?
a)
After
b)
Before
c)
Again
d)
Not
166.
Which word uses the prefix "re" which means "again"?
a)
Read
b)
Realm
c)
Recess
d)
Reorganize
167.
Which word uses does NOT the prefix "mis" which means "wrong"
a)
Misuse
b)
Mister
c)
Misunderstood
d)
Miscommunication
168.
Fill in the blank with the correct prefix: They were arguing because of a ____________. (communication)
a)
Miscommunication
b)
Uncommunication
c)
Recommunication
d)
Precommunication
169.
The suffix "ness" in the word "happiness" means
a)
being in a state of
b)
Not
c)
Full of
d)
A little
170.
Fill in the blank with the correct suffix: I was _____ my bags to class. (carry)
a)
Carryless
b)
Recarry
c)
Uncarry
d)
Carrying