WorksheetsUnit 2/3 Review
Total questions: 46
Worksheet time: 2hrs 30mins
What type of writing focuses on telling a story?
Descriptive
Narrative
Both
What type of writing focuses the five senses?
Descriptive
Narrative
Both
True or False. Dialogue is a KEY part of descriptive writing
True
False
What type of writing includes characters, setting and plot?
Descriptive
Narrative
Both
Which type of writing focuses on ACTION as a key part?
Descriptive
Narrative
Both
True or False. Creating a picture in the readers mind is part of both narrative and descriptive writing.
True
False
Which question does NOT portray a strong description.
The sun was shining and a slight breeze blew across my face.
The beautiful blue sky caught the attention of every passerby, no matter age.
It was a good day.
The feeling of the water hitting my grandmother's small, wretched hands created a sense of peace in her I had not seen in years.
The following passage is an example of what type of writing?
"My dog's fur felt like silk against my skin and her black coloring shone, absorbing the sunlight and reflecting it back like a pure, dark mirror."
Descriptive
Narrative
Both
Neither
The following passage is an example of what type of writing?
"It was the 4th of July, and the summer heat was as blistering as ever in New Mexico. Lilly-Ann, Daniela, and I – the three best friends – set out to go on a girly picnic as we would every year since we were nine years old. I had done all my chores and packed the picnic basket the night before, so as soon as I brushed my teeth and had a coffee, I was ready to dress up and go have a good time with my besties. I took my beat-up Cherokee and sped down the street to meet up with Daniela; we would pick Lilly-Ann later."
Descriptive
Narrative
Neither
Both
Chase Pond is in the large park.
Mark and his sister often swim there.
martin luther king jr
Whenever students are under a great deal of stress, _____ often stop studying.
Due to peanut allergies, students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods.
CAUSE: A dog howled.
What was the EFFECT?
CAUSE: Outlaws use fast cars to get away.
What was the EFFECT?
What causes Amelia to audition for school plays, sign up for acting classes, and subscribe to an acting magazine?
the writer makes a broad statement about a whole group based on a variety of information
compare
generalization
process
chronological
the writer tells about a problem and then gives one or more solutions
problem solution
concept definition
cause and effect
process
the writer presents a series of events in the order they happen
cause and effect
compare
sequential/ chronological
contrast
the writer discusses the similarities and differences of two ideas, objects, or processes
process
comparison /contrast
cause/ effect
listing
The Exxon Valdez oil spill is one of the worst oil spills to ever happen. On March 24, 1989, an oil ship crashed in Prince William Sound, Alaska. It hit the Bligh Island Reef. More than 10.8 million gallons of oil poured into the ocean. This is about 250,000 barrels.
Investigators found several causes for the accident. The ship’s equipment needed to be repaired. The monitor that could have warned the sailors they were about to crash into the reef was broken. In fact, it had been broken for over a year. In addition, the sailor who was driving the ship did not have enough rest. The Exxon oil company was blamed for not properly supervising or providing enough rest for the crew.
More than 1,300 miles of coastline were covered by oil from the spill. Even worse, 11,000 square miles of ocean were also affected. Between 100,000 and 250,000 seabirds, more than 2,800 sea otters, 247 bald eagles, and 22 orca whales died immediately. Billions of fish eggs were also destroyed. Some scientists say that 20 years later, Prince William Sound is still feeling the effects of the oil spill.
Q. This passage outlines some of the causes of the Exxon Valdez oil spill. What is one effect the author mentions?
a very tired ship crew
repairs needed for the ship
no proper supervision
the death of marine life
Would you believe that many of the Caribbean islands were once volcanoes? It’s true. There is a large chain of volcanoes that lies beneath the Caribbean Sea. Many of the islands we see today, including Jamaica and Cuba, were formed on top of volcanoes.
Over many years, the volcanoes were submerged beneath the sea. Limestone began to develop over the igneous and metamorphic rock that was already there. To this day in Jamaica, there are places where the limestone on the island is thousands of feet thick.
Q. What is one conclusion that can be drawn from the passage?
Jamaica, Cuba, and Puerto Rico formed as a result of volcanic eruptions in the Caribbean Sea
Jamaica is the largest international exporter of products, like limestone, coconuts, and pineapples.
Some Caribbean islands were formed as a result of volcanoes being submerged underwater.
Limestone on other islands in the Caribbean Sea is also thousands of feet thick and miles long
Too Much of a Good Thing?
Antibiotics are chemicals that are used to treat infections. These work by killing the bacteria that cause the infection. Recently, doctors are facing new problems because of antibiotics. It might be a problem they have helped create. Doctors have been prescribing antibiotics too often. People are also using them more than they should. More and more people use antibiotics for colds and common illnesses. Since people get these common illnesses often, they use antibiotics more than they should.
When people use antibiotics too often, they can develop new strains of bacteria. These bacteria can be tough to treat. This is because of bacterial resistance. The chemicals cannot react to the bacteria as they should. Such bacteria need higher and stronger doses of chemicals. At one point, the chemicals stop having any effect on the bacteria.
Today, doctors have found bacteria that are not affected by some of the most powerful antibiotics available. Having to use strong chemicals for common illnesses is also a tough situation. This may start as a small problem and become a bigger medical situation. Many diseases have already become more difficult to treat. Some examples of such diseases are infections of the ear, sinuses, or skin; Meningitis, pneumonia, and tuberculosis. Isn't it about time we start thinking about what we easily put into our bodies?
Q. Which text structure did the writer use to develop this passage?
chronological order
compare and contrast
listing
cause and effect
You have probably heard of gypsies before. This word is often used to refer to people who spend their lives traveling from place to place. Many people enjoy seeing different parts of the world. But could you imagine not having a country to call home?
A stateless person is someone who does not have a citizenship. Sometimes, countries cease to exist. A new government needs to be established in order for the people there to have citizenship. If a new country is not formed, the people who live there could be considered stateless. This can also happen in places where there is a dispute over territory. Countries also sometimes refuse to give citizenship to groups of people altogether.
Other times, countries may decide to take a person’s citizenship. One case where this might happen is if someone fights in a country’s army that opposes his or her home country. The country may decide to strip this person of his or her citizenship.
Q.How does the organizational structure of this passage support the author's purpose?
It gives facts and explanations about the idea of statelessness
It compares the causes of statelessness and lists many of its effects.
It gives arguments to persuade people that denying citizenship is right.
It compares and classifies the different kinds of citizenships and residencies.
What words signal the author's organizational pattern?
What is the organizational pattern? All students enjoy winter break.
generalization
sequential/chronological
process
problem/solution
