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Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 49mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
The author is trying to convince the reader to do something or think a certain way 
a)
persuade
b)
inform
c)
bias
d)
explain 
2.
A section in a history book describing the conditions and causes of the Great Depression in the Midwest in the 1930s 
a)
Inform
b)
Persuade
c)
Entertain
d)
Explain
3.
A paragraph telling you about how a piece of candy smells, looks, feels, sounds and tastes. 
a)
Describe
b)
Inform
c)
Entertain
d)
Explain 
4.
A recipe for cookies giving step by step instructions 
a)
Entertain
b)
Explain
c)
Describe
d)
Persuade
5.
Entertain means...
a)
To make people scared
b)
To make people sad
c)
To make people enjoy something
d)
To go to the circus
6.
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
7.
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
8.
Beth and her mom went to the circus. This was a special day because she had never ben to a circus before. They bought peanuts and went to their seats. She saw clowns, jugglers, and people on trapezes. There were elephants, lions, and tigers. It was a very exciting day for Beth. 
a)
Persuade
b)
Inform
c)
Entertain
9.

"Once upon a time in a magical kingdom, there lived a great hero. He was about to set out on a dangerous quest!" What is the author's purpose?

a)

To explain.

b)

To Persuade.

c)

To Entertain.

d)

To Inform.

10.

What are an author's 3 purposes for writing?

a)

Persuade, Inform, Electrify

b)

Perform, Infer, Entertain

c)

Persuade, Inform, Educate

d)

Persuade, inform, Entertain

11.
A type of narrative perspective in where the  author uses pronouns like ''your" and "you."
a)
Second Person POV
b)
Third Person POV
c)
First Person POV
12.
Which point of view do you see these signal words?
I, me, my, mine, we, us
a)
First person
b)
Second person
c)
Third person
13.
Which point of view is the narrator "all - knowing" on the thoughts and feelings of more than two character?
a)
First person
b)
Third person limited
c)
Third person objective
d)
Third person omniscient
14.
The Baffled Parent's Guide to Great Basketball Drills by Jim Garland 
Before each practice begins, make sure you check the court and remove any debris from the playing surface.  When your players arrive, check that they have the proper footwear and that they've removed any jewelry, which could injure the player wearing the jewelry or another player.  Always carry a list of emergency phone numbers for your players, and know where the nearest phone is located.  You should also have a first-aid kit, and you might want to take a first-aid course.  
a)
first-person
b)
second-person
c)
third-limited
d)
third-objective
15.
Curious George and the Pizza by Margret Rey 
At the pizza place, Tony the baker was getting the pizzas ready for baking.  He flattened out a ball of dough into a large pancake and tossed it in the air.  He spread tomato sauce on it, sprinkled it with cheese, and shoved it in the over.  Then the telephone rang.  "A fellow from the factory wants a large pizza delivered in a hurry," Tony's wife called.  "OK, I'll get my coat," said Tony.
a)
first-person
b)
second-person
c)
third-objective
d)
third-limited
16.
We go to the mountains every winter for vacation.
a)
3rd person
b)
1st person
c)
2nd person
17.
What POV is this passage?
As I stepped onto the shiny porch of my new house, I thought to myself,"This is gonna be a good day."
a)
Second Person
b)
First Person
c)
Third Person
18.

What is point of view?

a)

the time and place the story occurs

b)

the author's purpose

c)

who is telling the story

d)

the main events

19.

Which type of point of view is when a narrator who is not a part of the story tells the story?

a)

1st Person

b)

3rd Person

20.

In 3rd person limited, you get to know the thoughts and feelings of...

a)

1 character

b)

2 characters

c)

none of the characters

d)

all of the characters

21.
What is the theme of this story?
a)
Don't steal
b)
Look both ways before crossing the street. 
c)
Necessity is the mother of invention. 
d)
One good turn deserves another.
22.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Don't be greedy.
b)
Work together.
c)
Respect your elders. 
d)
Don't steal.
23.
Common or Proper?
July
a)
common
b)
proper
24.
Floods can cause tremendous damage.  They can ruin houses, roads and buildings. Floods can take down trees and cause mudslides. It often leaves mud, sand and debris behind.  It can take months to clean up after a flood.
 What is the main idea?
a)
Floods can cause a lot of damage.
b)
Floods cause mudslides.
c)
Floods damage houses and roads. 
25.
Amy opened the door to the bathroom. “What is that dripping sound? Why is the carpet wet and squishy all around the bathtub? The rest of the carpet is dry. Oh no!”
What is the problem?
a)
The TV is broken.
b)
The bathtub is overflowing.
c)
There is no soap in the bathroom.
d)
The stove was left turned on.
26.
Infer means to look for _____________ in the story and use your knowledge. 
a)
clues
b)
characters
c)
setting
d)
theme
27.
Soccer is known in some countries as football. It is a popular sport across the world, with over 200 countries playing the sport. It is estimated that over 250 million people, both men and women, play soccer. The sport has been part of the Olympic games from 1900 to 1928 and from 1936 to today.
 What is the main idea?
a)
Soccer is important at the Olympics.
b)
Soccer is a worldwide sport.
c)
Soccer is also called football.
d)
Soccer is played by men and women.
28.
A questions that asks for supporting details or something that supports an idea is asking for...
a)
an inference
b)
evidence
c)
a selection
d)
a definition
29.
Non-fiction is...
a)
true and informational
b)
not real
30.

Which of the following sentences is correct?

a)

My name is john.

b)

my name is John.

c)

My name is John.

d)

My Name Is John.

31.

Which of the following sentences is correct?

a)

My friend and I went to the park.

b)

My Friend and I went to the park.

c)

My friend and i went to the park.

32.

Which of the following sentences is correct?

a)

He is from england.

b)

he is from England.

c)

He is from England.

d)

He Is From England.

33.

Which of the following has correct capitalization?

a)

It was so exciting to see the golden gate bridge!

b)

It was so exciting to see the Golden gate bridge!

c)

It was so exciting to see the Golden Gate Bridge!

d)

It was so exciting to see the Golden Gate bridge!

34.

Choose the sentence with the correct capitalization

a)

The titanic was a Ship that sank after hitting an ice burg.

b)

The Titanic was a ship that sank after hitting an ice burg.

35.

Choose the sentence with the correct capitalization.

a)

When the test grades came back, I was pleased with my performance.

b)

When the test grades came back, i was pleased with my performance.

36.

Choose the sentence with the correct capitalization.

a)

We studied greek Mythology in my reading class.

b)

We studied Greek mythology in my reading class.

37.
What acronym did we learn to remember the indirect ways an author can tell us about a character?
a)
STEAL
b)
FACE
c)
LONG
d)
READ
38.
What does the "S" in STEAL stand for? 
a)
Subtly 
b)
Say or Speak 
c)
Simple
39.
What does the "T" in STEAL stand for? 
a)
Talk
b)
Timing
c)
Thoughts
40.
What does the "E" in STEAL stand for? 
a)
Everything
b)
Explain in detail
c)
Effect on others
41.
What does the "A" in STEAL stand for? 
a)
All about them
b)
Actions
c)
Animals they own
42.
What does the "L" in STEAL stand for? 
a)
Love interest
b)
Likes
c)
Looks
43.
Which STEAL am I using to describe a character as smart
Jane liked to sit in front of the class. She came with all her materials and she always had her homework done. When ever the teacher asked a question, Jane was the first with her hand raised and ready to answer. 
a)
Speech
b)
Thoughts
c)
Effect On Others
d)
Actions
44.
Which STEAL am I using to describe a character as a bully
Every time Jimmy walked down the hallway the other kids were sure to move aside and hold their books a little tighter for fear that Jimmy would knock them out of their hands. No one ever dared look Jimmy in the eye as he came their way. 
a)
Speech
b)
Thoughts
c)
Effect On Others
d)
Actions
45.
Which STEAL am I using to describe a character as an athletic
When Lucy changed into her gym clothes she always had the latest gear. He shoes, although just bought new last month, were worn in to the perfect fit. Before she ran she made sure to tie back her hair, set her fitbit to track her running and was on the starting mark in perfect form before any other runner. 
a)
Speech
b)
Looks
c)
Effect On Others
d)
Actions
46.

What does STEAL stand for?

a)

Speech, Thoughts, Effect on others, Actions, and Looks

b)

Statements, Time, Effort, Actions, and Love

c)

Solitude, Thoughts, Enthusiasm, Actions, and Loss

47.
Soldiers patiently waited in line to receive their government issued uniforms.
Which definition below is most closely aligned with how the word ISSUED is used in the sentence above?
a)
 to flow or to go out
b)
the act of going or flowing out
c)
an important topic or problem for debate or discussion
d)
supply or distribute
48.

Remembering the events of the day, Johanna sat pensively at the desk and wrote her journal entry.

Which definition best defines how the word ENTRY is used in the sentence above?

a)

the right or privilege of entering :

b)

the act of entering

c)

a place of entrance

d)

a record or notation of an occurrence, transaction, or proceeding

49.

The fence was constructed along the boundary of the farm and was built to be stable for years.

Which definition best defines how the word STABLE is used in the sentence above?

a)

a building in which domestic animals are sheltered and fed

b)

steady, reliable, sturdy

c)

a group of people (such as athletes, writers, or performers) under one management

d)

the racehorses of one owner

50.
Josiah's curious nature kept him climbing, pillaging and looking.  
Which definition best defines how the word CURIOUS is used in the sentence above?  
a)
strange or perculiar
b)
marked by desire to investigate and learn
c)
precisely accurate
d)
exciting attention as strange, novel, or unexpected

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