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Review Advanced English 1 First Partial

Total questions: 93

Worksheet time: 1hrs 18mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A group of words with a subject/verb

a)

Phrase

b)

Clause

c)

Predicate

2.

Which of these answers is a clause? (select all that apply)

a)

This answer is correct

b)

even if this answer is wrong

c)

the man went to the store

d)

pizza

3.

An independent clause is not a complete thought.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

Not sure

4.

A dependent clause is not a complete thought.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

Select the sentence with the dependent clause.

a)

Although it was late, the man went to the store.

b)

The man went to the store.

c)

The angry man went quickly to the farmers market.

d)

no pizza

6.

Select the sentence without a dependent clause.

a)

I need to go to bed early tonight.

b)

Although its the weekend, I'm going to bed early.

c)

I'm going to bed early because I'm tired.

d)

I am looking in the refrigerator for cold pizza because I am hungry

7.
When the day ends, we can all go home and make cookies.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
8.
When the day ends, we can all go home and make cookies.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
9.
Everything was fine until Sally came along.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
10.
What is the subordinating conjunction?
 
We went to Danube because we ran out of eggs.
a)
Danube
b)
because
c)
eggs
d)
we
11.
What is the subordinating conjunction?
 
I will finish my homework after the movie is over.
a)
finish
b)
homework
c)
after
d)
over
12.
A clause is
a)
A group of words that is used as a single part of speech. It does not contain BOTH a subject and a verb.
b)
A group of words that contains both a subject and a verb. It can stand alone or with another clause.
c)
a word that takes the place of a noun.
d)
a word that is the action or state of being in the sentence.
13.

The tan and white dog was happy and glad because he had a good home.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

14.

The Discoverers team finally won the trophy, so they were very excited.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

15.

It was bitterly cold outside, yet the man did not wear a jacket.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

16.

Because there was a snow day, the basketball game was rescheduled for Friday.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

17.

That was such a good game!

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

18.

I had to go to get my prize because I heard my name called on morning announcements.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

19.

I enjoy playing basketball, but I also like to play golf when I have spare time.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

20.

The maple leaf, which is Canada's national emblem, has been associated with the country since the 1700s.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

21.

If we can't find an inexpensive hotel for the Fourth of July weekend, we can always stay with my parents.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

22.

As cold weather approaches, you must protect your water pipes against freezing, or they can rupture and cause significant damage to your home.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

23.

During last night's thunderstorm, a flurry of tiny hailstones danced across the roof of our house.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

24.

Blake took several incredible panoramic photographs of the sweeping view from the top of Table Mountain.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

25.

As Tucker sat down on the rickety old chair, it abruptly collapsed beneath him.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

26.

Fragment or Sentence?


Supplies for school at my desk.

a)

Fragment

b)

Sentence

27.

Fragment or Sentence?


I am using my old backpack.

a)

Fragment

b)

Sentence

28.

Fragment or Sentence?


Mrs. Cheeves is a new teacher.

a)

Fragment

b)

Sentence

29.

Fragment or Sentence?


Gave me a blue writing folder.

a)

Fragment

b)

Sentence

30.

Is this a run on?

Two cowboys came to town they were looking for gold.

a)

run on

b)

correct

31.

Is this a run on?

They heard about some gold in this town.

a)

correct

b)

run on

32.

Is this a run on?

You need a license to look for gold they didn't have one.

a)

correct

b)

run on

33.

Is this a run on?

They traded their horses for the license.

a)

run on

b)

correct

34.

Is this a run on?

They lost they couldn't get to the gold mine without the horses.

a)

run on

b)

correct

35.

Is this a run on?

That was easy to fix they walked up the trail.

a)

run on

b)

correct

36.

What is a comma splice?

a)

The incorrect use of a comma to join two independent clauses.

b)

The correct use of a comma to join two independent clauses.

37.

One of the most interesting plants is the cactus, for it is able to live without water for years.

a)

Correct

b)

Comma splice

38.
My grandmother was an artist I have many of her paintings.
a)
My, grandmother, was an artist I have many of her paintings.
b)
My grandmother was an artist. I have many of her paintings.
c)
My grandmother was an artist I, have many of her paintings.
d)
Correct as is
39.

Jill didn't really want to visit me, all she wanted was to borrow money.

a)

Correct

b)

Comma splice

40.

The flying fox is not really a fox at all, rather, it is a kind of bat whose head resembles that of a fox.

a)

Correct

b)

Comma splice

41.

Proper lighting is a necessity for good eyesight, but direct sunlight can damage eyesight.

a)

Correct

b)

Comma splice

42.

In writing a paragraph, what is the first sentence called?

a)
Sequence sentence
b)
Capital sentence
c)
Topic sentence
d)
Concluding sentence
43.

What are supporting sentences in a paragraph?

a)

true and false sentences

b)

sentences about the conclusion

c)

short sentences

d)

sentences that develop the main idea

44.
What is the last sentence in a paragraph called?
a)
topic sentence
b)
supporting sentence
c)
concluding sentence
d)
opinion sentence
45.
What is the concluding sentence?
a)
tells the main idea 
b)
repeats the main idea using different words.
c)
tells a joke
d)
tells the action of the paragraph
46.

Transition words like first, next, and lastly are used to organize the supporting sentences of the paragraph.

a)

True

b)

False

47.
Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
When you bake cookies, you first have to make sure you have all the ingredients. Then you have to mix them together. Finally, you have to put them in the oven.
a)
Baking cookies is really easy to do.
b)
My grandma has the best cookies recipe.
c)

Baking cookies is really easy to do if you follow these next steps.

d)
Cookies are easier to make than cake.
48.

What is a paragraph?

a)

A set of words that is complete in itself, containing a subject, verb and object.

b)

A unit of grammatical organization which traditionally consists of a subject and predicate.

c)

A group of sentences that are all related to one main topic.

49.

What should a paragraph look like?

a)
b)
c)
d)
50.

The following can help a paragraph flow and become more high level (cohesion)

a)

slang words

b)

improperly used transition words and phrases

c)

inventive and informal spelling

d)

properly used connecting words (coordinating and subordinating conjunctions, and transition words and phrases)

51.

Select the parts of a paragraph:

Select all that apply

a)

Cohesion

b)

Topic sentence

c)

Supporting sentences

d)

Main topic

e)

Concluding sentence

52.

Mark the characteristics of the topic sentence:

Select all that apply

a)

It's the first sentence of a paragraph.

b)

It contains an example.

c)

It introduces the main idea of the paragraph.

d)

It summarizes what the paragraph is about.

e)

You should include "Dear Sir/Madam,"

53.

What is Unity?

a)

a paragraph discusses one and only one main idea from beginning to end.

b)

a paragraph discusses more than one main ideas.

c)

examples are related to the topic and controlling idea.

54.
Coherence means
a)
discussing a topic in detail
b)

providing details in a logical order

c)
discussing only one topic per paragraph
d)
sharing hair
55.

This refers to the “grammatical” aspects of writing and is focused on the degree to which sentences (or even different parts of a sentence) are connected so that the flow of ideas is easy to follow.

a)

Organization

b)

Coherence

c)

Cohesion

d)

Writing Conventions

56.
Karen is rich; ___, her cousin Kate is poor.
a)
therefore
b)
however
c)
otherwise
57.
You'd better take a taxi. ___, you'll arrive late.
a)
Consequently
b)
Furthermore
c)
Otherwise
58.
 Jack wasn't tired. ___, he took a nap
a)
Otherwise
b)
Hence
c)
Nonetheless
59.
The kids didn't study. ___, they failed the course.
a)
Therefore
b)
Nonetheless
c)
Otherwise
60.

That house isn't big enough for us; ___, it's too expensive.

a)
furthermore
b)
hence
c)
although
61.

He was thinking about his grades while he worked hard to pay attention in class.

a)

comma needed after "while"

b)

no comma needed

c)

comma needed before "while"

62.

Before you go to the bathroom you need to ask permission from the teacher.

a)

comma needed after "bathroom"

b)

no comma needed

c)

comma needed after "Before"

63.

____ we get started, let's introduce ourselves. 

a)
Because
b)
Before
64.

The Clerk made the new keys ____ we waited. 

a)
while
b)
if
65.

____ my cats are lazy, they are affectionate.

a)
Unless
b)
Although
66.
They didn't want to be late, ___ they hurried.
a)
nor
b)
but
c)
and
d)
so
67.
Matt went to the beach, ___ he learned to surf.
a)
or
b)
and
c)
but
d)
for
68.
CJ wanted to go skateboarding with his friends, ___ it was raining outside.
a)
yet
b)
and
c)
so
d)
but
69.
I went to sleep at 8:00 last night, ____ I still feel sleepy.
a)
yet
b)
so
c)
for
d)
and
70.
My mom doesn't like chocolate ice cream, ___ does she like vanilla.
a)
nor
b)
or
c)
but
d)
so
71.
What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?
a)
For, And, Nor, But, Yet, Since
b)
Finally, After, Neither, Once, Yet, Since
c)
For, And, Nor, Because, Or, Yet, So
d)
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So
72.

In this step of the writing process you fix misspelled words.

a)

revising

b)

editing

c)

drafting

d)

planning

73.

What is the first step of the writing process?

a)

drafting

b)

publishing

c)

editing

d)

prewriting

74.

In which stage of the writing process would a good writer add more detail?

a)

editing

b)

planning

c)

revising

d)

prewriting

75.

In what step would you check for confusing parts and fix them?

a)

revising

b)

editing

c)

drafting

d)

planning

76.

When you are selecting a topic, which of the below is appropriate?

a)

writing the opening paragraph

b)

revising for organization

c)

narrow down a general topic to a more specific topic

d)

editing for correct grammar

77.

What are some characteristics of a narative paragraph?

a)

It communicates ideas in a chronological order, uses details, relates an event to make a point

b)

It uses details about other people, includes ideas in order and relates an event in future

c)

It relates an event, describes bad experiences, uses chronological order

78.

The purpose of a narrative paragraph is

a)

to sale you something,

b)

to tell a story to make a point.

c)

to explain what will happen.

79.
Anne ____________ in a cafe when she was at university.
a)
worked
b)
were working
c)
had worked
80.
Anne ____________ in a cafe before she became a teacher.
a)
worked
b)
were working
c)
had worked
81.
Last night we _________ sake together in the city. We ate sashimi and talked all night.
a)
drank
b)
was drinking
c)
had drunk
d)
were drinking
82.
When I got to school this morning, I realised that I ______ my homework last night.
a)
didn't do
b)
wasn't doing
c)
hadn't done
d)
weren't doing
83.
When his mom got home, he ___________ his homework. He asked her to help him with it.
a)
did
b)
was doing
c)
had done
d)
have done
84.

Which sentence is correct?

a)

I didn’t used to like cabbage.

b)

I didn’t use to like cabbage.

c)

I never use to like cabbage.

85.

My granddad _______ us stories about his life as a policeman.

a)

use to tell

b)

used to tell

c)

was used to tell

86.
The boy often _______ tennis in the park.
a)
used to play
b)

would play

c)
use to play
87.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.

Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.

a)

It tastes really good.

b)

Candy contains high amounts of sugar.

c)

You can find many artificial additives in candy.

d)

Eating too much candy can give you cavities.

88.

Which of the following would be a good topic sentence?

a)

On Thanksgiving, I ate turkey.

b)

Thanksgiving is a popular American holiday.

c)

Families gather.

d)

This is why Thanksgiving is a popular American holiday.

89.

Which sentence is a quality topic sentence?

a)

I like to go sled riding on the hill in my backyard.

b)

Winter is a season that brings me joy.

c)

These are the reasons I like winter.

d)

Winter is a season.

90.

Identify the Topic Sentence.

a)

Babies are born after 9 months.

b)

You can take babies to the creche.

c)

Babies are fun to play with.

d)

Having a baby is difficult because they need lots of care.

91.
What title below uses correct capitalization?
a)
The Hunger Games
b)
Diary of a wimpy kid
c)
i Am Malala
d)
the Hot Zone
92.
What title below uses correct capitalization?
a)
Harry potter and The Sorcerer's Stone
b)
The lion King
c)
The Secret Life of Pets
d)
find nemo 
93.

In the title beauty and the beast, which words should be capitalized?:

a)

beauty

b)

and

c)

the

d)

beast

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