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Context Clues, point of view, and irony

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 23mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Chelsea's interest in becoming class president began to wane when she learned that she would actually have responsibilities, obligations, and duties.

a)

increase

b)

falter

c)

diminish

d)

expand

2.

Mohammad planned the jewelry heist so well that he was impressed by his own sagacity.

a)

motivation

b)

cleverness

c)

ignorance

d)

incompetence

3.

Can you believe that Emerson had the audacity to steal from his mother?

a)

patience

b)

agility

c)

desire

d)

boldness

4.

Sidney spoke vehemently to the man who attempted to assault her while she was walking in the park.

a)

politely

b)

passively

c)

forcefully

d)

respectfully

5.

When students talk in Ms. Cummings' class, they always get caught because her hearing is acute.

a)

sharp

b)

dull

c)

weak

d)

fretful

6.

The young orator delivered a profound speech about hatred and discrimination in a packed auditorium.

a)

unemotional

b)

shallow

c)

trivial

d)

intellectual

7.

Your rude and obstinate behavior is beginning to vex me.

a)

depress

b)

discourage

c)

annoy

d)

gratify

8.

Many people say that New Yorkers are rude, so I was suprised by the suavity of my business clients in New York.

a)

politeness

b)

eagerness

c)

firmness

d)

cheerfulness

9.

The stars were burning brightly in the night sky. The evening breeze felt cool on my skin. It was the last night of summer break and I was calm. It's not that I was excited to go back to school. I wasn't. School is a lot of work for me, but I was excited to see my friend again. I knew that she would be there.

a)

Third person omniscient

b)

Second person

c)

Third person limited

d)

First person

10.

8. Sid saw the ball floating through the air. He knew it was coming to him. He positioned himself where he thought it was going to land. Then, a large cloud moved in the sky. The sun blazed and Sid couldn't see anything. "Thump!" The ball landed right in front of Sid. Coach yelled across the field, "Pick it up, Sid! Throw it to second." Sid couldn't see the ball in front of him. All he could see were spots. The coach threw his hat on the ground and continued to yell, "Pick it up, Sid!"

a)

Third person limited

b)

Third person omniscient

c)

Third person objective

d)

Second person

11.

Grilling chicken is easy. First, give yourself plenty of time. If you set the temperature for more than 350 degrees, you may burn your chicken. So, keep the temperature low, and give yourself plenty of time to cook the chicken. Set your burners on low and leave the chicken on the top rack. Flip your chicken every 15 to 20 minutes. During the final twenty minutes of cooking, brush some barbeque sauce on your chicken. Now, prepare to eat a delicious meal!

a)

Third person limited

b)

First person

c)

Second person

d)

Third person Objective

12.

A young girl in a scout uniform knocked on the front door of a white mansion. A man wearing a tuxedo with tails answered the door. "May I help you?" the man asked. The young girl began speaking, "Would you like to buy some cookies? Some of the proceeds go to charity." The man cut off the young girl by saying, "Let me see if the head of the home is available." The young girl smiled and straightened the buttons on her uniform.

a)

Third person objective

b)

First person

c)

Third person limited

d)

Third person omniscient

13.

A mean old man ate a large meal at a restaurant. The server tried to provide him with excellent service, but every time she brought him a dish, he complained. First, he thought that the soup was too cold when it was hot. Then, he said that his steak was dry and chewy when it was moist and succulent. Next, he complained that one of her blonde hairs was in his mashed potatoes, but the hair was actually gray like his own. She remained patient and continued to serve him until the end of the meal. He left her a quarter for a tip. She replied on his way out, “Thank you for the generous tip, Mister.”

a)

No irony

b)

Verbal irony

c)

Situational irony

d)

Dramactic irony

14.

Mr. Reinhart is the building inspector for the entire county. Before a person can build an addition on their home or property, the plans need to be approved by Mr. Reinhart. He checks that each plan follows building codes before he approves the construction. He makes sure that construction goes according to the plan once the project begins. He ensures that every structure in the county is built properly. One day, Mr. Reinhart was having a party at his house. He and his guests were barbecuing on the porch attached to his house when it suddenly collapsed. Apparently, termites got into the wood and had been chewing away the support beams for years. Mr. Reinhart hadn't noticed.

a)

Verbal irony

b)

No irony

c)

Situational irony

d)

Dramatic irony

15.

My mother hates my boyfriend. It is uncomfortable when we go to family gatherings. I do not want to choose between my mother and my boyfriend. I love them both.

a)

Verbal irony

b)

Situational irony

c)

Dramatic irony

d)

No irony

16.

Derrick had a huge graduation party at his house. Guests were everywhere. While the party was taking place, Prince, Derrick's best friend, stole his iphone. When Derrick realized that his phone was missing, he called Detective Tippery. Detective Tippery searched and questioned each of the guests. When Prince was questioned, he said, "I did not steal the phone." Each guest's response was similar to Prince's. Detective Tippery left the premise frustrated and confused.

a)

Verbal irony

b)

Situational irony

c)

Dramatic irony

d)

No irony

17.

Katelyn and Grace went skiing, Katelyn fell and broke her wrist.

a)

Sentence

b)

Run-on

c)

Fragment

18.

When Caleb was sick.

a)

Run-on

b)

Fragment

c)

Sentence

19.

Gage is my best friend; I have known him since kindergarten.

a)

Run-on

b)

Fragment

c)

Sentence

20.

Because I am sick, I am not going to attend the wedding.

a)

Run-on

b)

Fragment

c)

Sentence

21.

The handsome boy sitting in the chair next to the door.

a)

Run-on

b)

Fragment

c)

Sentence

22.

Close the door.

a)

Fragment

b)

Run-on

c)

Sentence.

23.

I know that I am late for curfew I hope that you are not going to ground me.

a)

Run-on

b)

Fragment

c)

Sentence

24.

The children playing on the swings in the backyard.

a)

Run-on

b)

Fragment

c)

Sentence

25.

During the summer, I enjoy traveling.

a)

Fragment

b)

Sentence

c)

Run-on