Free Printable FSA Practice

1.

How many achievement levels are on the FSA?

a)

5

b)

4

c)

3

d)

2

e)

1

2.

What is the target score for a level 3 on the FSA ELA test?

a)

100

b)

500

c)

275

d)

350

3.

Select the correct spelling of the underlined word in the sentence: The students love to complete there SpringBoard pages.

a)

there

b)

their

c)

they're

4.

Select the correct spelling of the underlined word in the sentence: I would hate to loose my homework.

a)

loose

b)

lews

c)

lose

5.

Select the correct version of the word underlined: The dog shook its collar loose.

a)

its

b)

it's

c)

its'

6.

Pick the correct version of the underlined word: You're going to do great on the test!

a)

You're

b)

Your

c)

Ur

d)

Yore

7.

Choose the correct word or phrase for the underlined:

The Sun is able to inspire many feelings in people awe, wonder, and even delight.

a)

people

b)

people:

c)

people,

d)

people;

8.

Choose the correct word or phrase for the underlined:

Refraction takes place when the Sun’s light rays are bent, reflected, and split into an arc of color as they pass through drops of water in the atmosphere.

a)

they split

b)

it splits

c)

splits

d)

split

9.

Choose the correct word or phrase for the underlined:

One such phenomenon is variously called a parhelion, a mock sun, or referred to as a sundog.

a)

is also called a sundog

b)

a sundog

c)

sundogs

d)

referred to as a sundog

10.

Choose the correct word or phrase for the underlined:

If the crystals are being pushed in one direction by the wind, the light will be concentrated in spots on either side of the halo these bright spots are known as sundogs.

a)

halo,

b)

halo;

c)

halo/

d)

halo

11.

Choose the correct phrase for the underlined to complete the sentence:

While Nixon possessed years of White House experience, Kennedy had charmed the public with his natural gift of clear communication.

a)

Kennedy charms the public with his natural gift of clear communication.

b)

Kennedy charmed the public with his natural gift of clear communication.

c)

Kennedy will charm the public with his natural gift of clear communication.

d)

Kennedy had charmed the public with his natural gift of clear communication.

12.

Choose the correct spelling for the underlined word:

It was not speechmaking that made his words resonate so strongly with his audience.

a)

resanate

b)

resenate

c)

resonnate

d)

resonate

13.

Choose the correct punctuation for the underlined in the sentence:

The writer and speaker first agree on a broad framework for the speech: its goals and audience are top considerations

a)

speech, its goals

b)

speech; its goals

c)

speech and its goals

d)

speech: its goals

14.

What phrase could the writer add to the end of this sentence to emphasize its main point?

A speechwriter must also be well versed in the art of storytelling.

a)

, an effective way to compel a large audience.

b)

, but writing speeches should always come first.

c)

, but it can also cause confusion for new writers.

d)

, which is a good way to learn about any subject.

15.

Which tone is represented in the following passage?
"Wow! With a top speed of one hundred fifty miles per hour, that car can almost fly!"

a)

Annoying

b)

Excited

c)

Calm

d)

Scary

16.

Tone can best described as

a)

attitude of the reader

b)

the overall mood or feeling in a story

c)

the author's attitude toward his writing

d)

reader's point of view

17.

The tone and mood of a text can be very different

a)

true

b)

false

18.

Often you feel you've done nothing when you've actually done a lot. That's because what you did do seemed beneath notice—it was so small that it didn't "count." But it did—just as each stitch counts toward a finished dress, each brick or nail toward a house you can live in, each mistake toward knowing how to do things right.

a)

Hesitant

b)

Encouraging

c)

Amused

19.

Why do these things always happen to me? Brad wondered. First I forget an important meeting, and nobody reminds me until it's over. Then my boss dumps a big project on my desk and wants it done by yesterday. And to top everything off, I leave my wallet on the bus.

a)

Comic

b)

Self-pitying

c)

Optimistic

20.

What is the tone of the following text?
"I will not!" she shouted. "I will not be left at the mercy of our enemies while you run away and hide, you coward!"

a)

pleased

b)

suspicious

c)

happy

d)

angry

21.

The word thin, as in "you are too thin" has a _______ connotation.

a)

positive

b)

negative

22.

Referring to someone's house as a "shack" would have a __________ connotation.

a)

positive

b)

negative

23.

I recognized the familiar smell of my roommate's cooking. If you change the word smell to stench, the word now has a ____________ connotation.

a)

positive

b)

negative

24.

The thought of eating a rat is ABHORRENT to most people.

a)

fun

b)

horrible

c)

delicious

d)

exciting

25.

Since Amanda deferred her vacation, she was able to accomplish more at work first.

a)

advanced

b)

cancelled

c)

delayed

d)

expedited

26.

Each student was allotted two tickets to the game.

a)

allowed

b)

joyful

c)

taken

d)

fed

27.

Again they searched meticulously, but no keys. Where could they be? They've looked EVERYWHERE! If you did something meticulously, you would be-

a)

feeling silly.

b)

working very carefully.

c)

trying to finish quickly.

d)

trying to find something.

28.

Tanya loved her dad, but she wondered why she was so organized when he was so haphazard. A person who is haphazard is-

a)

lost

b)

lovable

c)

worried

d)

disorganized

29.

Tonya was relaxing with a magazine when her father walked in, looking perturbed and sounding annoyed, too. What words give you clues to the meaning of perturbed?

a)

can you help me

b)

her father walked in

c)

sounding annoyed, too

d)

relaxing with a magazine

30.

The garrulous boy rambled on continuously as he told his mother about his day at school.
What does garrulous mean?

a)

Quiet

b)

Secretive

c)

talkative

d)

Exhausted

31.

Dan did not enjoy his job as a dishwasher. It was monotonous work, doing the same thing over and over

a)

inspiring

b)

disgusting

c)

boring

d)

dangerous

32.

Michael's mother told him not to divulge what they had bought Michael's father together for Christmas. "We want it to be a surprise!" she said.

a)

to push away

b)

to keep hidden

c)

to reveal or expose

d)

to mock or laugh at

33.

The country cottage was just outside the quaint and picturesque town.

a)

charming

b)

running

c)

ruined

d)

perhaps

34.

Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the movie Mean Girls, the main character has trepidation about starting high school; she has been raised in Africa and is worried that she won't fit in.

a)

anger

b)

excitement

c)

humor

d)

fear

35.

Based on the sentence, what does the blue word most likely mean?
In the move Guardians of the Galaxy, the main character was a terrestrial man who was captured by extra-terrestrials and he never got the chance to return to Earth.

a)

not from planet earth

b)

solar

c)

of or on planet earth

d)

water based

36.

Atmosphere of Venus

Data from the Pioneer spacecraft of NASA apparently prove the theory that the high surface temperature of Venus is due to an atmospheric greenhouse effect caused mainly by a blanket of carbon dioxide. Such a greenhouse effect is created when energy in the form of sunlight easily passes through a planet’s atmosphere, warms its surface, and is converted to heat radiation that is then held in by the atmosphere from top to bottom. Venus has a relatively thin atmosphere like the Earth’s, but Venus’ atmosphere consists of more than ninety percent carbon dioxide, compared to less than four percent in that of the Earth. Because of its higher percentage of carbon dioxide, Venus’ atmosphere traps much more heat radiation than does the Earth’s. Thus, the Venus studies are believed to be important to the understanding of possible adverse effects on the Earth’s agriculture that could result from the long-term use of fossil fuels, which add carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.

According to the passage, data from the Venus study can be used to____________

a)

measure the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere accurately.

b)

increase the emission of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

c)

test the efficiency of the spacecraft sent to Venus by NASA.

d)

predict future agricultural problems on Earth.

e)

determine the topography and the surface characteristics of the Earth.

37.

Atmosphere of Venus

Data from the Pioneer spacecraft of NASA apparently prove the theory that the high surface temperature of Venus is due to an atmospheric greenhouse effect caused mainly by a blanket of carbon dioxide. Such a greenhouse effect is created when energy in the form of sunlight easily passes through a planet’s atmosphere, warms its surface, and is converted to heat radiation that is then held in by the atmosphere from top to bottom. Venus has a relatively thin atmosphere like the Earth’s, but Venus’ atmosphere consists of more than ninety percent carbon dioxide, compared to less than four percent in that of the Earth. Because of its higher percentage of carbon dioxide, Venus’ atmosphere traps much more heat radiation than does the Earth’s. Thus, the Venus studies are believed to be important to the understanding of possible adverse effects on the Earth’s agriculture that could result from the long-term use of fossil fuels, which add carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.

2. We understand from the passage that the atmosphere of Venus____________

a)

is thinner than the atmosphere of the Earth.

b)

contains much more carbon dioxide than that of the Earth.

c)

traps less heat radiation compared to the atmosphere of the Earth.

d)

blocks out dangerous rays from the sun.

e)

is far colder than the atmospheres of other planets in our solar system.

38.

Atmosphere of Venus

Data from the Pioneer spacecraft of NASA apparently prove the theory that the high surface temperature of Venus is due to an atmospheric greenhouse effect caused mainly by a blanket of carbon dioxide. Such a greenhouse effect is created when energy in the form of sunlight easily passes through a planet’s atmosphere, warms its surface, and is converted to heat radiation that is then held in by the atmosphere from top to bottom. Venus has a relatively thin atmosphere like the Earth’s, but Venus’ atmosphere consists of more than ninety percent carbon dioxide, compared to less than four percent in that of the Earth. Because of its higher percentage of carbon dioxide, Venus’ atmosphere traps much more heat radiation than does the Earth’s. Thus, the Venus studies are believed to be important to the understanding of possible adverse effects on the Earth’s agriculture that could result from the long-term use of fossil fuels, which add carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.

3. One can infer from the passage that____________

a)

there is no difference between the atmospheres of Venus and the Earth.

b)

the atmosphere of the Earth consists of mainly carbon dioxide.

c)

the more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, the warmer the world will tend to get.

d)

lack of atmosphere causes a very high surface temperature on Venus.

e)

Venus had once enjoyed a climate of the sort hospitable to life.

39.

How Does Brain Work?

Theories about how brain works remain a topic of debate. It is agreed, though, that the hippocampus, a part of the brain, is undeniably important for memory. When we experience something, the information is sent via our senses to the hippocampus, where it is processed. Scientists believe that brain cells called neurons first transform the sensory stimuli we experience into images in our immediate memory. Then, these images are sent to the hippocampus and stored temporarily in short-term memory. In the hippocampus, information is organized, and it is during this process that parts of the image of our experience fade away. Finally, certain information is then transferred to long-term memory in a section in the frontal lobe of the brain known as the cerebral cortex. Scientists think this process may happen while we are sleeping, but exactly how the information is transferred from one area of the brain to another is a mystery.

4. This reading is mainly concerned with__________

a)

how to improve our memory.

b)

why some of the information in short-term memory fades away.

c)

illness that results in severe memory loss.

d)

how human brain processes and stores information.

e)

the importance of neurons in transferring sensory stimuli.

40.

How Does Brain Work?

Theories about how brain works remain a topic of debate. It is agreed, though, that the hippocampus, a part of the brain, is undeniably important for memory. When we experience something, the information is sent via our senses to the hippocampus, where it is processed. Scientists believe that brain cells called neurons first transform the sensory stimuli we experience into images in our immediate memory. Then, these images are sent to the hippocampus and stored temporarily in short-term memory. In the hippocampus, information is organized, and it is during this process that parts of the image of our experience fade away. Finally, certain information is then transferred to long-term memory in a section in the frontal lobe of the brain known as the cerebral cortex. Scientists think this process may happen while we are sleeping, but exactly how the information is transferred from one area of the brain to another is a mystery.

5. According to the passage scientists__________

a)

know that information is sent from the long-term memory to the hippocampus.

b)

have found out why some of the information is lost in the hippocampus.

c)

don’t know exactly how the information is transferred from one area of the brain to another.

d)

agree on how the brain works.

e)

still debate whether the hippocampus is important for memory.

41.

How Does Brain Work?

Theories about how brain works remain a topic of debate. It is agreed, though, that the hippocampus, a part of the brain, is undeniably important for memory. When we experience something, the information is sent via our senses to the hippocampus, where it is processed. Scientists believe that brain cells called neurons first transform the sensory stimuli we experience into images in our immediate memory. Then, these images are sent to the hippocampus and stored temporarily in short-term memory. In the hippocampus, information is organized, and it is during this process that parts of the image of our experience fade away. Finally, certain information is then transferred to long-term memory in a section in the frontal lobe of the brain known as the cerebral cortex. Scientists think this process may happen while we are sleeping, but exactly how the information is transferred from one area of the brain to another is a mystery.

6. It is pointed out in the reading that__________

a)

the brain was not considered as a highly complex organ in the past.

b)

damage to hippocampus doesn’t cause memory loss.

c)

all of the information stored in the short term is transferred to the longtime memory.

d)

hippocampus is in the frontal lobe of the brain.

e)

scientists agree that the hippocampus is important in processing information.

42.

Food was always important to my family, although no one could ever agree what good food really meant. To my mother, good food meant fresh ingredients; to my father, good food meant that there was a lot of it;_______ good food meant that you had taken the time to do all of the little details yourself. I never argued with my parents about it,but secretly I thought my grandmother was right, and that's why I always enjoyed helping her make bread.

a)

to my grandmother,

b)

my grandmother always said

c)

but for my grandmother,

d)

and my grandmother thought

43.

My grandmother was of French_______her bread reflected that heritage. It was neither the light,fluffy, supermarket sandwich bread, nor the puffed rolls so common at dinner,nor the thin, crusty baguettes that people call French bread. This was pain de campagne (French for "country bread"), a giant, round loaf of chewy, crunchy sourdough.

a)

ancestry; therefore

b)

ancestry, therefore

c)

ancestry; therefore,

d)

ancestry therefore,

44.

In the evening, my grandmother would make a sticky, shaggy mess out of the most basic mix of ______ water, salt, flour, and starter. The starter was a glob taken from a bowl of fermenting dough that my grandmother always had ready. There was nothing ______ about the work, but the transformation of those simple ingredients seemed like magic.

a)

ingredients glamorous

b)

ingredients; glamorous

c)

ingredients, glamours

d)

ingredients: glamorous

45.

Julia gazed out on the blue-nothing but blue for days."Blue is better than storms," the ship's captain warned her. She remembered looking at the big blue space on the map ______ the Pacific Ocean. That preview had not prepared her. This trip was showing her the true size of the Pacific.

a)

indicating

b)

endacating

c)

endicating

d)

indecating

46.

Julia and her parents were headed for Palmerston Island, due west of Tahiti. Palmerston is part of the Cook islands, has 62 residents, and is one of the most isolated inhabited places on the planet. The only way to get there by ______ in the twenty-first century.

a)

boat even

b)

boat; even

c)

boat: even

d)

boat, even

47.

Her parents were anthropologists._____ various cultures throughout the world was their mission. Every few years, the family moved for one of their "great adventures." The only regularly scheduled ship visited Palmerston twice a year to pick up fish and drop of supplies. Her family _______ be stuck there for at least six months, and her parents planned to make it a year.

a)

Studies (and) is going to

b)

Studying (and) would

c)

studied (and) is to

d)

Study (and) will

48.

In 1945, the State Department was looking for a new and better translation of "The Star-Spangled Banner." Existing Spanish-language versions of the anthem couldn't be sung to the original tune. Arias decided she wanted to try writing her own translation and entered the_______.

a)

Compitition

b)

compatition

c)

computition

d)

competition

49.

Sitting at the piano, ___. Arias thought about the song all the time, even getting up during dinner to write down new ideas. In the end, Clotilde Arias's "El Pendon Estrellado" was chose a winner. It is still the only official translation of the national anthem.

a)

music filled Arias' home

b)

Arias worked on the translation

c)

there was constant singing

d)

the song slowly came together

50.

People often talk about the beauty of a sunset or sunrise. The Sun is able to inspire many feelings in ___ awe , wonder, and even delight. Some of the Sun's optical phenomena are so rare and mysterious that for centuries they were believed to have mystical associations. Bot knowing the scientific explanations for these natural light shows doesn't make them any less breathtaking.

a)

people:

b)

people,

c)

people;

d)

people

51.

Choose the correct sentence or sentences.

a)

My name is Tom I don't really like my name.

b)

My name is Tom; I don't really like my name.

c)

My name is: Tom I don't really like m name.

52.

Choose the correct sentence.

a)

I want you to understand one thing I love eating pizza.

b)

I want you to understand: one thing I love eating pizza.

c)

I want you to understand one thing: I love eating pizza.

53.

. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.

a)

Mr. Nguyen kept his store clean, neat, and he made it conveniently arranged.

b)

Mr. Nguyen kept his store clean, neat, and conveniently arranged.

54.

. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.

a)

Professor Ali rewarded his students for working hard on the final project and going beyond the call of duty.

b)

Professor Ali rewarded his students for their hard work on the final project and going beyond the call of duty.

55.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.

a)

The dictionary can be used for these purposes: to find word meanings, pronunciations, correct spellings, and looking up irregular verbs.

b)

The dictionary can be used for these purposes: to find word meanings, pronunciations, correct spellings, and irregular verbs.

56.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.

a)

The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep, that they should not eat too much, and to do some warm-up exercises before the game.

b)

The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep, that they should not eat too much, and that they should do some warm-up exercises before the game.

57.

_____ going to be late for school if they don't eat their breakfast faster.

a)

There

b)

Their

c)

They're

58.

I don't know what _____ doing over there.

a)

there

b)

their

c)

they're

59.

Please ______ this pot of Mama's chicken soup.

a)

except

b)

accept

60.

Select the correctly punctuated sentence.

a)

We ask; therefore, that you keep this matter confidential.

b)

We ask, therefore; that you keep this matter confidential.

c)

We ask, therefore, that you keep this matter confidential.

d)

We ask: therefore, that you keep this matter confidential.

61.

What is the main difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA.

a)

Theme is a universal lesson, and main idea is what a story is about.

b)

Theme is what a story is about, and main idea is the universal lesson it teaches.

62.

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

a)

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

b)

It is also fun to look for shells.

c)

Some people simply like to sunbathe.

d)

Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

63.

Matilda Excerpt
By Roald Dahl
By the time she was three, Matilda had taught herself to read by studying newspapers and magazines that lay around the house. At the age of four, she could read fast and well and she naturally began hankering after books. The only book in the whole of this enlightened household was something called Easy Cooking belonging to her mother, and when she had read this from cover to cover and had learnt all the recipes by heart, she decided she wanted something more interesting. "Daddy," she said, "do you think you could buy me a book?" "A book,” he said. "Whatd' you want a flaming book for?" "To read, Daddy." "What's wrong with the telly, for heaven's sake? We've got a lovely telly with a twelve-inch screen and now you come asking for a book! You're getting spoiled, my girl!"
What is the main idea?

a)

Matilda can read fast.

b)

Matilda is eager to learn and read more.

c)

Matilda is interested in cookbooks.

d)

Matilda’s dad won’t buy her a new book.

64.

Pretty Little Liars Excerpt
By Sara Shepard
Imagine it's a couple of years ago, the summer between seventh and eighth grade. You're tan from lying out next to your rock-lined pool, you've got on your new Juicy sweats (remember when everybody wore those?), and your mind's on your crush, the boy who goes to that other prep school whose name we won't mention and who folds jeans at Abercrombie in the mall. You're eating your Cocoa Krispies just how you like 'em --- doused in skim milk --- and you see this girl's face on the side of the milk carton. Missing. She's cute --- probably cuter than you --- and has a feisty look in her eyes. You think, Hmm, maybe she likes soggy Cocoa Krispies too. And you bet she'd think Abercrombie boy was a hottie as well. You wonder how someone so . . . well, so much like you went missing. You thought only girls who entered beauty pageants ended up on the sides of milk cartons. Well,think again.
What is the main idea?

a)

The narrator enjoying her summer break by the pool.

b)

The importance of a middle school crush.

c)

A middle school girl wondering how an ordinary looking girl, like her, could go missing.

d)

The girl’s picture on the side of a milk carton to announce she is missing.

65.

Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle!
What is the main idea?

a)

Tom finds enough food for his family.

b)

Tom gets pulled out of his boat by a huge fish.

c)

Tom didn't catch anything.

d)

Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

66.

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

a)

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

b)

It is also fun to look for shells.

c)

Some people simply like to sunbathe.

d)

Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

67.

Matilda Excerpt
By Roald Dahl
By the time she was three, Matilda had taught herself to read by studying newspapers and magazines that lay around the house. At the age of four, she could read fast and well and she naturally began hankering after books. The only book in the whole of this enlightened household was something called Easy Cooking belonging to her mother, and when she had read this from cover to cover and had learnt all the recipes by heart, she decided she wanted something more interesting. "Daddy," she said, "do you think you could buy me a book?" "A book,” he said. "Whatd' you want a flaming book for?" "To read, Daddy." "What's wrong with the telly, for heaven's sake? We've got a lovely telly with a twelve-inch screen and now you come asking for a book! You're getting spoiled, my girl!"
What is the main idea?

a)

Matilda can read fast.

b)

Matilda is eager to learn and read more.

c)

Matilda is interested in cookbooks.

d)

Matilda’s dad won’t buy her a new book.

68.

Pretty Little Liars Excerpt
By Sara Shepard
Imagine it's a couple of years ago, the summer between seventh and eighth grade. You're tan from lying out next to your rock-lined pool, you've got on your new Juicy sweats (remember when everybody wore those?), and your mind's on your crush, the boy who goes to that other prep school whose name we won't mention and who folds jeans at Abercrombie in the mall. You're eating your Cocoa Krispies just how you like 'em --- doused in skim milk --- and you see this girl's face on the side of the milk carton. Missing. She's cute --- probably cuter than you --- and has a feisty look in her eyes. You think, Hmm, maybe she likes soggy Cocoa Krispies too. And you bet she'd think Abercrombie boy was a hottie as well. You wonder how someone so . . . well, so much like you went missing. You thought only girls who entered beauty pageants ended up on the sides of milk cartons. Well,think again.
What is the main idea?

a)

The narrator enjoying her summer break by the pool.

b)

The importance of a middle school crush.

c)

A middle school girl wondering how an ordinary looking girl, like her, could go missing.

d)

The girl’s picture on the side of a milk carton to announce she is missing.

69.

Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle!
What is the main idea?

a)

Tom finds enough food for his family.

b)

Tom gets pulled out of his boat by a huge fish.

c)

Tom didn't catch anything.

d)

Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

70.

What is the best question to ask yourself when you are trying to find the main idea?

a)

Who is the main character?

b)

What is the main event?

c)

What is one important detail?

d)

What point is the author trying to make?

71.

Do you ever wonder how you taste things? You owe your sense of taste to your taste buds. We have 9,000 taste buds just on the tongue alone. There are also taste buds on the roof of your mouth. You even have taste buds on the back of your throat.
What does the author want you to learn from the passage?

a)

Why we can taste only certain things.

b)

That we taste through our noses

c)

Where taste buds are found

d)

We have taste buds on our tongues

72.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Reading class is really interesting.

a)

We learn interesting facts from the things we read.

b)

Our teacher gives us new ways to look at things.

c)

It's my least favorite class.

d)

Sometimes we do dramatic readings of the text that are super engaging.

73.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.

a)

It tastes really good.

b)

Candy contains high amounts of sugar.

c)

You can find many artificial additives in candy.

d)

Eating too much candy can give you cavities.

74.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.

Topic Sentence:Doing your homework has many benefits.

a)

Doing your homework helps you remember the material better.

b)

Those who complete their homework often do better on the test.

c)

When you have done your homework, it makes it easier to participate in class.

d)

Homework takes up your precious after school time.

75.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Johnny has to spend twice as long on his math homework. Sometime he gets the numbers mixed up, and he can't remember the formulas. He has to study and practice a lot to get good grades in math.

a)

Johnny has a difficult time in school.

b)

Math is Johnny's most difficult class.

c)

Reading is Johnny's favorite subject.

d)

Math is the worst subject ever.

76.

"Are you already done?" his father asked. "It seems like you just got in the water." Jacob was finished with his bath in two minutes. He got his body and hair wet, rubbed shampoo on his hair, washed his body with soap, and rinsed off. He liked fast baths so to have more time to play. In fact, Jacob never took a long bath. To him, the faster the bath, the better.
What is the central idea of the passage?

a)

Jacob is very clean

b)

Jacob never too showers

c)

Jacob likes to take fast baths

77.

Identify the supporting detail which is irrelevant to the topic sentence.
Topic Sentence: One way to relieve college stress is by exercising.

a)

Exercising helps the body to produce endorphins which will make them feel better and calmer.

b)

Even if the exercise is just by doing daily walks for 30 minutes, it also can help in reducing the stress level.

c)

College students face a lot of problems but they need to solve these problems themselves because parents do not stay with them anymore.

d)

The students can play sports games with their friends in the evening when all classes have ended.

78.

Identify the supporting detail which is irrelevant to the topic sentence.
Topic Sentence: One challenge of studying overseas is to adapt to the food eaten in the foreign land.

a)

The students could face difficulties in getting used to the type of food eaten by the locals and also the food sold there.

b)

If the students are not used to eating hot and spicy food, studying in Asian countries could pose a challenge to their digestive system.

c)

On the other hand, Asian students who study in western countries could face difficulty in adapting to the local menus which to their palate the food is bland.

d)

Different people from different parts of the world prepare or cook their foods differently and according to their preferences.

79.

Do you know where the idea for postage stamps came from? In 1840, Great Britain created the first postage stamp. The first stamps were call "Penny Blacks." Before postage stamps were made, people took letter to the post office and just paid a fee to have them sent. The postmaster would collect the money and write "paid" on the letters. The new stamps allowed people to mail their letters from public mailboxes all over the British country. People no longer needed to make a disturbing trip to the post office every time they wanted to mail a letter.
Today, every country in the world has its own stamps, with the country's name printed on them
Which idea from the selection emphasizes the impact that the postage stamp has had worldwide?

a)

Due to the postage stamp, the British were able to put mailboxes in their own country.

b)

Due to the postage stamp, each country creates their own stamps with their name on it.

c)

Due to the postage stamp, British mailmen had to walk very long distances.

80.

Do you know where the idea for postage stamps came from? In 1840, Great Britain created the first postage stamp. The first stamps were call "Penny Blacks." Before postage stamps were made, people took letter to the post office and just paid a fee to have them sent. The postmaster would collect the money and write "paid" on the letters. The new stamps allowed people to mail their letters from public mailboxes all over the British country. People no longer needed to make a disturbing trip to the post office every time they wanted to mail a letter.
Today, every country in the world has its own stamps, with the country's name printed on them.
Which sentence from the selection supports the idea that a visit to the post office could be a bother.

a)

The first stamps were call "Penny Blacks."

b)

The new stamps allowed people to mail their letters from public mailboxes all over the British country.

c)

People no longer needed to make a disturbing trip to the post office every time they wanted to mail a letter.

81.

Do you know where the idea for postage stamps came from? In 1840, Great Britain created the first postage stamp. The first stamps were call "Penny Blacks." Before postage stamps were made, people took letter to the post office and just paid a fee to have them sent. The postmaster would collect the money and write "paid" on the letters. The new stamps allowed people to mail their letters from public mailboxes all over the British country. People no longer needed to make a disturbing trip to the post office every time they wanted to mail a letter.
Today, every country in the world has its own stamps, with the country's name printed on them.
According to the text, before postage stamps were made-

a)

people took their letters to post office and paid to have them mailed

b)

people drove long distances to deliver the letters themselves

c)

People did not have to pay to have their letters delivered

82.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: There are many reasons people find clowns scary.

a)

Their face paint hides their true identity.

b)

People often think of the creepy clowns they've seen on movies such as "It."

c)

There have been some bad clowns in the news lately.

d)

Clowns makes fun balloon animals.

83.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
When you bake cookies, you first have to make sure you have all the ingredients. Then you have to mix them together. Finally, you have to put them in the oven.

a)

Baking cookies is really easy to do.

b)

My grandma has the best cookies recipe.

c)

There are a few steps you must follow when making cookies.

d)

Cookies are easier to make than cake.

84.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
When the teacher walks in, we are always ready for class. We don't talk when the teacher is talking, and are always respectful. No one ever gets in trouble.

a)

School is awesome.

b)

Our teacher likes our class the most.

c)

The other class is way worse than our class.

d)

Our class is always well behaved.

85.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Celebrities have to look almost perfect all the time. They also sacrifice their private lives. Finally, they are in danger of having crazy fans.

a)

Being a celebrity is often difficult.

b)

When I grow up, I want to be a celebrity.

c)

Celebrities make more money than most people.

d)

Brad Pitt is a celebrity everyone has heard of.

86.

You want to always make sure you have enough time to review and revisit the test

a)

I own a time machine, who needs time?

b)

Look, its superman!

c)

True

d)

False

87.

When you come to a question for which you don't know the answer, what should you do?

a)

Don't move until you answer it.

b)

Call your friend for help.

c)

Mark it and come back to it.

d)

Write a list of facts that you do know.

88.

After putting your name on the test, what is the very first thing you should do?

a)

Work like a mad person

b)

Take a nap baby!

c)

Answer the easy questions first

d)

Look at the computer for 10 minutes

89.

True or False: If only part of the statement is true then the statement is false

a)

True

b)

False

90.

If you have to guess, the best thing(s) to do are...

a)

Eliminate answers you know are wrong

b)

If at least two seem right, go with all of the above

c)

Take away absolute answers

d)

All of the above

91.

Why should you always answer the easy questions on a test first?

a)

They could help answer other questions

b)

There is no such thing as easy questions

c)

To build confidence

d)

Both A and C

92.

If you are a student who has extended time, should you expect the test proctor to give you your extended time?

a)

Yes, test proctors never make mistakes

b)

The test proctor is Dracula.

c)

No, some test proctors may have never even proctored a test before. Tell them you get extended time

d)

Your mother has one glass eye

93.

If a question is too hard, flag it and come back to it later.

a)

Wrong, coming back to it is more work

b)

True, many times when you come back, you will see the answer.

c)

True, but flagging is just wrong

d)

Hard questions should be put to death

94.

When taking a test you should eliminate the two answers that are definitely not the answer

a)

Bad decision are made this way

b)

Correct, this helps make the true answer stand out

c)

Did someone say Collywobbles?

d)

Why, did someone sneeze on the test

95.

Choosing answers based on the evidence in the text and noticing the message the author is sending is:

a)

Wise analysis

b)

ah

c)

I really forgot this

d)

Foolish

96.

When taking a test you should:

a)

Wonder who is messaging you

b)

Review Disney movies quotes in your mind

c)

Ask yourself, is this a simple thinking question or a deeper thinking question

d)

Take a nap

97.

When you don't understand text in a passage you should:

a)

Make up words and become a millionaire

b)

Stand on your desk and demand a free cheese burger

c)

Flip a coin

d)

Use context clues to figure out the meaning of a word. Use word parts (prefix, roots & suffixes)

98.

When you don't understand words in the passage you should:

a)

Think of word synonyms and antonyms that may be hiding in the sentence

b)

Call a ninja

c)

Do a Google search with the Google search you won't have access to

d)

Multiply the amount of words in the passage with the number of tiles on the floor

99.

What do you do if you just don't know the answer

a)

LOUDLY ask the class

b)

Select the longest answer

c)

Innie meany miny mo it...

d)

Quietly ask a metal table

100.

When reading the test question, you always want to ask yourself what standard am I being taught?

a)

True

b)

False

101.

When reading a passage and you have two questions after the passage

a)

Two questions after a passage just means the author just liked the idea of two questions after the passage

b)

Both questions A and B won't relate to each other

c)

Don't worry about it

d)

Both questions A and B will relate to each other

102.

How much time do I get on the FSA test?

a)

All FSA ELA Reading assessments are administered over two days. Two 90 minute sessions

b)

Three weeks

c)

As much time as I want because I deserve it

d)

90 minutes

103.

If you become ill or need to leave school before completing your test session, can you finish the next day?

a)

No, are you crazy???

b)

No, students who leave campus before completing a test session (for lunch, an appointment, illness, etc.) will not be allowed to complete that test session.

c)

Yes, you can leave and come back as long as it is within the same day

d)

Yes, the school will provide another day of testing just so you can finish your test.

104.

Peter is involved with many after school sporting activities. _____, Jane prefers to spend her free time playing video games indoors.

a)

For example

b)

To sum it up

c)

Therefore

d)

On the other hand

105.

Choose the best transition word.

The day was long and tiring, ____ she decided to go to bed early.

a)

because

b)

so

c)

even though

d)

suddenly

106.

My brother is my best friend. He is always willing to go the extra mile to help me. ______, the other day he helped me study until 1:00 AM.

a)

For example

b)

Additionally

c)

As a result

d)

Furthermore

107.

Brian woke up with a headache; he missed his school bus, forgot his lunch money and got a C on his math test. ________, he was having a rotten day.

a)

Second

b)

Meanwhile

c)

To sum it up

d)

Finally

108.

_______ they tried hard, the students could not complete the project in time.

a)

Although

b)

Despite

c)

First

109.

Which words could indicate a conclusion?

a)

next, then

b)

on the other hand

c)

in the end, finally

d)

first, second

110.

I was just getting over the flu. _______, I went to school to take the FSA.

a)

Then

b)

Nevertheless

c)

First

d)

Immediately

111.

Jesse is an animal lover. _________ , he adores penguins and pandas.

a)

Simultaneously

b)

Equally important

c)

Specifically

d)

Despite

112.

Peter won the scholarship to his dream school. _______, he was able to attend for free.

a)

Meanwhile

b)

Nonetheless

c)

Secondly

d)

Consequently

113.

____________I didn't like to spend time reading in class, but I enjoy it now.

a)

eventually

c)

overall

d)

initially

114.

In a piece of narrative text, what is the "theme"?

a)

What the story is about

b)

The topic of the text

c)

A message the author is trying to get across to the reader

d)

Where and when the story happens

115.

During a baseball game, Tanner tried to tag a player leaving first base. When the umpire called the player out, Tanner immediately informed the umpire that he in fact did not tag the runner. Two weeks later, the very same umpire was at another one of Tanner’s baseball games. Tanner was playing short stop and tagged a runner as they approached third base. When the umpire called the player safe, Tanner didn’t say a word, but the umpire noticed the surprised look on Tanner’s face. “Did you tag the runner?” she asked Tanner. When Tanner told her that he did tag the runner, the umpire changed her decision and called the player out. The coaches and parents were furious, but the umpire stood by her decision.
What is the theme?

a)

You should cheat to win.

b)

Always work hard.

c)

It pays to be honest.

d)

Teamwork is best.

116.

In a spell of dry weather, when the Birds could find very little to drink, a thirsty Crow found a pitcher with a little water in it. But the pitcher was high and had a narrow neck, and no matter how he tried, the Crow could not reach the water. The poor thing felt as if he would die of thirst. Then an idea came to him. Picking up some small pebbles, he dropped them into the pitcher one by one. With each pebble the water rose a little higher until at last it was near enough so he could drink.
What is the theme?

a)

be persistent

b)

be honest

c)

always share with others

d)

respect your family

117.

My best friend was having a party Friday night, but I also had a baseball game. This was going to be a tough decision. If I do not go to the game, I will let my team down.

a)

It's important to be loyal

b)

Your friends are the most important things in life

c)

Being good at sports is the best way to get friends

d)

it's important to never give up

118.

One summer's day, a merry Grasshopper was dancing, singing and playing his violin with all his heart. He saw an Ant passing by working hard to store food for the winter. “Come and sing with me instead of working so hard,” said the Grasshopper “Let’s have fun together.” “I must store food for the winter,” said the Ant,“ and I advise you to do the same.” “Don’t worry about winter, it’s still very far away,” said the Grasshopper, laughing at him. But the Ant wouldn’t listen and continued to work. When winter came, the starving Grasshopper went to the Ant’s house and humbly begged for something to eat. “If you had listened to my advice in the summer you would not now be in need,” said the Ant. “I’m afraid you will have to go without supper,” and he closed the door.
What is the theme?

a)

share with your neighbor

b)

work before you play

c)

be respectful

d)

don't be greedy

119.

A Dog, to whom the butcher had thrown a bone, was hurrying home with his prize as fast as he could go. As he crossed a narrow bridge, he looked down and saw his reflection in the quiet water as if in a mirror. But the greedy Dog thought he saw a real Dog carrying a bone much bigger than his own. If he had stopped to think he would have known better. But instead of thinking, he dropped his bone and sprang at the Dog in the river, only to find himself swimming for dear life to reach the shore. At last he managed to scramble out, and as he stood sadly thinking about the good bone he had lost, he realized what a foolish Dog he had been.
What is the theme?

a)

Be honest.

b)

Don't be greedy.

c)

Always share your things with others.

d)

Be respectful to others.

120.

All Cameron wanted to do with his life was be a singer. He didn't pay attention in school and he spent all of this time at home watching music videos online and impersonating his idols. His mother tried to teach him the value of getting an education and having a backup plan, but Cameron would respond the same way every time, "Mom, I won't need to know any of that boring old stuff when I'm famous, You'll see." But there was one major problem with Cameron's plan; wasn't any good at singing. Cameron wanted to be a singer so badly, that he didn't notice the pained look on the faces of those who endured his singing. Because he wanted to be a singer to badly, when honest people told him to find something else to do with his life, he accused them of being "jealous haters" and ignored their advice. After Cameron dropped out of high school to focus on his music career, the years passed and the doors never opened.

a)

No matter what your dream or goal in life is, always get an education because you never know what might happen.

b)

Always listen to what people say about you

c)

Never give up on your dreams

d)

You don't necessarily need an education to get ahead in life.

121.

Kyle liked Lucy more than any other girl in the school, but he had an odd way of showing it. When she walked ahead of him in line, he kicked at her shoe. When she passed him in the hallway, he caller her "Lame Lucy" He even wrote a mean word on her homework during the bus ride to school. But what puzzled Lucy the most was receiving an invitation to Kyle's birthday party. Figuring that he was just planning a mean trick on her, Lucy decided not to go, and while Kyle eagerly awaited Lucy's arrival, Lucy talked on the phone to Jacob. When Kyle finally realized that Lucy was not coming to his party, he was crushed.

a)

Don't go to parties if you think you'll be tricked

b)

Being mean to people will let you know that you like them

c)

Always be honest about your feelings, say and do what you think and feel

d)

Treat people kindly

122.

During a baseball game, Tanner tried to tag a player leaving first base. When the umpire called the player out, Tanner immediately informed the umpire that he in fact did not tag the runner. Two weeks later, the very same umpire was at another one of Tanner’s baseball games. Tanner was playing short stop and tagged a runner as they approached third base. When the umpire called the player safe, Tanner didn’t say a word, but the umpire noticed the surprised look on Tanner’s face. “Did you tag the runner?” she asked Tanner. When Tanner told her that he did tag the runner, the umpire changed her decision and called the player out. The coaches and parents were furious, but the umpire stood by her decision.
What is the theme?

a)

You should cheat to win.

b)

Always work hard.

c)

It pays to be honest.

d)

Teamwork is best.

123.

What is symbolism?

a)

exaggerating an idea

b)

a person, place, object, or activity that stands for something beyond itself

c)

using like or as to compare unlike things

d)

giving human characteristics to animals or objects

124.

One hot summer day, a weary fox padded down a dusty road, desperate for food and drink. He had traveled for miles without finding so much as a berry to nibble or a puddle of water to sip from.

Suddenly, a beautiful aroma filled the air. The fox sniffed and sniffed, his mouth watering in anticipation. Then he looked up. Several feet above him, trailing along a trellis, was a vine full of juicy grapes.

The fox jumped up, but he could not reach them. Then he backed up, took a running start, and leaped as high as he could. Still, the grapes remained out of reach. Again and again, he tried, with no success.

Finally, exhausted and faint from his efforts, the fox gave up and went on his way. "Oh, well," he sneered, "no big loss. I could tell those grapes were sour anyway."

In this passage, the grapes symbolize—

a)

something that a person wants but can't have

b)

a desire to be happy and independent

c)

a delicious, satisfying meal

d)

a decision that is difficult to make

125.

In a piece of narrative text, what is the "theme"?

a)

What the story is about

b)

The topic of the text

c)

A message the author is trying to get across to the reader

d)

Where and when the story happens

126.

During a baseball game, Tanner tried to tag a player leaving first base. When the umpire called the player out, Tanner immediately informed the umpire that he in fact did not tag the runner. Two weeks later, the very same umpire was at another one of Tanner’s baseball games. Tanner was playing short stop and tagged a runner as they approached third base. When the umpire called the player safe, Tanner didn’t say a word, but the umpire noticed the surprised look on Tanner’s face. “Did you tag the runner?” she asked Tanner. When Tanner told her that he did tag the runner, the umpire changed her decision and called the player out. The coaches and parents were furious, but the umpire stood by her decision.
What is the theme?

a)

You should cheat to win.

b)

Always work hard.

c)

It pays to be honest.

d)

Teamwork is best.

127.

In a spell of dry weather, when the Birds could find very little to drink, a thirsty Crow found a pitcher with a little water in it. But the pitcher was high and had a narrow neck, and no matter how he tried, the Crow could not reach the water. The poor thing felt as if he would die of thirst. Then an idea came to him. Picking up some small pebbles, he dropped them into the pitcher one by one. With each pebble the water rose a little higher until at last it was near enough so he could drink.
What is the theme?

a)

be persistent

b)

be honest

c)

always share with others

d)

respect your family

128.

My best friend was having a party Friday night, but I also had a baseball game. This was going to be a tough decision. If I do not go to the game, I will let my team down.

a)

It's important to be loyal

b)

Your friends are the most important things in life

c)

Being good at sports is the best way to get friends

d)

it's important to never give up

129.

One summer's day, a merry Grasshopper was dancing, singing and playing his violin with all his heart. He saw an Ant passing by working hard to store food for the winter. “Come and sing with me instead of working so hard,” said the Grasshopper “Let’s have fun together.” “I must store food for the winter,” said the Ant,“ and I advise you to do the same.” “Don’t worry about winter, it’s still very far away,” said the Grasshopper, laughing at him. But the Ant wouldn’t listen and continued to work. When winter came, the starving Grasshopper went to the Ant’s house and humbly begged for something to eat. “If you had listened to my advice in the summer you would not now be in need,” said the Ant. “I’m afraid you will have to go without supper,” and he closed the door.
What is the theme?

a)

share with your neighbor

b)

work before you play

c)

be respectful

d)

don't be greedy

130.

A Dog, to whom the butcher had thrown a bone, was hurrying home with his prize as fast as he could go. As he crossed a narrow bridge, he looked down and saw his reflection in the quiet water as if in a mirror. But the greedy Dog thought he saw a real Dog carrying a bone much bigger than his own. If he had stopped to think he would have known better. But instead of thinking, he dropped his bone and sprang at the Dog in the river, only to find himself swimming for dear life to reach the shore. At last he managed to scramble out, and as he stood sadly thinking about the good bone he had lost, he realized what a foolish Dog he had been.
What is the theme?

a)

Be honest.

b)

Don't be greedy.

c)

Always share your things with others.

d)

Be respectful to others.

131.

All Cameron wanted to do with his life was be a singer. He didn't pay attention in school and he spent all of this time at home watching music videos online and impersonating his idols. His mother tried to teach him the value of getting an education and having a backup plan, but Cameron would respond the same way every time, "Mom, I won't need to know any of that boring old stuff when I'm famous, You'll see." But there was one major problem with Cameron's plan; wasn't any good at singing. Cameron wanted to be a singer so badly, that he didn't notice the pained look on the faces of those who endured his singing. Because he wanted to be a singer to badly, when honest people told him to find something else to do with his life, he accused them of being "jealous haters" and ignored their advice. After Cameron dropped out of high school to focus on his music career, the years passed and the doors never opened.

a)

No matter what your dream or goal in life is, always get an education because you never know what might happen.

b)

Always listen to what people say about you

c)

Never give up on your dreams

d)

You don't necessarily need an education to get ahead in life.

132.

Kyle liked Lucy more than any other girl in the school, but he had an odd way of showing it. When she walked ahead of him in line, he kicked at her shoe. When she passed him in the hallway, he caller her "Lame Lucy" He even wrote a mean word on her homework during the bus ride to school. But what puzzled Lucy the most was receiving an invitation to Kyle's birthday party. Figuring that he was just planning a mean trick on her, Lucy decided not to go, and while Kyle eagerly awaited Lucy's arrival, Lucy talked on the phone to Jacob. When Kyle finally realized that Lucy was not coming to his party, he was crushed.

a)

Don't go to parties if you think you'll be tricked

b)

Being mean to people will let you know that you like them

c)

Always be honest about your feelings, say and do what you think and feel

d)

Treat people kindly

133.

One way you could figure out the theme is to...

a)

Skim through the story

b)

Just read the beginning of the story

c)

Think about what the character has learned

d)

Read the ending of the story

134.

During a baseball game, Tanner tried to tag a player leaving first base. When the umpire called the player out, Tanner immediately informed the umpire that he in fact did not tag the runner. Two weeks later, the very same umpire was at another one of Tanner’s baseball games. Tanner was playing short stop and tagged a runner as they approached third base. When the umpire called the player safe, Tanner didn’t say a word, but the umpire noticed the surprised look on Tanner’s face. “Did you tag the runner?” she asked Tanner. When Tanner told her that he did tag the runner, the umpire changed her decision and called the player out. The coaches and parents were furious, but the umpire stood by her decision.
What is the theme?

a)

You should cheat to win.

b)

Always work hard.

c)

It pays to be honest.

d)

Teamwork is best.

135.

What is symbolism?

a)

exaggerating an idea

b)

a person, place, object, or activity that stands for something beyond itself

c)

using like or as to compare unlike things

d)

giving human characteristics to animals or objects

136.

One hot summer day, a weary fox padded down a dusty road, desperate for food and drink. He had traveled for miles without finding so much as a berry to nibble or a puddle of water to sip from.

Suddenly, a beautiful aroma filled the air. The fox sniffed and sniffed, his mouth watering in anticipation. Then he looked up. Several feet above him, trailing along a trellis, was a vine full of juicy grapes.

The fox jumped up, but he could not reach them. Then he backed up, took a running start, and leaped as high as he could. Still, the grapes remained out of reach. Again and again, he tried, with no success.

Finally, exhausted and faint from his efforts, the fox gave up and went on his way. "Oh, well," he sneered, "no big loss. I could tell those grapes were sour anyway."

In this passage, the grapes symbolize—

a)

something that a person wants but can't have

b)

a desire to be happy and independent

c)

a delicious, satisfying meal

d)

a decision that is difficult to make

137.

Why does an author use symbolism in their literary piece?

a)

To convey deeper meanings about a topic or subject

b)

To show the importance of symbols

138.

What is the symbolic significance of this symbol?

a)

A book filled with religious stories.

b)

faith, God, religion.

c)

Death, darkness, sadness, race, politics.

d)

A book of stories of the future.

139.

What does the apple symbolize in the image

a)

Snow White's death and destruction

b)

Snow White's beauty and charm

140.

Symbols represent a concept or idea that is more significant (or more important) than the symbol itself.

a)

True

b)

False

141.

Why do people use symbols?

a)

To give an answer to a conflict.

b)

For fun

c)

To help visualize their plan for a idea

d)

To convey other concepts, ideas, or beliefs

142.

The biggest challenge for patrol horses is staying sane when faced with distractions and disturbances
Sane is not the best word choice in the previous sentence. Which of the following would be a more effective word to use in this sentence?

a)

calm

b)

friendly

c)

reasonable

d)

open

143.

Confidently approaching the board, I said the word entomology allowed and wrote its definition in big, bold letters.
What change needs to be made to the previous sentence?

a)

Change Confidently to Confidentally

b)

Change approaching to approach

c)

Change the first comma to a period

d)

Change allowed to aloud

144.

(6) Certainly, most people would agree that electronic communication has its profits. (7) It enhances safety and helps people convey messages quickly.
Sentence 6 is unclear because Kayla has chosen an inappropriate word. What change should Kayla make to improve this sentence?

a)

Change Certainly to Surely

b)

Change most to many

c)

Change agree to think

d)

Change profits to benefits

145.

(18) Eventually you’ll begin to get close to your destination, and the responsibility for your plane will be handed back over to a local control tower. (19) There, controllers will be ready to make sure that our plane lands in an orderly fashion.
What change should be made in sentence 19?

a)

Change controllers to guys

b)

Change ready to prepared

c)

Change our to your

d)

Change orderly to good

146.

(23) Granted, I’ve missed my weekend horseback rides and the freedom to roam the meadows and hills. (24) City life, however, offers other stuff.

Justin has used a poor choice of words in sentence 24. He should change stuff to —

a)

rituals

b)

items

c)

opportunities

d)

places

147.

What mood do the words convey:
Aggravated
Enraged
Violent

a)

Exciting

b)

Angry

c)

Boring

d)

Happy

148.

What mood do the words convey:
Quiet
Serene
Tranquil

a)

boring

b)

fun

c)

calm

d)

happy

149.

What mood do the words convey:
Joyful
Delighted
Ecstatic

a)

loving

b)

worried

c)

calm

d)

happy

150.

What moods do the words convey:
Creepy
Threatening
Nightmarish

a)

worried

b)

sad

c)

angry

d)

scary

151.

What mood do the words convey:
Dreary
Dull
Tiring

a)

boring

b)

calm

c)

angry

d)

happy

152.

What mood do the word convey:
Exhilarating
Lively
Energetic

a)

exciting

b)

angry

c)

worried

d)

loving

153.

What mood do the words convey:
Amusing
Bouncy
Cheerful

a)

calm

b)

fun

c)

loving

d)

worried

154.

What moods do the words convey:
Depressed
Mournful
Tragic

a)

scary

b)

worried

c)

angry

d)

sad

FSA Practice

Total questions: 154

Worksheet time: 26hrs 40mins

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