WorksheetsELA Common Assessment 2
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 13mins
What is the linking verb in the sentence below?
The animals were fed and happy.
animals
fed
were
and
Read the sentence.
I got a new shirt yesterday.
Describe the function of the underlined adverb in the sentence.
Tells when I read a new book
Tells where I read a new book
Tells how I read a new book
Tells to what extent I read a new book
Which word BEST matches the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?
He had a positive attitude everywhere he went.
friendly
all over
everyday
always
What is the meaning of the word wondering in the sentence below?
The baker made the cake and continued on her way, wondering if it would be a delicious cake.
To know the answer
To give up on the answer
To think about what the answer may be
To not think that there is an answer
Read the sentence. What does the prefix mis- mean in the underlined word?
Everyone in the class helped Mrs. Isbell look for her misplaced book.
again
wrong
before
not
Read the sentence below. What does the word worthless mean as it is used in this sentence?
The ring I found on the playground was worthless.
worth more
worth the most
without worth
full of worth
Which of the following is a simple sentence?
Jason found his black coat.
My cat loves to chase blowing leaves in the yard while I swing.
On the way.
Singing is very fun, but not as fun as playing in the band.
Which is the best way to combine the following sentences?
I love to go fishing all day. My sister would rather go shopping all day.
I love to go fishing all day my sister would rather go shopping all day.
I love to go fishing all day so rather my sister would go shopping all day.
I love to go fishing all day but my sister would rather go shopping all day.
I love to go fishing all day, but my sister would rather go shopping all day.
Which sentence is written in the BEST possible way?
The clouds rolled in and then after that it began to rain.
After the clouds rolled in, it began to rain.
The clouds rolled in then it began to rain.
The clouds rolled in and also it began to rain.
Read the sentence. How does the use of the word adventure help the reader understand the author’s feelings about life on another planet? Pick two that are correct.
Life on another planet would truly be an adventure.
It helps show that the author believes that life on another planet would be difficult.
It helps show that the author believes that life on another planet is for brave people.
It helps show that the author believes that life on another planet would take little courage.
It helps show that the author believes that life on another planet would involve a trip that took years.
Read the following sentence about JoJo. The word thinks has multiple meanings. What does the word thinks MOST LIKELY tell the reader about JoJo.
She thinks she is a butterfly and flutters around everywhere she goes.
JoJo is as smart as a butterfly.
JoJo believes she is a butterfly.
JoJo wants to turn into a butterfly.
JoJo daydreams about being a butterfly.
Read the following sentence. The word believed has multiple meanings. What does the word believed MOST LIKELY mean in the sentence.
What would have happened if the kid believed the code that his friend overheard?
The kid did not trust what the friend was saying.
The kid did not hear the friend when he was talking.
The kid did not understand the words used by the friend.
The kid did not think that the friend had the right code.
Sam wants to find out what the word crustacean means. Which source would be the MOST helpful?
a thesaurus
an encyclopedia
a dictionary
an atlas
Read the sentence.
Will you be going skating, but will you go to the park?
What is the correct revision for this sentence?
Will you be going skating, and will you go to the park?
Will you be going skating, so will you go to the park?
Will you be going skating, for will you go to the park?
Will you be going skating, or will you go to the park?
A student is writing a research report about why Neil Armstrong is famous. She wrote an opinion in the report.
Read the sentences from the student’s report and the directions that follow.
Neil Armstrong is a famous person. He landed on the moon. The world knows more about outer space thanks to Neil Armstrong.
The student took notes on Neil Armstrong. Choose THREE notes that support the student’s opinion.
Neil Armstrong was born August 5, 1920.
Neil Armstrong walking on the moon changed the world forever.
The videos made on the moon by Neil Armstrong are still used today.
Neil Armstrong had a nickname.
Landing on the moon was Neil Armstrong’s greatest achievement.
A student is writing about basketball. He/She is including an opinion in the paper. Read the sentence.
Basketball is a very good team sport for girls and boys.
The student found some information about basketball. Which is the BEST sentence to support the student’s opinion?
Basketball is better than swimming because not everybody has a swimming pool.
Basketball is one of the most popular sports in the world.
Studies show that many cities have basketball teams and people meet to play every weekend.
Studies show that basketball builds muscle and helps children to get along with others.
Revise the sentences below to better connect the sentences.
I feel like schools should not allow dress codes. If we had to wear a uniform, students would not get to pick what they want to wear. I would not be able to wear my favorite hoodie. Schools should allow students to be creative and unique.
Choose the BEST word to connect the underlined sentences.
In addition
Since
For example
Therefore
Read the following writing rubric.
4- All of the sentences are about the main idea of the paragraph.
3- Most of the sentences are about the main idea of the paragraph
2-Only some of the sentence are about the main idea of the paragraph
1-None of the sentences are about the main idea of the paragraph
Based on the rubric, which sentence does NOT belong in the paragraph below?
(1)The first time I went on a vacation was so fun. (2) We went to the beach. (3) We played in the sand and built sand castles. (4) We also went into the ocean to jump the waves. (5) I also had fun playing in the swimming pool. (6) My friend is Tim.
Sentence 2
Sentence 3
Sentence 5
Sentence 6
Kinsley is writing an opinion article. She wanted to revise her article to add transition words or phrases that connect ideas. Read the draft of the article and complete the task that follows.
Of all the seasons, summer is definitely the best. One reason summer is great is because you get to spend more time with your family. You can go swimming, and take a vacation to the beach. These are just a few reasons why summer is the best.
Choose the TWO BEST transition words/phrases to connect the underlined sentences.
Also,
Because,
But,
However,
In addition,
Read the paragraph.
First, he likes to run into the waves with his boogie board. He could ride the ocean waves for hours! After that, he loves to build a sand castle. He uses all of his sand toys to build the largest sand castle ever! Later, he would take a relaxing walk on the beach.
Choose an opening sentence that MOST clearly states the opinion of the writer.
Joey hoped that they could go back to the beach again tomorrow.
The waves were crashing hard that day!
Joey thinks the beach is the best place for a trip.
Joey was so excited to spend the day at the beach.
