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WorksheetsELA 7 - Fiction, Nonfiction and Writing - REVIEW
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 2hrs 50mins
Tim moved quickly down the street, stopping only to pick Mrs. Bennet's newspaper off of her lawn. He tossed it onto her front porch, so it would be closer for her. He then turned right onto Main Street, met Mr. Jones on the corner, took his three dogs by their leashes and set out to walk them on his way to pick up groceries for the Stephens family.
Which word BEST describes Tim?
happy
tired
helpful
irresponsible
The walk home was usually fine. However, this time, Etta had to walk in the dark by herself. Shadows seemed to move in the corners of her eyes, and she froze when she heard the cry of an owl. With goosebumps popping up all over her arms, Etta broke into a run.
How is Etta affected by the setting?
the setting is causing Etta to feel frustrated and annoyed
the setting is causing Etta to feel confident and strong.
the setting is causing Etta to feel positive and glad.
the setting is causing Etta to become nervous and frightened
Which method do we use for formatting our short-answer responses?
the details method
the two-paragraph method
the RADDC method
the free-write method
In an essay, the CLAIM/THESIS STATEMENT is...
the answer to the main essay focus question - the claim belongs at the END of your introduction paragraph and lets your reader know what you intend to prove with your overall essay
the first sentence of each body paragraph
the answer to the main essay focus question - the claim belongs at the BEGINNING of the introduction paragraph and lets your reader know what you intend to prove with your overall essay
the list of supporting details you intend to use to support your answer
What would the American Flag BEST SYMBOLIZE?
the starry night sky
freedom, liberty, democracy
different colors
war and peace among all nations
His hair was like a bird's nest.
This sentence contains an example of...
alliteration
metaphor
personification
simile
The broken coffee maker screamed helplessly when I turned it on.
This sentence contains an example of...
simile
alliteration
personification
hyperbole
Paul parked perpendicular to Pam's purple patio.
This sentence contains an example of...
hyperbole
idiom
alliteration
metaphor
I forgot to study for the test tomorrow, so tonight, I'll be burning the midnight oil.
"Burning the midnight oil" is an example of...
simile
hyperbole
personification
idiom
Jed's mother told him he would not be able to use his cell phone for a month if he didn't pass the test on Tuesday. Jed locked his bedroom door, opened his science book and began reading. After four hours, he felt confident that he would even score well on the test's bonus questions.
How is the pressure of passing a test, and the pressure of losing his phone, affectiong Jed?
he has decided that he is confident about the test already and does not need to study or worry
he has become annoyed and frustrated, and he behaves poorly toward his mother
he has decided to study hard to avoid failure and losing his phone
he has become physically ill with worry, and he feels that passing the test is a hopeless idea
Jennifer handed the new girl at her school twenty dollars and agreed to wait inside the gym doors while she went to get them snacks from the vending machines. Thirty minutes later, when the new girl had not yet come back, Jennifer sighed and left the gym. On her way down the hall, she punched a locker.
Which theme BEST fits with this scene?
You should always carry snacks with you
You should never hang around in the halls in between classes at school
people are generally honest and kind
You should not trust people you don't know
What is the difference between a MOTIF and a THEME?
A motif is a statement that represents a life lesson while a theme is a one-word subject that occurs in a story, such as "jealousy."
A motif is a one-word subject that occurs in a story, such as "jealousy," while a theme is a statement that represents a life lesson.
Motifs are another term for a character's less likeable traits while a theme is the series of events in a story.
A motif is a character's point of view while a theme is the series of events in a story.
Several factors can interfere with having a good memory. For one thing, there can be a lack of motivation. Without a real desire to learn or remember something, you probably won't. Also a factor is a lack of practice. To stay sharp, memory skills, like other skills, must be used on a regular basis. Yet another factor that can hurt memory is self-doubt. If you're convinced you won't remember something, you probably won't. In addition, distraction can interfere with memory. If you're distracted by a television or by conversation nearby, try to find a quiet environment before trying to commit something to memory.
Which of the following is a POP-OUT SENTENCE from the paragraph that reflects the CENTRAL IDEA?
"Yet another factor that can hurt memory is self-doubt."
"To stay sharp, memory skills, like other skills, must be used on a regular basis."
"Without a real desire to learn or remember something, you probably won't."
"Several factors can interfere with having a good memory."
Celebrities have to look almost perfect all the time. There's always a photographer ready to take an unflattering picture of a famous person looking dumpy in old clothes. Celebrities also sacrifice their private lives. Their personal struggles, divorces or family tragedies all end up as front-page news. Last, and most frightening of all, celebrities are in constant danger of the wrong kind of attention. Threatening letters and even physical attacks from crazy fans are things a celebrity must contend with.
This paragraph has an IMPLIED central idea. This means that the paragraph DOES NOT contain a POP-OUT SENTENCE that reflects or represents the central idea. When you look at all of the details in the paragraph collectively, which central idea do they most likely reflect?
Newspapers have little respect when it comes to publishing details about celebrities' private lives.
Being a celebrity is often difficult.
The people who photograph celebrities without permission are rude and inconsiderate.
Threats from crazed fans are common among celebrities.
Flashbacks in fictional stories are often used to...
give the reader new insights into characters.
tell a fun little story that is unrelated to the main story.
to help characters refresh their memories about past events.
to hint at something that is going to happen later in the story.
What does it mean to "survey" a text before you read it?
Surveying means asking the people around you what they thought of a text that they read.
Surveying means having someone else read the text first, so they can tell you what it is basically about.
Surveying means finding the central idea of a paragraph or section of a text.
Surveying means analyzing the title, any subtitles or subheadings, tables of contents, covers (if available) and text features such as pictures and captions before you read to get a sense of what the text will mainly be about.
What is the first sentence of each body paragraph of an essay called (it's what you intend to prove within the paragraph)?
claim
topic sentence
supporting detail
introduction
When writing a summary of a text, which of the following should you include?
The title, author and major details
Major details only
The title, author and minor details
Minor details only
What is the author's purpose for embedding or incorporating a STORY in a NONFICTION text?
Stories in nonfiction texts give the reader a break from reading boring facts
Stories in nonfiction texts often reflect and/or develop the central ideas of a text
Stories in nonfiction texts help us determine the motifs and themes of a nonfiction text
Teenage campers often disrespect the environment around them. They often leave garbage scattered around their campsites and, as inconsiderate as they are, they sometimes even throw trash into bodies of water such as streams and lakes. Many are caught feeding forest animals even though most campgrounds prohibit this activity.
Is the author's point of view/perspective on teenage campers positive, neutral or negative?
positive
neutral
negative
The students laughed hysterically, throwing balled up sheets of paper and dancing on their chairs. Paper airplanes criss-crossed the room while some students drew colorful pictures on the white board. The noise ceased almost immediately, however, when Mr. Dobbs entered the room. The children's smiles faded in seconds, and the students took their seats respectfully and calmly.
How does the psychology of the setting shift or change from the beginning of the passage to the end of the passage?
The mood of the setting is mysterious at first, but then turns silly and fun
The mood of the setting is serious at first, but then turns joyful and mischievous
The mood of the setting is sad at first, but then turns angry and aggressive
The mood of the setting is cheerful and boisterous at first, but then turns serious and quiet
In EACH BODY PARAGRAPH of an essay, HOW MANY pieces of text evidence (quotes) should you include to prove or support the topic sentences of each body paragraph?
2 pieces of evidence in each body paragraph
1 piece of evidence in each body paragraph
this is a trick question. Evidence belongs in the introduction paragraph
