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WorksheetsENGLISH EXAM PREP
Total questions: 152
Worksheet time: 3hrs 7mins
Today I have an English quiz, and I must turn in the outline for my project.
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
I had to read a short story, and I had to write a paragraph for homework last night.
simple sentence
complex sentence
compound sentence
If I finish my project tonight, may I go to my friend's house tomorrow night?
simple sentence
complex sentence
compound sentence
I need to finish writing this story, but I'd rather read this book.
simple sentence
complex sentence
compound sentence
We could eat a salad for lunch, or we could eat a hamburger and fries.
simple sentence
complex sentence
compound sentence
Which of the following sentences is correct?
I wanted to go to school today, but I was too tired.
I wanted to go to school today but I was too tired.
I wanted to go to school today, but, I was too tired.
None of the above
Which of the following sentences is correct?
Justin which loved to watch movies went to go see the new Transformers movie he enjoyed it very much.
John loved to see Pixar movies, which is the same studio that make Toy Story, UP!, Wall-E, and Coco.
I want to go out for a swim, but I can't because it's too hot, this is frustrating.
None of the above
Which of the following sentences is correct?
Maggie who loved to eat snow cones was exhausted from her long day at the park.
Maggie, who loved snow cones, was exhausted from her day at the park
Maggie, who loved to eat snow cones was exhausted, from her long day at the park.
None of the above
Which of the following sentences is correct?
The meeting was straight to the point, John was uneasy about it, he was unable to understand why he was there.
The meeting was straight to the point, but John was uneasy about it, and he was unable to understand why he was there.
The meeting was straight to the point, but John was uneasy about it; he was unable to understand why he was there.
None of the above
Sophia passed out papers, so I didn't have to worry about anyone not getting a copy.
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
Fill in the blank with the best hanging phrase:
_______ win money, you must write the best poem.
In order to
So that
Since
Although
Fill in the blank with the best subordinating conjunction:
_______ you wrote the best essay, you win the prize money.
In order to
So that
Since
Although
Which of the following is the best sentence?
She waited in line for the movie, she was getting frustrated.
As she waited in line for the movie, she was getting frustrated.
Waiting in line for the movie, she was getting frustrated.
As she waited in line for the movie she was getting frustrated.
Incorrect or Correct?
I like birds, cats, and fish.
Correct
Incorrect
Incorrect or Correct?
After, I am done with my poem I can come hang out.
Correct
Incorrect
Correct or Incorrect?
I wash my hands, but they are still dirty.
Correct
Incorrect
Correct or Incorrect?
My dad, who is 64 is not coming to the party.
Correct
Incorrect
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
Giana told us to go into the ______ door on the right.
blue
blew
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
I didn't ______ what she said.
here
hear
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
They forgot to take _______ Word Wisdom Journal with them!
there
their
they're
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
Jimmy and EJ brought in venison jerky meat from their _______.
dear
deer
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
We rented the house by the _____.
sea
see
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
I hope the _________ is sunny all of our vacation!
weather
whether
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
She gave him a ________ of her mind.
piece
peace
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
They read their poems _______.
allowed
aloud
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
We had the _______ gym to ourselves for class dodgeball!
hole
whole
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
She is the ______ owner of her headphones.
sole
soul
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
Tyler yelled to Brett, "Use your _______!" as they went downhill on their bikes.
breaks
brakes
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
Could you _______ Magic School Bus while I use the restroom?
paws
pause
Either could be used
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
We can't wait _______ be able to swim in the pool this summer!
too
to
two
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
I am sure __________ coming to the field trip this Spring.
their
there
they're
Select the correct homophone that fits in the sentence below:
Please ask the teacher if _________ due next week.
its
it's
Your opinion or argument is called a(n)
claim
counterclaim
evidence
rebuttal
Which of the following is not a form of evidence?
Quote from an expert
government definitions
a statistic
your dad's opinion
What is a counterclaim?
A rebuttal
Your argument
The other side of your argument.
The strongest piece of evidence
What is a hook in writing?
Captain of a pirate ship
The closing sentence of your conclusion
The best piece of evidence in your paper
How you engage your reader in the beginning
What should you do after presenting text evidence?
Move on to another reason
Transition to a new paragraph
Explain how that evidence proves your thesis statement
Summarize that evidence
Which source would be the most credible?
A quote from Wikipedia
An article from a news journal
A statement from your neighbor
A quote from a popular blog with over a million followers
What is a rebuttal?
Something you call your little brother
The boat from Finding Nemo
Smashing the other person's argument
Restating your argument
Where does your thesis/claim go?
In the first body paragraph
In the counterclaim
In the introductory paragraph
In the conclusion
“Who do you know”, Candace asked, “that has a house big enough for all of us?”
“I was thinking, Lisa said, “that this might not be a good time.”
“Do you think,” Mark asked “That the Royals will win?”
Choose the sentence with the correct punctuation.
"That’s my cat," Missy told the fireman.
"That’s my cat, Missy told the fireman.”
Choose the sentence with the correct punctuation.
“Do you know anybody who likes squash?” Tina asked.
“Do you know anybody who likes squash” Tina asked?
Choose the sentence with the correct punctuation.
"Watch out," exclaimed Dan!
"Watch out!" exclaimed Dan.
Choose the sentence with the correct punctuation
“I love chocolate cupcakes.” Mandy said.
“I love chocolate cupcakes,” Mandy said.
Choose the sentence with the correct punctuation.
"Is the setting quiz Tuesday." Srikar asked.
"Is the setting quiz Tuesday?" Srikar asked.
"Is the setting quiz Tuesday," Srikar asked?
Timmy said the UFO he spotted was oblong in shape.
In my personal opinion, the lines at the Post Office have grown too long.
The rally attendance was estimated at about one thousand.
Everyone who attends the grand opening celebration will receive a free gift
According to our mayor, the root cause of west-side crime is poverty.
Becky was late getting home because of a terrible tragedy at work.
The little people in her diorama are made out of clay
Which comma rule is used here? Send your request to The Pittsburgh Penguins, 66 Lemieux Way, Pittsburgh, PA 58581.
Dates and Addresses
Noun Series
Clarity
Nonessential Clause
Introductory Words
What comma rule is being used here? Yes, I love periwinkle!
Clarity
Introductory Dependent Clause
Introductory Words
Parenthetical Expression
Which comma rule is being used? Basketball fans, a dedicated group, are excited about March Madness.
Appositive
Parenthetical Expression
Dates and Addresses
Quoting
What is the subject?
the orange cat ran quickly
orange
cat
ran
quickly
there is no subject
Independent clause, dependent clause, or phrase?
the orange cat ran quickly
phrase
independent clause
dependent clause
What is the verb?
the orange cat ran quickly
orange
cat
ran
quickly
there is no verb
Independent clause, dependent clause, or phrase?
the ugliest puppy in the litter
phrase
independent clause
dependent clause
What is the subject?
the ugliest puppy in the litter
ugliest
puppy
in
litter
there is no subject
Independent clause, dependent clause, or phrase?
when she sliced the cake
phrase
independent clause
dependent clause
What is the subject?
when she sliced the cake
when
she
sliced
cake
there is no verb
Select the independent clause
after a long night
the long night dragged on
until the long night was over
Select the dependent clause
if our ship arrives early
the ship arrives first
the early ship
Select the phrase
danced in the heavy rain
after the heavy rain stopped
raindrops fell heavily
What is the subject?
Edward walked to the store yesterday.
walked
Edward
store
yesterday
What is the verb?
The cat slept in the window.
cat
slept
in
window
What is the direct object?
Tyjuan threw the football to his teammate.
Tyjuan
threw
football
teammate
What is the indirect object?
I made dinner for my family.
I
made
dinner
family
What is the indirect object of the sentence:
The coach kicked the ball to the player.
coach
kicked
ball
player
Our teacher rewarded us with chocolates.
our teacher
rewarded
us
chocolates
What's the best way to combine these sentences?:
We wanted to go to the beach.
It started to rain.
We stayed at home.
We wanted to go to the beach, but it started to rain; otherwise, we stayed home.
We wanted to go to the beach; however, it started to rain, so we stayed home.
We wanted to go to the beach; therefore, it started to rain, and we stayed home.
It started to rain, but we wanted to go to the beach; therefore, we stayed home.
What's the best way to combine these sentences?:
You need to stop watching TV so much.
You'll become blind.
You need to stop watching TV so much; otherwise, you'll become blind.
You need to stop watching TV so much; in addition, you'll become blind.
You need to stop watching TV so much; besides, you'll become blind.
The outfielders wear glasses; consequently, the sun won't find them.
There are two kinds of fruit on the table ___ oranges and apples.
no punctuation needed
Zack came to class breathless and tired ___ he had just come from baseball practice.
no punctuation needed
The book was written by ___ Peter Jay Montreville.
no punctuation needed
The tables at the party had wonderful decorations ___ flowers, ribbons, balloons, and crystal birds.
no punctuation needed
Which sentence is written correctly?
We currently have two members in our club; Linda and Fiona.
We currently have two members in our club, Linda and Fiona.
We currently have two members in our club Linda and Fiona.
We currently have two members in our club: Linda and Fiona.
