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7 English Midterm (1)

Total questions: 113

Worksheet time: 6hrs 39mins

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1.

Find the correlative conjunctions in the following sentence.


They needed both chicken and beef for the week.

a)

chicken....beef

b)

both...and

c)

and...for

2.

Find the correlative conjunctions in the following sentence.


Neither Shannon nor Melanie earned the silver medal in the competition yesterday.

a)

Neither...nor

b)

Shannon...Melanie

c)

nor...the

3.

Find the correlative conjunctions in the following sentence.


The chef in the competition was either proud or excited.

a)

either...or

b)

chef...in

c)

in...the

4.

Find the correlative conjunctions in the following sentence.


Jared ate not only his dinner but also Greg's.

a)

ate...only

b)

not only...but also

c)

his dinner...also Greg's

5.

Determine whether the sentence is written in active voice or passive voice:


The employees were visited by their bosses from their headquarters.

a)

active voice

b)

passive voice

6.

Determine whether the sentence is written in active voice or passive voice:


The teacher will choose among their students.

a)

active voice

b)

passive voice

7.

Determine whether the sentence is written in active voice or passive voice:


Potatoes were added to the stew before lunch.

a)

active voice

b)

passive voice

8.

Determine whether the sentence is written in active voice or passive voice:


Mary canned jelly in the springtime.

a)

active voice

b)

passive voice

9.

Find the subject in the sentence below:


How was the burger cooked?

a)

burger

b)

cooked

c)

was

10.

Find the subject in the sentence below:


Do you know the way to the library?

a)

you

b)

library

c)

the

11.

Find the subject in the sentence below:


When did Brandy bring the fruitcake?

a)

Brandy

b)

fruitcake

c)

bring

12.

Determine whether the underlined verb phrase is an action verb phrase or a linking verb phrase:


Our class grew herbs in our community garden.

a)

action verb phrase

b)

linking verb phrase

13.

Determine whether the underlined verb phrase is an action verb phrase or a linking verb phrase:


The little baby was being cranky all morning.

a)

active verb phrase

b)

linking verb phrase

14.

Determine whether the underlined verb phrase is an action verb phrase or a linking verb phrase:


They felt the rough texture of the gravel.

a)

active verb phrase

b)

linking verb phrase

15.

Find the noun functioning as an adjective.


The basketball player took some deep breaths.

a)

basketball

b)

took

c)

breaths

16.

Find the noun functioning as an adjective.


They decided to visit with family for the holiday weekend.

a)

they

b)

family

c)

holiday

17.

Find the noun functioning as an adjective.


Nicky's friend wanted to sing a song with her on graduation day.

a)

friend

b)

sing

c)

graduation

18.

What does TAG stand for?

a)

Touch and Go

b)

Title, Author, and Genre

c)

Title, Author, and Graphics

d)

The recess game

19.

What is the definition of a claim?

a)

an introduction to evidence

b)

a direct quote from the text

c)

a "mic drop" moment

d)

an opinionated statement that can be argued; is supported by evidence

20.

Evidence is ___________________ that supports the claim.

a)

challenge

b)

proof

c)

opinions

d)

position

21.

Where is a conclusion paragraph in an essay?

a)

The first paragraph

b)

The middle paragraph

c)

The last paragraph

22.

What is an introduction paragraph in an essay?

a)

The first paragraph

b)

The middle paragraph

c)

The last paragraph

23.

Where is a conclusion paragraph in an essay?

a)

The first paragraph

b)

The middle paragraph

c)

The last paragraph

24.

Which of the following words is NOT a transition word?

a)

however

b)

therefore

c)

first

d)

ran

25.

Which of the following is NOT a transition word(s)?

a)

looking

b)

secondly

c)

for example

d)

then

26.

Define the following type of lead:


Dialogue

a)

This lead begins with a dialogue/conversation.

b)

This lead takes the reader back to a specific event in the past to introduce the topic.

c)

This lead begins with an exciting event or action.

d)

This lead immediately draws the attention into the story by staring with an onomatopoeia.

27.

Define the following type of lead:


Sound Effect

a)

This lead immediately draws the attention into the story by staring with an onomatopoeia.

b)

This lead begins with a dialogue/conversation.

c)

This lead takes the reader back to a specific event in the past to introduce the topic.

d)

This lead asks an interesting question.

28.

Define the following type of lead:


Action

a)

This lead begins with an exciting event or action.

b)

This lead takes the reader back to a specific event in the past to introduce the topic.

c)

This lead asks an interesting question.

d)

This lead immediately draws the attention into the story by staring with an onomatopoeia.

29.

Define the following type of lead:


Snapshot

a)

This lead uses imagery (painting a picture with words) to grab the reader’s attention.

b)

This lead asks an interesting question.

c)

This lead begins with an exciting event or action.

d)

This lead begins with a dialogue/conversation.

30.

Define the following type of lead:


Question

a)

This lead asks an interesting question.

b)

This lead takes the reader back to a specific event in the past to introduce the topic.

c)

This lead immediately draws the attention into the story by staring with an onomatopoeia.

d)

This lead begins with an exciting event or action.

31.

Define the following type of lead:


Flashback

a)

This lead takes the reader back to a specific event in the past to introduce the topic.

b)

This lead asks an interesting question.

c)

This lead immediately draws the attention into the story by staring with an onomatopoeia.

d)

This lead begins with a dialogue/conversation.

32.

Which type of lead is used in the following paragraph?


"What are you, a chicken? my friend teased in a sing-song voice. "Bawk, bawk!" she pretended to flap her wings as she bounced up and down, making chicken noises. that was the last straw; at the moment, I was determined to climb over the fence.

a)

dialogue

b)

action

c)

snapshot

33.

Which type of lead is used in the following paragraph?


THWAP! I heard the ball connect with the bat at the same time I felt it. A good, clean hit. I threw the bat down in the dust and began to run, spurred on by the screaming crowd.

a)

sound effect

b)

dialogue

c)

question

34.

Which type of lead is used in the following paragraph?


I ran through the forest at full speed, glancing behind me with each stride. I wondered if the bear had followed me through the trees. Then I heard him, he was destroying everything in his path, and I was next.

a)

action

b)

sound effect

c)

question

35.

Which type of lead is used in the following paragraph?


The hills are rolling like the soft clouds in the sky above them. As the sun shines down, a flock of birds nests in the field by the river, which is slowly moving through its path like butter.

a)

snapshot

b)

flashback

c)

dialogue

36.

Which type of lead is used in the following paragraph?


I gingerly wiped the gravel off my skin, noting the shallow but painful scrape through the fresh hole in the knee of my jeans. My hand was raw and red from where it had smacked the pavement and broken my fall. I didn't cry, but I wanted to. My friends had been riding bikes for months, but I still couldn't seem to balance on two wheels.

a)

flashback

b)

question

c)

sound effect

37.

Which type of lead is used in the following paragraph?


Why would such a tiny person ever pick such a large instrument? At first, my teacher thought I chose the tuba to prove to my peers that I could do anything, regardless of my size. But as my skills and passion grew, we both came to the understanding that while I was small and my tuba was enormous, we were the perfect fit for each other.

a)

question

b)

dialogue

c)

snapshot

38.

Define the following type of ending:


Question

a)

The author asks the reader a question that keeps him or her thinking about the story.

b)

A surprise or unexpected twist is revealed at the end.

c)

The story leaves the reader feeling emotional (i.e., happy, sad, etc…)

39.

Define the following type of ending:


Humor

a)

The author ends with a funny thought that relates to the story.

b)

The narrator reflects on the important parts of the story/experience and explains why they are significant.

c)

The ending circles back to the start of the story (the same idea or even the same words).

40.

Define the following type of ending:


Reflection

a)

The narrator reflects on the important parts of the story/experience and explains why they are significant.

b)

A surprise or unexpected twist is revealed at the end.

c)

The author ends with a funny thought that relates to the story.

41.

Define the following type of ending:


Twist

a)

A surprise or unexpected twist is revealed at the end.

b)

The story leaves the reader feeling emotional (i.e., happy, sad, etc…)

c)

A lesson that the protagonist learned is explained.

42.

Define the following type of ending:


Cliffhanger

a)

The author leaves the reader in suspense and wanting more.

b)

The narrator reflects on the important parts of the story/experience and explains why they are significant.

c)

A lesson that the protagonist learned is explained.

43.

Define the following type of ending:


Emotional

a)

The story leaves the reader feeling emotional (i.e., happy, sad, etc…)

b)

A surprise or unexpected twist is revealed at the end.

c)

The author asks the reader a question that keeps him or her thinking about the story.

44.

Define the following type of ending:


Circular

a)

The ending circles back to the start of the story (the same idea or even the same words).

b)

The author asks the reader a question that keeps him or her thinking about the story.

c)

The author leaves the reader in suspense and wanting more.

45.

Define the following type of ending:


Lesson

a)

A lesson that the protagonist learned is explained.

b)

The story leaves the reader feeling emotional (i.e., happy, sad, etc…)

c)

The author ends with a funny thought that relates to the story.

46.

Which type of ending is used in the following conclusion paragraph?


There are many ways we can honor others and make a difference in the world. Because God created us all with unique gifts and talents, we can serve others who may need help. In what ways could you bless others using your God-given gifts and talents?

a)

question

b)

twist

c)

humor

47.

Which type of ending is used in the following conclusion paragraph?


As my husband walked into the jewelry shop to buy me a new wedding band, we smiled a bit. Knowing that Hazel, our dog, had already swallowed my old band twice, she was bound to try again. Boy, does this dog have expensive taste!

a)

humor

b)

emotional

c)

questions

48.

Which type of ending is used in the following conclusion paragraph?


Thinking back, I now know that it was my love of lizards that lead me to become a veterinarian. I love my job now, and I wouldn't change it for the world. As I remember my pet lizard, Jimmy, I know it is all because he was the best pet a guy could ever have.

a)

reflection

b)

cliffhanger

c)

twist

49.

Which type of ending is used in the following conclusion paragraph?


I walked forward toward the sound, listening intently as to what could possibly be found in the boat's wreckage. The waves were crashing on the boat, and my nerves were shot. Then, a door on the side of the boat opened and the moonlight shone on an outline of a person, and they were holding something sharp.

a)

cliffhanger

b)

emotional

c)

questions

50.

Which type of ending is used in the following conclusion paragraph?


We sat side by side on the train as it rambled on. She wasn't speaking and neither was I. It had been such a long trip from coast to coast, and we were nearing the end of it. Here we were, two spies who had never met turned into newfound friends set on a rescue mission. I opened the letter the agency had sent back, answering my inquiry about the true identity of my partner. It read: "Tanya is your long lost sister." No wonder we worked so well together on this mission. I couldn't believe it, I finally had the sister I always wanted.

a)

twist

b)

humor

c)

lesson

51.

Which type of ending is used in the following conclusion paragraph?


It had been 25 years of calling this place home, and there were no words to be said as I watched it burn to the ground in front of me. At least everyone was out of danger, wrapped in blankets on the sidewalk as the fire department tried desperately to stop the flames. I couldn't help but let a few tears drop as I hugged my daughter tightly. At least I had the most important things safe and right next to me: my kids, my husband, and my life.

a)

emotional

b)

circular

c)

questions

52.

Which type of ending is used in the following conclusion paragraph?


It wasn't about the gifts I received this Christmas; it was about the love that I gave and the love that I received that mattered most. As I walked home that night, I knew that I would never be the same. That I had learned something so valuable that it would change everything about my future, and for that I was grateful.

a)

lesson

b)

circular

c)

questions

53.

Select the character who is described below:


The ridgerunner who betrayed Oskar N. Reteep and set the Fangs on the Igiby family.

a)

Slarb

b)

Zouzab

c)

Nia

d)

Nugget

54.

Select the character who is described below:


The main character, a 12-year-old boy, who sets off on a journey of self-discovery with his siblings, fighting Fangs and searching for jewels. He eventually finds out that he is the Throne Warden of Anniera.

a)

Janner

b)

Tink

c)

Podo

d)

Leeli

55.

Select the character who is described below:


A main character whose older brother and younger sister join him on an adventure to search for jewels as they steer clear of Fangs and others dangers. He eventually finds out he is the King of Anniera.

a)

Tink

b)

Leeli

c)

Janner

d)

Podo

56.

Select the character who is described below:


A main character whose older brothers join her on an adventure in search of jewels as they fight Fangs and avoid danger. She has a limp leg and a dog named Nugget. She eventually finds out she is royalty.

a)

Leeli

b)

Nia

c)

Nugget

d)

Oskar N. Reteep

57.

Select the character who is described below:


Janner, Tink, and Leeli's mother. Secretly the queen of Anniera. Daughter to Podo.

a)

Nia

b)

Nugget

c)

Esben

d)

Zouzab

58.

Select the character who is described below:


An ex-pirate with one leg whose temper actually makes him a great fighter. Fiercely protective over his grandchildren.

a)

Podo

b)

Slarb

c)

Commander Gnorm

d)

Peet the Sock Man

59.

Select the character who is described below:


Leeli's beloved dog who eventually grows into a giant dog. He cleverly aids the Igiby children in defeating the Fangs.

a)

Nugget

b)

Peet the Sock Man

c)

Commander Gnorm

d)

Tink

60.

Select the character who is described below:


The Fang whose hatred of the Igiby children eventually lead him to his death, as he tries to kill them and their family. Gets into many fights with the Igiby children. Part of the Fang army.

a)

Slarb

b)

Peet the Sock Man

c)

General Khrak

d)

Oskar N. Reteep

61.

Select the character who is described below:


The bookshop owner who has lived in Skree for many years. He knows about the Jewels of Anniera and where they are hidden. Takes care of a suspicious ridgerunner at his bookshop. Very smart and uses book quotes often.

a)

Oskar N. Reteep

b)

General Khrak

c)

Gnag the Nameless

d)

Janner

62.

Select the character who is described below:


The leader of the Fangs at Glipwood. He made a deal with Nia to receive a maggotloaf every week if he let her children go. Eventually dies at the hands of Podo and Janner.

a)

Commander Gnorm

b)

Peet the Sock Man

c)

General Khrak

d)

Nia

63.

Select the character who is described below:


A leader of the Fangs. The boss of Commander Gnorm. Not living in Glipwood, but intrigued by the possibility of finding the Jewels of Anniera if he traveled there.

a)

General Khrak

b)

Podo

c)

Slarb

d)

Esben

64.

In the image attached, which is the correct term for #1 in a STORY ARC.

a)

exposition

b)

rising action

c)

climax

65.

In the image attached, which is the correct definition for #1 in a STORY ARC.

a)

Introduces the characters, describes the setting, and establishes the problem in the story.

b)

The turning point in the story; it is typically the most exciting part in the story.

66.

In the image attached, which is the correct term for #2 in a STORY ARC.

a)

rising action

b)

climax

c)

resolution

67.

In the image attached, which is the correct definition for #2 in a STORY ARC.

a)

Suspense builds and the problem becomes more complicated; there are often multiple steps of parts in this part.

b)

The outcome of the story; it is how things end up or turn out for the characters.

68.

In the image attached, which is the correct term for #3 in a STORY ARC.

a)

climax

b)

falling action

c)

exposition

69.

In the image attached, which is the correct definition for #3 in a STORY ARC.

a)

The turning point in the story; it is typically the most exciting part in the story.

b)

The events that happen after the climax that lead to a resolution or the ending of the story.

70.

In the image attached, which is the correct term for #4 in a STORY ARC.

a)

climax

b)

falling action

c)

resolution

71.

In the image attached, which is the correct definition for #4 in a STORY ARC

a)

The turning point in the story; it is typically the most exciting part in the story.

b)

The events that happen after the climax that lead to a resolution or the ending of the story.

72.

In the image attached, which is the correct term for #5 in a STORY ARC.

a)

resolution

b)

climax

c)

rising action

73.

In the image attached, which is the correct definition for #5 in a STORY ARC.

a)

The outcome of the story; it is how things end up or turn out for the characters.

b)

Introduces the characters, describes the setting, and establishes the problem in the story.

74.

Select the character who is described below:


Deceased father of Janner, Tink, and Leeli. Former King of Anniera.

a)

Esben

b)

Peet the Sock Man

c)

Gnag the Nameless

d)

Podo

75.

Select the character who is described below:


Man who wears socks on his hands, known to be the crazy townsman. Ends up protecting the Igiby children. Eventually, it's discovered that he is the brother of the former King of Anniera and a Throne Warden.

a)

Peet the Sock Man

b)

Commander Gnorm

c)

Tink

d)

Oskar N. Reteep

76.

Select the character who is described below:


The ultimate evil Fang who took over Skree. Leader of all the army, in charge of generals and commanders. Not much is known about him in book 1.

a)

Gnag the Nameless

b)

Zouzab

c)

Slarb

d)

Commander Gnorm

77.

grim (adj)

a)

gloomy, harsh, and frightening

b)

strong or healthy

c)

of very little importance or value

78.

abate (verb)

a)

to make or become less in amount or intensity

b)

not normal

c)

sudden or unexpected

79.

notify (verb)

a)

to let someone know; to inform

b)

to speed up, or to cause to speed up

c)

sudden or unexpected

80.

throb (verb)

a)

to pound or beat rapidly or violently; to pulsate or vibrate

b)

to let someone know; to inform

c)

to surprise or amaze people into a state of shock

81.

flabbergast ( verb)

a)

to surprise or amaze people into a state of shock

b)

gloomy, harsh, and frightening

c)

to pass gas

82.

chorus (noun)

a)

a group of people trained to sing together; the part of a song that’s repeated after each verse

b)

a troublemaker; someone who encourages others to rebel

c)

very serious nature or manner; the force by which all objects in the universe are attracted to each other

83.

defy (verb)

a)

to resist efforts at; to refuse to obey

b)

to desire something eagerly, especially something important or in the future

c)

having the power to attract; being able to attract iron

84.

magnetic (adj)

a)

having the power to attract; being able to attract iron

b)

cautious and watchful; careful of danger

c)

poisonous; causing harm

85.

urgent (adj)

a)

needing fast action or attention

b)

poisonous; causing harm

c)

silent or gloomy because of anger or resentment

86.

toxic (adj)

a)

poisonous; causing harm

b)

needing fast action or attention

c)

cautious and watchful; careful of danger

87.

ajar (adj)

a)

partly open

b)

or dogs; related to dogs

c)

having a very bad reputation; famous for something evil

88.

infamous (adj)

a)

having a very bad reputation; famous for something evil

b)

useless; unsuccessful

c)

earlier, former

89.

pending (adj)

a)

unfinished; remaining to be decided

b)

balanced or ready for action; calm and controlled

c)

shining, bright; giving o light or energy

90.

prior (adj)

a)

earlier, former

b)

shining, bright; giving off light or energy

c)

having a very bad reputation; famous for something evil

91.

saga (noun)

a)

a story of heroic exploits; a long, detailed account

b)

fruit of the family that includes oranges, lemons, grapefruits and limes

c)

something that happens in real life or in a story; an event, sometimes one that is a slight problem

92.

braggart (noun)

a)

someone who brags a lot

b)

approval or loud applause

c)

a quick or clever reply

93.

dumbfound (verb)

a)

to make speechless with amazement

b)

too flashy and showy

c)

a slight fault; a defect

94.

peevish (adj)

a)

showing annoyance or irritation; being in a bad mood

b)

evil, spiteful; painfully severe or extreme

c)

much more than enough; extravagant

95.

retort (noun)

a)

a quick or clever reply

b)

a distant view or prospect

c)

a slight fault; a defect

96.

vista (noun)

a)

a distant view or prospect

b)

a quick or clever reply

c)

a slight fault; a defect

97.

anonymous (adj)

a)

1. unknown or unnamed 2. lacking individuality or character

b)

smart and perceptive

c)

very dirty, covered with dirt or soot

98.

deceased (adj)

a)

dead

b)

greatest, highest, farthest

c)

heavy, dull, or boring; old-fashioned

99.

stodgy (adj)

a)

heavy, dull, or boring; old-fashioned

b)

greatest, highest, farthest

c)

causing death or made to cause death

100.

bystander (noun)

a)

one who looks on or observes; a person present but not taking part

b)

a person killed or injured in a war or accident

c)

honor or respect shown publicly

101.

astute (adj)

a)

smart and perceptive

b)

1. unknown or unnamed 2. lacking individuality or character

c)

causing death or made to cause death

102.

Who said the following quote from the Wingfeather Saga: Book 1:


“Part of being a man is taking much care of those you love.

a)

Podo

b)

Esben

c)

Janner

d)

Nia

103.

Who said the following quote from the Wingfeather Saga: Book 1:


“There’s more to the world than just seeing it. If you can’t find peace here in Glipwood, you won’t find it anywhere.”

a)

Oskar N. Reteep

b)

Slarb

c)

Peet the Sock Man

d)

Zouzab

104.

What are the most accurate themes of The Wingfeather Saga: Book 1?

a)

courage and responsibility

b)

sadness and hopelessness

c)

joy and laughter

105.

In the Wingfeather Saga: Book 1, what are the Jewels of Anniera?

a)

long lost jewels from an old pirate ship

b)

Janner, Tink, and Leeli are the jewels

c)

the fruit from the trees in Glipwood forest

106.

In the Wingfeather Saga: Book 1, who are Fangs?

a)

the scaly, lizard-like creatures who make up the army of Gnag the Nameless

b)

the animals that live in the forest

c)

the pets of Oskar N. Reteep

107.

In the Wingfeather Saga: Book 1, what does Janner learn about himself after going through all those adventures and trials?

a)

he is brave and accepts his responsibility to care for his siblings

b)

he can play the whistleharp beautifully

c)

he is not really Nia's son, but instead the son of Gnag the Nameless

108.

In the Wingfeather Saga: Book 1, what is something that Podo learns about after almost dying at the hands of the Fangs, when Peet saves him?

a)

he learns about forgiveness

b)

he learns that he lost his other leg

c)

he learns that Nia has special powers

109.

Define the following figurative language term:


Simile

a)

A comparison using "like" or "as

b)

An extreme exaggeration

c)

Giving human traits to nonhuman objects

110.

Define the following figurative language term:


Metaphor

a)

A direct comparison, NOT using like or as

b)

Repetition of initial consonant sounds

c)

An extreme exaggeration

111.

Define the following figurative language term:


Hyperbole

a)

An extreme exaggeration

b)

A comparison using "like" or "as

c)

Repetition of initial consonant sounds

112.

Define the following figurative language term:


Personification

a)

Giving human traits to nonhuman objects

b)

A direct comparison, NOT using like or as

c)

Repetition of initial consonant sounds

113.

Define the following figurative language term:


Alliteration

a)

Repetition of initial consonant sounds

b)

A direct comparison, NOT using like or as

c)

An extreme exaggeration