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WorksheetsBenchmark 2 Review
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 12mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
What is the "tone" of a story?
a)
The feeling the passage evokes from the reader
b)
The author, narrator, or speaker's attitude toward a subject
c)
The time and place of the story
d)
The summary of events in the story
2.
The author's attitude toward the subject matter is called ________.
a)
mood
b)
tone
3.
Which word correctly matches the following definition: The most important point the author makes.
a)
Objective Summary
b)
Supporting Details
c)
Central Idea
d)
Topic
4.
Joe had been fishing for over two hours without a single bite. Suddenly there was a nibble at the end of his fishing line. He stood up on the boat and leaned out too far. Just then there was a sharp yank on the line. Joe fell overboard and landed head first into the water. Joe and his friends laughed and laughed.
a)
to Inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
5.
To give facts or supply knowledge is the definition of _______________.
a)
persuadeq
b)
inform
c)
entertain
d)
feelings
6.
It was a glorious morning in Alabama. The sun was shining through the trees. Alan couldn't wait to find his fishing pole and call his friend Sam to go fishing. They had a great time on these early morning fishing trips. They took their dogs with them and the dogs would swim in the lake while they fished. It was so funny to watch those dogs paddle around the lake.
a)
to inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
7.
The Underground Railroad was a secret organization which helped slaves escape to freedom. Many slaves were able to escape because of the conductors and station masters. The northern states were free states and slaves were free once they arrived in the north. Secret codes and signals were used to identify the conductors and station masters.
a)
to Inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
8.
HAMSTERS FOR SALE: Braxton Pet Store, Northwood Mall: We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are interesting pets and you will enjoy having one. They are only $ 17.99 this week. Come and buy yours today!
a)
to Inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
9.
Calligraphy is a form of handwriting . A special pen must be used. Letters are formed using up and down strokes. Old documents are usually written in this form. Diplomas , certificates and other awards are written in calligraphy. It is an interesting form of handwriting.
a)
to Inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
10.
What does the "R" stand for in "CER?"
a)
relevant
b)
right
c)
reverse
d)
reasoning
11.
What does the "E" stand for in "CER?"
a)
eliminate
b)
energy
c)
evidence
d)
equal
12.
What does the letter "C" stand for in "CER?"
a)
creative
b)
claim
c)
correct
d)
cause
13.
Why do we need evidence?
a)
To answer a question
b)
To show how and why
c)
To prove our claim is true
14.
Why do we need reasoning?
a)
To show how and why
b)
to answer a question
c)
To prove your claim is true
15.
Why is it important to provide textual evidence?
a)
It makes your paragraph longer.
b)
It allows your reader to get the important facts from the article without reading the whole thing.
c)
It shows that you know what you are talking about.
d)
It makes your claim stronger and helps prove your point.
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