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ELA 5th

Total questions: 295

Worksheet time: 6hrs 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is personification?

a)

A comparison using "like" or "as".

b)

A word that makes a sound.

c)

Giving human qualities to inhuman things.

2.

T/F The following sentence is an example of personification:


"The car coughed as it passed in front of me."

a)

True

b)

False

3.

What object is being personified?

"The brown grass begged for water."

a)

Brown

b)

Grass

c)

Water

4.

Which of the following sentences is an example of personification?

a)

The sugar cookies were covered in sprinkles.

b)

Those cookies were calling my name!

c)

The cookies came out of the oven as hot as lava!

5.

What is the object being personified?

"The cold snowflakes kissed my cheek."

a)

Snowflakes

b)

Cheek

c)

Cold

6.

What is author's purpose?

a)

The events that occur in the text.

b)

The beginning, middle, and end of a story.

c)

The reason for writing the text.

7.

What are the 3 types of author's purpose?

a)

Persuade, Inform, Entertain

b)

Explain, Inform, Illustrate

c)

Entertain, Summarize, Inform

8.

What is the author's purpose?

The shark ray is a rare species that lives in the tropical waters of the coastal Indo-Pacific at depths of up to 90m. Usually found near the sea floor, Shark Rays prefer sandy or muddy areas near underwater structures.

a)

Persuade

b)

Inform

c)

Entertain

9.

What is the author's purpose?

"I passed through the seven levels of the Candy Cane forest, through the sea of swirly twirly gum drops, and then I walked through the Lincoln Tunnel" exclaimed Buddy the Elf.

a)

Persuade

b)

Inform

c)

Entertain

10.

Wearing a hat in the winter is very important. Make sure to protect the ears, face, hands and feet in extremely cold weather. Wearing a hat reduces the amount of body heat that escapes from your head. Everyone should wear a hat when going outside in the cold!

a)

Persuade

b)

Inform

c)

Entertain

11.

What is the author's purpose?

Snow is made up of individual ice crystals that grow while suspended in the atmosphere—usually within clouds—and then fall, accumulating on the ground. Snowflakes form in a variety of shapes and sizes.

a)

Persuade

b)

Inform

c)

Entertain

12.

What is the author's purpose? Hermey the Elf wanted to be a dentist more than anything else in the world! He never felt like he could relate the the other elves. While they were busy making toys, Hermey was dreaming of teeth!

a)

Persuade

b)

Inform

c)

Entertain

13.

This type of author's purpose tries to convince us to believe an idea or take certain action.

a)

Persuade

b)

Inform

c)

Entertain

14.

If an author's purpose is to inform, what type of text is this?

a)

Fiction

b)

Non-Fiction

15.

Rate your confidence with author's purpose on a scale of 1-5:

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

16.

Rate your confidence with personification on a scale of 1-5:

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

17.

Is this sentence a simile, metaphor, or a hyperbole: He is as fast as a cheetah.

a)

Hyperbole

b)

Metaphor

c)

Pizza

d)

Fast Food

e)

Simile

18.

Is this a synonym or an antonym to frustrated: Happy

a)

Synonym

b)

Dog Man

c)

Antonym

19.

Is this setting or character: The character, forest.

a)

Character

b)

Setting

c)

Mr. P

d)

S tting

20.

The opposite of happy.

(a)  

21.

What is the Climax of a story?

a)

The turning point of a story.

b)

The end of a story.

c)

The beginning of a story.

d)

The hdhjkusgl of a story.

22.

What is the definition of annotation?

a)

;-)

b)

talking notes about what you read

c)

laughing at a monkey

d)

an important part of a plot

e)

the fastest cheetah

23.

Theme is...

a)

the moral or lesson of a story.

b)

the middle of a story.

c)

the happiness of a story.

d)

the m ral or lesson of a story.

24.

Antonym of yell

(a)  

25.

When someone says cite your evidence it means...

a)

to hamburger your evidence.

b)

to prove your answer.

c)

to make your answer longer.

d)

to make your answer shorter.

26.

Definition of alliteration.

a)

repetition of constant sounds at the beginning of words

b)

repetition of verb sounds at the beginning of words

c)

repetition of a word at the end of words

d)

(hint)This option is wrong :-)

27.

examples of onomatopoeia

a)

House

b)

POW

c)

Sonic

d)

KABOOM

e)

SUPERMAN

28.

Personification means...

a)

giving object qualities to humans

b)

giving human qualities to objects

29.

Pre Writing means to _______ your story.

a)

brainstorm

b)

outline

c)

organize

d)

add a setting

e)

add bubble maps

30.

When you make a rough draft you...

a)

put you thoughts on your paper.

b)

put your answers on paper.

c)

put your head on the paper.

d)

eat the paper.

e)

put your corrections on the paper.

31.

Synonym of mad

(a)  

32.

Features of a personal narrative are...

a)

small moments from your life

b)

beginning with a catchy lead

c)

have a cow in the story

d)

beginning with a resolution

33.

What is the purpose of a glossary?

a)

to show a map and location

b)

to provide a definition of words in the book

c)

to show you what page information is on

d)

to look up pronunciations

34.

What is the purpose of a thesaurus?

a)

to look up the information from the text

b)

to show you the location on a map

c)

to find synonyms and antonyms of words

d)

list the table of contents and page numbers

35.

Which answer shows an example of a pronunciation guide for the word "Short" in a dictionary?

a)

short

b)

measuring a small distance from end to end

c)

adjective

d)

/SHôrt/

36.

In which reference would you find a pronunciation guide?

a)

dictionary

b)

glossary

c)

index

d)

table of contents

37.

How is a glossary organized

a)

in alphabetical order

b)

in chapter order

c)

in chronological order

38.

What are the functions of a dictionary?

a)

to give page numbers along with titles

b)

a book of maps, locations, and coordinates

c)

to give pronunciation, part of speech, and word origin

39.

What is the purpose of a pronunciation guide?

a)

Sound out each letter individually

b)

Read the word as fast as possible

c)

Read the word phonetically and each section in a syllable

40.

Where is the glossary found in a nonfiction book?

a)

after each chapter

b)

in the front of the book

c)

in the back of the book

d)

in a separate book

41.

What is a synonym for the word good?

a)

delighted

b)

sad

c)

sick

d)

mad

42.

What is an antonym for the word little?

a)

enormous

b)

tiny

c)

minuscule

43.

What is not found in a dictionary?

a)

definitions and pronunciations

b)

parts of speech

c)

web addresses for more information

44.

Reference materials are always _____

a)

fiction

b)

complicated

c)

false

d)

non-Fiction

45.

True or False:

Dictionaries can show multiple meanings for the same word.

a)

True

b)

False

46.

Which resource does NOT have a table of contents?

a)

thesaurus

b)

dictionary

c)

both thesaurus and dictionary

47.

In which source would you find the pronunciation of the word adaptation?

a)

dictionary

b)

thesaurus

c)

glossary

d)

index

48.

Pick two antonyms for the word "neat"

a)

messy

b)

chaotic

c)

organized

d)

clean

49.

Which is a definition of the word fortune?

(hint there may be more than one)

a)

chance or luck affecting human affairs

b)

noun

c)

fôrCHén

d)

a large amount of money or assets

50.
The prefix UN- means "not."
The word ABRIDGE means to "shorten."
The word UNABRIGED most likely means:

a)
a. a full version of a story
b)
b. a shorter version of the story
c)
c. a new version of a story
d)
d. an old version of a story
51.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
“Are you ready,” she asked?
b)
“Are you ready?” she asked?
c)
“Are you ready?” she asked.
d)
“Are you ready” she asked.
52.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
Bill said that he would help me.
b)
Bill said, "That he would help me."
c)
Bill said, "that he would help me."
d)
Bill said ",that he would help me."
53.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
Barbara said, “let’s shovel the snow.”
b)
Barbara said “Let’s shovel the snow.”
c)
Barbara said, “Let’s shovel the snow.
d)
Barbara said, “Let’s shovel the snow.”
54.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
“That” we were informed “is a snow leopard.”
b)
“That,” we were informed, “Is a snow leopard.”
c)
“That,” we were informed, “is a snow leopard.”
d)
“That,” we were informed “is a snow leopard.”
55.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
“This is not the right way,” George said.  “Let’s turn back.”
b)
“This is not the right way,” George said,  “let’s turn back.”
c)
“This is not the right way,” George said.  “let’s turn back.”
d)
“This is not the right way” George said.  “Let’s turn back.”
56.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
The Call of the Wild and White Fang are books written by Jack London.
b)
The Call of the Wild and White Fang are books written by Jack London.
c)
'The Call of the Wild" and "White Fang" are books written by Jack London.
d)
The call of the wild and White fang are books written by Jack London.
57.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
Elvis Presley sang a song called "Hound Dog" in 1956.
b)
"Elvis Presley" sang a song called "Hound Dog" in 1956.
c)
Elvis Presley sang a song called Hound Dog in 1956.
d)
Elvis Presley sang a song called "Hound Dog," in 1956.
58.
Many people today desperately want children _______ they are unable to conceive a child.
Which word best completes the sentence?
a)
and
b)
or
c)
but
d)
so
59.
John will have to go to summer school _____ he won't be able to start high school next year.
Which word best completes the sentence?
a)
and
b)
or
c)
but
d)
so
60.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
I’m interested in sound so I recently read several books about it.
b)
I’m interested in sound, so I recently read several books about it.
61.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
They played checkers until it was time to go home.
b)
They played checkers, until it was time to go home.
62.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
Even though Lee prefers blue Charlotte picked yellow.
b)
Even though Lee prefers blue, Charlotte picked yellow.
63.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
We thought she was nice because she smiled a lot
b)
We thought she was nice, because she smiled a lot
64.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
I went to the store, and bought the groceries. 
b)
I went to the store and bought the groceries. 
65.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
The class learned all their lines, rehearsed after school, and had a great performance.
b)
The class learned all their lines rehearsed after school and had a great performance.
c)
The class learned all their lines rehearsed after school, and had a great performance.
d)
The class learned all their lines, rehearsed, after school, and had a great performance.
66.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
The quality of the material however was beyond question.
b)
The quality of the material, however was beyond question.
c)
The quality of the material, however, was beyond question.
d)
The quality of the material however, was beyond question.
67.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
Lacrosse, a sport played hundreds of years ago is still popular.
b)
Lacrosse a sport played hundreds of years ago is still popular.
c)
Lacrosse, a sport played hundreds of years ago, is still popular.
d)
Lacrosse a sport played hundreds of years ago, is still popular.
68.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
Jamie please clean your room.
b)
Jamie, please clean your room.
69.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
Absolutely a fifth of all the students live in town.
b)
Absolutely, a fifth of all the students live in town.
70.
Which sentence is correct?
a)
I didn't see him there did you?
b)
I didn't see him there, did you.
c)
I didn't see him there did you.
d)
I didn't see him there, did you?
71.

Why would an author MOST LIKELY use the phrase lit up her face to describe a character?

a)

to show her face is red with embarrassment

b)

to show her skin is glowing

c)

to show she is feeling happy

d)

to show she is feeling sweaty from heat

72.

What is the BEST meaning of the underlined phrase in the sentence?


I guess the cat is out of the bag now, she thought.

a)

a pet is missed

b)

a bag is emptied

c)

a cat is discovered

d)

a secret is uncovered

73.

Mr. Thorton was in his yard, frantically searching the bushes. When he spotted Angela and Buddy, he sighed with relief.


Based on the sentences, what is the meaning of the word frantically?

a)

full of energy

b)

in a state of confusion

c)

to make excited

d)

in a desperate way

74.

Which sentence shows the correct way to write the title of a book?

a)

During the summer I read a great novel, Because of Winn-Dixie.

b)

During the summer I read a great novel, BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE.

c)

During the summer I read a great novel, Because of Winn-Dixie.

d)

During the summer I read a great novel, "Because of Winn Dixie."

75.

If portare means "to carry" in Latin, then which of these words probably means something that can be easily carried about?

a)

transport

b)

portable

c)

portion

d)

portrait

76.

If prae means "in front of" or "before" in Latin, then which of these words probably means the introductory, or first part, of a constitution?

a)

preamble

b)

predator

c)

precious

d)

precede

77.

If tolerare means "to bear pain" in Latin, then which of these words probably means to put up with?

a)

tool

b)

total

c)

tolerate

d)

torture

78.

Which of these words probably comes from the Latin word albus meaning "white?"

a)

albino

b)

album

c)

algebra

d)

alchemy

79.

In the word abbreviate, brev means

a)

to lengthen.

b)

to shorten.

c)

to make a list.

d)

to learn how to spell.

80.

In the word autograph, graph means

a)

to read.

b)

to draw a picture.

c)

to write.

d)

to measure something.

81.
How do the following phrases help you when reading a text?
*Soon
*After a few months
*Finally, the day came
a)
They show a change in setting.
b)
They show the passing of time.
c)
They compare 2 things.
d)
They introduce a new topic.
82.
A nonfiction article has the headings:  Birth, Childhood, Teenage Life, Adulthood.
Which text structure is the nonfiction text organized in?
a)
Problem and Solution
b)
Compare and Contrast
c)
Sequence and Order
d)
Order of Importance
83.
If a story is written in first person, which words would you see?
a)
You and Your
b)
I, Me, My
c)
He, She
d)
Aidan and Nora
84.
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.
85.
"My flowers were begging for water on the hot summer day" is an example of:
a)
antonym
b)
metaphor
c)
personification
d)
 hyperbole
86.
What's the meaning of this simile?
"My mom can be as fiery as a volcano when I don't do my chores on time."
a)
Her hair is red.
b)
She talks really loudly.
c)
She gets really angry. 
d)
She spits when she talks. 
87.

Read the opinion essay on organized recess:

When we were in earlier grade levels here at Grover Elementary School, we were given free time to play on the playground each day. We enjoyed chatting with our friends, play on the equipment, and even participating in game of basketball and dodge ball every once in awhile. But, when we got to fifth grade, our playground freedom was taken away. Instead of free time, we are now forced to play organized games and sports. Every fifth-grader must play whichever sport or game the teachers choose. This ruins the whole point of recess. We are supposed to have time to relax and recharge. We need time to just enjoy the outdoors with our friends. Now that we no longer have free playground time, more students are getting into trouble for talking during class. That is leading to falling grades.

Choose the the sentence that is the BEST conclusion to the essay.

a)

It would be easier for teachers to give us free time than to organize and help us play games.

b)

The positive side of having organized games and sports is that students do get more exercise.

c)

Until teachers give back our playground freedom, they will continue to see poor student behavior and bad grades.

d)

There have even been a couple of students who have fallen asleep in class following organized games and sports.

88.

A student is writing a report about quilting for social studies. Read the paragraph and complete the task:

When it gets cold at night, you might reach for a quilt to keep you warm. Many quilts today are produced in factories, but some people enjoy sewing their own quilts. Some people like blankets better than quilts. Making a quilt can mean more than just making something to keep people warm; it can be a way of preserving memories. Today's quilt might be made from pieces of worn-out football jersey or a baby's first blanket. Similarly, quilts made in the past were made from scraps of cloth of pieces of old clothing.

Which sentence does NOT support the main idea?

a)

Some people like blankets better than quilts.

b)

Today's quilt might be made from pieces of worn-out football jersey or a baby's first blanket.

c)

Many quilts today are produced in factories, but some people enjoy sewing their own quilts.

d)

Similarly, quilts made in the past were made from scraps of cloth of pieces of old clothing.

89.

Describe the TEXT STRUCTURE of the following: While donuts and pies are both sweets that are round, they are very different from each other. Pies are prepared in the oven, while donuts are deep fried. One is typically for breakfast, while the other is a dessert. They both come in many flavors and are delicious!

a)

Cause and Effect

b)

Sequence

c)

Description

d)

Compare and Contrast

90.

Why would an author MOST LIKELY use the phrase lit up her face to describe a character?

a)

to show her face is red with embarrassment

b)

to show her skin is glowing

c)

to show she is feeling happy

d)

to show she is feeling sweaty from heat

91.

What is the BEST meaning of the underlined phrase in the sentence?


I guess the cat is out of the bag now, she thought.

a)

a pet is missed

b)

a bag is emptied

c)

a cat is discovered

d)

a secret is uncovered

92.

Mr. Thorton was in his yard, frantically searching the bushes. When he spotted Angela and Buddy, he sighed with relief.


Based on the sentences, what is the meaning of the word frantically?

a)

full of energy

b)

in a state of confusion

c)

to make excited

d)

in a desperate way

93.
The dryer made a loud buzz when the laundry was finished.
a)
simile
b)
metaphor
c)
onomatopoeia
d)
personification
94.
Trying to shop for gifts on Black Friday is like running with the bulls in Spain.
a)
simile
b)
metaphor
c)
onomatopoeia
d)
personification
95.

A student is writing a report about exercise. The student wrote the following opinion:


Regular exercise is a good way to stay healthy.


Choose the sentence that has information to support the opinion.

a)

Everyone needs to eat, sleep, and exercise.

b)

A diet filled with fresh fruits and vegetables is better than one filled with cookies.

c)

Studies show that jogging three times a week leads to a stronger heart.

d)

Like the other healthy habits above, it may take time to plan an exercise program.

e)

But once exercise becomes a habit, it is easy to do.

96.

Read the opinion essay on organized recess:

When we were in earlier grade levels here at Grover Elementary School, we were given free time to play on the playground each day. We enjoyed chatting with our friends, play on the equipment, and even participating in game of basketball and dodge ball every once in awhile. But, when we got to fifth grade, our playground freedom was taken away. Instead of free time, we are now forced to play organized games and sports. Every fifth-grader must play whichever sport or game the teachers choose. This ruins the whole point of recess. We are supposed to have time to relax and recharge. We need time to just enjoy the outdoors with our friends. Now that we no longer have free playground time, more students are getting into trouble for talking during class. That is leading to falling grades.

Choose the the sentence that is the BEST conclusion to the essay.

a)

It would be easier for teachers to give us free time than to organize and help us play games.

b)

The positive side of having organized games and sports is that students do get more exercise.

c)

Until teachers give back our playground freedom, they will continue to see poor student behavior and bad grades.

d)

There have even been a couple of students who have fallen asleep in class following organized games and sports.

97.

Read the following paragraph and answer the question:

My grandmother would cook supper for us every Saturday night. Even though it was always the same meal, my whole family agreed that it was the best food we had ever tasted. We would have good fried chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, juicy green peas, soft cornbread, and nice apple pie with vanilla ice cream.

Choose TWO pairs of more exact words that student could use in place of the underlined words.

a)

strong, sour

b)

neat, plain

c)

crispy, tasty

d)

much, better

e)

delicious, sweet

98.

Choose the sentence that is punctuated correctly.

a)

You will be happy to learn Ms. Smith, that you have won the contest.

b)

You will be happy to learn, Ms. Smith that you have won the contest.

c)

You, will be happy to learn Ms. Smith, that you have won the contest.

d)

You will be happy to learn, Ms. Smith, that you have won the contest.

99.

Which sentence does NOT use verb tense correctly?

a)

Mia asked her sister, "Have you seen my new book? I set it right here on the counter after school."

b)

"Mia, I have not seen your book, but I believe that you probably put it somewhere and forgot about it," her sister explained.

c)

Mia frowned and replied, "If I had put my book somewhere else, I would not have forget it!"

100.

A student is writing a report about quilting for social studies. Read the paragraph and complete the task:

When it gets cold at night, you might reach for a quilt to keep you warm. Many quilts today are produced in factories, but some people enjoy sewing their own quilts. Some people like blankets better than quilts. Making a quilt can mean more than just making something to keep people warm; it can be a way of preserving memories. Today's quilt might be made from pieces of worn-out football jersey or a baby's first blanket. Similarly, quilts made in the past were made from scraps of cloth of pieces of old clothing.

Which sentence does NOT support the main idea?

a)

Some people like blankets better than quilts.

b)

Today's quilt might be made from pieces of worn-out football jersey or a baby's first blanket.

c)

Many quilts today are produced in factories, but some people enjoy sewing their own quilts.

d)

Similarly, quilts made in the past were made from scraps of cloth of pieces of old clothing.

101.

A student is writing a report about quilting for social studies. Read the paragraph and complete the task:

Long ago, people would organize parties called "quilting bees." At a quilting bee, individuals would share stories while they sewed their pieces of fabric together. By working together, these quilters could create a quilt more quickly than if each quilter were working alone. Sometimes, they had to quit early because they ran out of candles. Swapping stories helped pass the time and provided some entertainment. Today, people still enjoy quilting with friends.

Which sentence does NOT support the main idea?

a)

At a quilting bee, individuals would share stories while they sewed their pieces of fabric together.

b)

By working together, these quilters could create a quilt more quickly than if each quilter were working alone.

c)

Sometimes, they had to quit early because they ran out of candles.

d)

Swapping stories helped pass the time and provided some entertainment.

102.

A student is writing a research report about mountains. Read the report and complete the task:

Mountains are areas of land that are taller than all of the land around them. Mountains can be found on every continent. Mountains come in different heights and shapes. Some are even so tall that trees cannot grow at the top of them. Some mountains are made of rocks and dirt and sand. Other mountains are made partly of lava from a volcano.

Choose 2 sources that would MOST LIKELY give the student more information on his ideas.

a)

A website that shows people how to prepare to hike in the mountains

b)

an article from a book that describes how scientists think mountains were made

c)

a book telling the story of a young woman's desire to climb the largest mountain in the world

d)

an online encyclopedia article describing different mountain ranges and types of mountains

e)

a poster showing a team of people climbing up the side of a steep mountain

103.

A student made the following plan for a research report:

Research Report Plan

Topic: seahorses

Audience: fifth-grade students

Purpose: to inform

Research Question: Why is the seahorse population decreasing?

The student found information for the research report. Which piece of information should the student use in her report?

a)

seahorses are small and able to hide easily

b)

adult seahorses do not move around much

c)

wild seahorses are captured and sold all around the world

d)

seahorses like to live among the seagrass in warm ocean waters

104.

A student is writing a report about exercise. The student wrote the following opinion:


Regular exercise is a good way to stay healthy.


Choose the sentence that has information to support the opinion.

a)

Everyone needs to eat, sleep, and exercise.

b)

A diet filled with fresh fruits and vegetables is better than one filled with cookies.

c)

Studies show that jogging three times a week leads to a stronger heart.

d)

Like the other healthy habits above, it may take time to plan an exercise program.

e)

But once exercise becomes a habit, it is easy to do.

105.

Choose the sentence that is punctuated correctly.

a)

Mrs. Bennett-Larson enjoys playing volleyball, eating at restaurants, and watching movies.

b)

Mrs. Bennett-Larson enjoys playing volleyball, eating at restaurants and watching movies.

c)

Mrs. Bennett-Larson, enjoys playing volleyball, eating at restaurants, and watching movies.

d)

Mrs. Bennett-Larson enjoys playing volleyball eating at restaurants, and watching movies.

106.

Choose the sentence that is punctuated correctly.

a)

"Angela, your mom wants you to come home."

b)

"Angela your mom wants you to come home."

c)

"Angela your mom, wants you to come home."

d)

"Angela your mom wants you to, come home."

107.

Choose the sentence that is punctuated correctly.

a)

Yes thank you.

b)

It's true, isn't it?

c)

Is that you Steve?

d)

You went to the store didn't you?

108.
Trees were bent over, and branches flew through the air. Beach chairs, garbage cans, and several small items were blown down the streets like confetti. A few roofs of small sheds were already missing. Window frames that weren't boarded up held shards of glass. Several stores had bags of sand blocking the doors.
What was causing this to happen?
a)
tornado
b)
blizzard
c)
hurricane
d)
drought
109.

1. Making an inference is the process of…

a)

Stating the opposite of what is happening in the text.

b)

Making a guess over what the text is about.

c)

Making an educated guess about a text based on clues and background knowledge.

d)

Looking at context clues in a text.

110.
Point of view is...
a)
What the story is about
b)
The author's favorite book
c)
Who is telling the story
d)
The main idea 
111.

What does the conjunction "but" do in the sentence?

It might sound too good to be true, but ice cream tasters get paid to do just that.

a)

introduces a new topic

b)

supports an opinion

c)

connects opposite ideas

d)

presents another explanation

112.

The hero, the good guy, the main character

a)

Resolution

b)

Protagonist

c)

Plot

d)

Antagonist

113.
Time travel is exhausting. It took me 200 million years to realize that. Well, actually it only took me a few seconds, but I first realized it about 200 million years ago. That was the first time that I traveled through time. "Try it!" said the mad scientist. "History needs you," he told me. I went with my gut.
What is the point of view?
a)
first person
b)
second person
c)
third person limited
d)
third person omniscient
114.

The villain or the bad guy, the person who challenges the main character

a)

Protagonist

b)

Conflict

c)

Antagonist

d)

Setting

115.

The main idea of a paragraph is the primary point or concept that the author wants to communicate to the readers about the topic.

a)

True

b)

False

116.

The problem/challenge of a story

a)

Setting

b)

Exposition

c)

Resolution

d)

Conflict

117.

Choose the correct punctuation

a)

apples, bananas, grapes

b)

apples, bananas, and grapes

c)

apples, bananas, and, grapes

d)

apples bananas, grapes

118.

Choose the correct word or phrase: "Yes___ I can go to your party."

a)

Yes- I can

b)

Yes: I can

c)

Yes, I can

d)

Yes; I can

119.
noting the differences between two or more things
a)
evaluate 
b)
compare 
c)
contrast
d)
analyze 
120.

The Latin root “struct” means

a)

Labor

b)

See

c)

Hear

d)

Build

121.

The prefix “sub” means

a)

Before

b)

With

c)

Below

d)

Opposite of

122.

The Greek root “bio” means

a)

life

b)

Light

c)

Heat

d)

Time

123.

To infer, a reader must

a)

look into a crystal ball

b)

use background knowledge + text clues to find the answer

c)

make your best guess

d)

use text clues only

124.

The mood created by the poet is called

a)

rhyme scheme

b)

tone

c)

rhythm

d)

sad

125.

The person telling the poem is called the

a)

narrator

b)

speaker

c)

chosen one

d)

author

126.

A judgment or decision reached by reasoning is called

a)

summarizing

b)

finding Nemo

c)

drawing a conclusion

d)

none of the above

127.

What is theme

a)

The message of the story

b)

The moral of the story

c)

The setting of the story

d)

The chacters of the story

128.

What is authors purpose

a)

The purpose of writing the story

b)

Not the purpose of writing the story

c)

The sun

d)

Mars

129.

Which sentence uses personification?

a)

The ox ran as fast as a cheetah.

b)

Rita heard the last piece of pie calling her name.

c)

He was like an animal.

d)

Peter picked a peck of pickled peppers.

130.

Which sentence uses alliteration?

a)

Becky likes her donuts as big as her face.

b)

Dan heard a loud BOOM! coming from the garage.

c)

Dan's dog dove deep in the dam, drinking dirty water as he dove.

d)

The ball tapped each step it passed down the staircase.

131.

Which sentence is a hyperbole?

a)

America is a melting pot.

b)

I'm all ears.

c)

Your skin is as soft as silk.

d)

The car complained when she turned the engine on.

132.

Which sentence is a metaphor?

a)

My alarm clock yelled at me to wake up.

b)

He was as big as a tree.

c)

Cross your fingers.

d)

Life is a rollercoaster.

133.

Which sentence uses a simile?

a)

They fought like cats and dogs.

b)

The dog barked at the squirrel.

c)

The classroom was a zoo.

d)

That shopping trip cost me a million dollars.

134.

IF THE CAUSE IS: I never brush my teeth

WHAT IS THE EFFECT?

a)

I have 5 cavities.

b)

My teeth are white.

135.

Which sentences uses an onomatopoeia?

a)

The car crashed into a tree as tall as a giant.

b)

Bees buzz from flower to flower collecting nectar.

c)

The water rushed down the stream.

d)

Larry's lizard likes lounging in the sun

136.
Groups of lines in a poem
a)
stanza
b)
theme
c)
lines
137.

“I admire the way you have worked so hard throughout your life.”

Based on this sentence, what does the word admire mean?

a)

Dislike

b)

Appreciate

c)

Hurtful

d)

Underdstand

138.
speaking or conversation
a)
conflict
b)
dialogue
c)
drama
139.
a play
a)
alliteration
b)
personification
c)
drama
140.
(1) Disney World was opened in 1960 in Florida. (2) It began with the Magic Kingdom and to add Epcot Center later. (3) The Hollywood Studios attraction was also added. Which is the best way to revise Sentence 2? 
a)
A. It began with the Magic Kingdom. And to add Epcot Center was later. 
b)
 B. It began with the Magic Kingdom, later to add Epcot Center.
c)
C. It began with the Magic Kingdom and added Epcot Center later. 
141.
What are some text features for non-fiction text? 
a)
subtitles
b)
table of contents
c)
images with captions
d)
all of them
142.

Which statement about Marie Curie is a fact?

a)

A. Marie Curie’s discovery of radium helped people develop x-ray machines.

b)

B. Marie Curie’s accomplishments in science are amazing.

c)

C. Marie Curie is admirable because of her dedication to science.

d)

D. Marie Curie was the best teacher at the Sorbonne.

143.

What part of the article is in the red box?

a)

Heading

b)

Byline

c)

Caption

d)

Image

144.

What part of the article is in the red box?

a)

Date

b)

Caption

c)

Related Articles

d)

Advertisement

145.

What part of the article is in the red box?

a)

URL

b)

Caption

c)

Section Title

d)

Image

146.

What part of the article is in the red box?

a)

Heading

b)

Byline

c)

Caption

d)

Image

147.
A persuasive text ____.
a)
Informs readers
b)
attempts to convince readers to agree with a particular viewpoint
c)
encourages readers to read more
d)
Both A and B
148.
A source that is original, from the time period & a first hand account
a)
Primary 
b)
Secondary 
149.
A Diary 
a)
Primary 
b)
Secondary
150.
Movie about WW2
a)
Primary 
b)
Secondary
151.

The U. S. flag is a ______________ for freedom.

a)

tone

b)

symbol

c)

suspense

d)

mood

152.

What is the climax of the story?

a)

The conclusion or the resolution of the conflict

b)

The main events in the story

c)

The introduction of the characters, setting and coflict

d)

A crisis or turning point of the confict

153.

What is setting in a story?

a)

The place the story takes place in

b)

The people who are in the story

c)

The main events in a story

d)

The place you read the story in

154.

What is the resolution in a story?

a)

The part of the story where characters, setting and conflict is introduced

b)

The crisis or turning point of the conflict

c)

The things you decide to do on New Years

d)

The conclusion of the story or the part of the story where conflict is resolved

155.
a few sentences that state the main points or events from the entire passage.  Something from beginning, middle, and end.  No minor details are given in a summary
a)
paraphrase 
b)
summary 
c)
infer 
d)
give credit 
156.
refers to a story that is made up
a)
Fiction 
b)
Informational 
c)
Drama
d)
Poem 
157.
tells a true story
a)
Drama
b)
Fiction 
c)
Nonfiction 
d)
Poetry 
158.
to restate what happens, using your own words
a)
give credit 
b)
summary 
c)
parphrase 
d)
infer 
159.
when a character tells the story (uses the words I and we to tell the story)
a)
First-person
b)
Third-person
c)
Third-person limited
d)
Third-person omniscient 
160.
narrator tells the story, not a character. (uses he, she, and they)
a)
First-person
b)
Third-person
c)
Third-person limited
d)
Third-person omniscient 
161.
tells the story of a person’s life and written by someone else
a)
Autobiography
b)
Biography 
c)
Informational 
d)
Nonfiction 
162.
when a person tells a story about their own life
a)
Autobiography
b)
Biography 
c)
Informational 
d)
Nonfiction 
163.
the order of events
a)
summary
b)
sequence
c)
chronological order
d)
cause and effect 
164.
the time order in which things happen
a)
summary
b)
sequence
c)
chronological order
d)
cause and effect 
165.
a statement that cannot be proven because it represents someone’s belief or how that person feels about something
a)
Fact 
b)
Opinion
c)
Logical
d)
Decision 
166.
a statement that can be proven true or false
a)
Fact 
b)
Opinion
c)
Logical
d)
Decision 
167.
this is used to give a special meaning to words and phrases (simile, metaphor, personification, alliteration, hyperbole, onomatopoeia). It goes beyond the literal meaning.
a)
Imagery 
b)
Figurative Language 
c)
Simile 
d)
Metaphor 
168.
form of writing, often in rhyme, that tells a story or describes something
a)
Poetry
b)
Drama
c)
Myth
d)
Fiction 
169.
when two or more lines end with the same sound.
a)
Haiku
b)
Rhyme 
c)
Free verse poem
d)
Rhythm 
170.
When the author describes something so well that you get a picture in your head. A poet might describe high, silvery clouds or and old weathered barn to give the readers a vivid picture of a scene.  Can you feel it, touch it, smell it, see it, and/or hear it?  Has to do with the 5 senses.
a)
Imagery 
b)
Figurative Language 
c)
Simile 
d)
Metaphor 
171.
phrases that do not have a predictable meaning (Ex: When pigs fly)
a)
Personification 
b)
Idioms
c)
Simile 
d)
Metaphor 
172.
comparison using like or as (Ex: Her eyes flashed like lightning)
a)
Personification 
b)
Idioms
c)
Simile 
d)
Metaphor 
173.
also a comparison but does not use like or as (Ex: Her eyes were lightning in the night)
a)
Personification 
b)
Idioms
c)
Simile 
d)
Metaphor 
174.
giving human traits to a nonhuman thing (Ex: The lilies danced in the wind)
a)
Personification 
b)
Idioms
c)
Simile 
d)
Metaphor 
175.
repeating sounds (Ex: Freezing in the frigid forest air)
a)
Alliteration 
b)
Idioms
c)
Hyberbole
d)
Onomatopoeia 
176.
extreme exaggeration (Ex: It felt like a million years)
a)
Alliteration 
b)
Idioms
c)
Hyberbole
d)
Onomatopoeia 
177.
words that are sounds (Ex: buzz, crack, pop, smack)
a)
Alliteration 
b)
Idioms
c)
Hyberbole
d)
Onomatopoeia 
178.
what the reader can learn from a story (lesson, moral)
a)
Plot
b)
Conflict
c)
Resolustion
d)
Theme 
179.
to say how two things are alike, similar, or show what they have in common
a)
Compare
b)
Contrast 
c)
Cause 
d)
Effect 
180.
to show how two things are different, differ, or are not the same
a)
Compare
b)
Contrast 
c)
Cause 
d)
Effect 
181.
the reason something happened
a)
Compare
b)
Contrast 
c)
Cause 
d)
Effect 
182.
the result of something happening
a)
Compare
b)
Contrast 
c)
Cause 
d)
Effect 
183.
these are facts or ideas that back up the overall main idea
a)
Main Idea
b)
Theme
c)
Genre 
d)
Details 
184.
the most important or central thought
a)
Main Idea
b)
Theme
c)
Genre 
d)
Details 
185.
words that have a similar meaning
a)
Synonym
b)
Antonym
c)
Defintion 
d)
Word
186.
words that mean the opposite
a)
Synonym
b)
Antonym
c)
Defintion 
d)
Word
187.

What does it mean to visualize when you read?

a)

to state the cause and effect

b)

to create a picture in your mind as you read

c)

to make predictions as you read

d)

to summarize what you read in your own words

188.

When there is a conversation between 2 or more people it is called

a)

plot

b)

summary

c)

evidence

d)

dialogue

189.

The reason an author writes something is called the...

a)

author's imaginaton

b)

author's background

c)

author's purpose

d)

author's predictions

190.

If you are stuck on a question what can you do?

a)

Raise your hand and ask for help

b)

Pick "C"

c)

Put your head down

d)

Look for answers to eliminate

191.

Which genre has stanzas?

a)

Poetry

b)

Biography

c)

Paired Passage

d)

Fiction

192.

What does the word indescribable mean in the poem below?


Bungee

There I stood on the tallest mountain

I was about to pour myself over it like a fountain

One final check of the cord and harness

Three, two, one

It was done

Soaring, flying, falling

Almost to the ground and a sudden stop before I hit

The feeling is indescribable

I think I may do it again

a)

Non enjoyable

b)

Able to be described

c)

not wise

d)

not describable

193.

Read the paragraph below and answer the question that follows.

Have you ever wondered why people say not to waste paper because you will help save trees? There are so many reasons you may not know that make it important for you to save trees. Did you know that trees reduce erosion? Erosion causes soil to wash away. Erosion could be a problem in many ways. If you like to go fishing or boating, you wouldn't be able to launch your boat if the boat ramp eroded away. Where would animals and insects live if there were no trees? I'm sure you've caught a grasshopper, seen a bird, or watched a squirrel in a tree. This would be impossible if we cut them all down. These are just a few of the many reasons to help save trees. What can you do to help?


What is the author's main purpose to help save trees. What can you do to help?

a)

The author wants to entertain the reader with an amusing story.

b)

The author wants the reader not to pick flowers because they help us and give bees home.

c)

The author is trying to persuade you to get a group of people together to help save trees.

d)

The author is trying to persuade the reader to save trees.

194.

Read the lines from a poem titled "Something New."


5 I said , "I'm scared to try, but I surely must. I'll regret it if I don't."

10 I said, "I'm terrified and trembling. I won't know unless I try."


The poet uses these lines mainly to show that the speaker -

a)

does not want anyone to help him.

b)

is excited about the new thing he is trying.

c)

knows he will be upset with himself if he doesn't try.

d)

is confused about which activity to try first.

195.

Read the paragraph below and answer the question that follows.


Halloween isn't only about candy. It's about tricks and pranks, too. If you pull a prank on someone, it will usually give only use pranks that are funny and not destructive or dangerous. If someone gets hurt, it's just not funny anymore.


What is the main theme of the paragraph?

a)

Don't be afraid to pull pranks.

b)

Halloween is mostly about candy, not joking.

c)

There are many kinds of pranks to use on people.

d)

Pranks can be fun, but be sure you are careful.

196.

Before choosing your "final answer" on any multiple choice test, how many answer choices should you look at?

a)

I can stop when I find one that could be right

b)

It depends on the question

c)

Only the longest answer - it's always right

d)

Always read all answer choices

197.

Alliteration means...

a)

the problem in the story.

b)

small text found near a picture that provides important information about the picture.

c)

the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.

d)

the turning point in the action of a story.

198.

Autobiography is

a)

the story of a person's life written by that person in first person point of view.

b)

the problem in the story.

c)

the literary word based on the imagination and not necessarily on fact.

d)

a story written to be performed by actors.

199.

Captions are...

a)

the reason why something happens.

b)

the outfits the actors wear during a play.

c)

small text found near a picture that provides important information about the picture.

d)

a drawing that shows or explains something.

200.

Context Clues are...

a)

the use of clues to suggest events that will happen later in the plot.

b)

Clues in surrounding text that help the reader determine the meaning of an unknown word.

c)

the part of the story which follows the climax or turning point.

d)

the reason the author has for writing.

201.

Drawing conclusions means...

a)

clues in surrounding text that help the reader determine the meaning.

b)

poetry that does not contain regular patterns of rhythm or rhyme.

c)

combining several pieces of information to make an inference using what the text says and what you know.

d)

the use of clues to suggest events that will happen later in the plot.

202.

First person point of view means...

a)

told from the viewpoint of one outside of the story.

b)

a conversation between characters set off by quotations.

c)

told from the viewpoint of one of the characters using the pronouns "I" and "We".

d)

contrast to tell how things are different or not alike.

203.
Joseph and Caitlin were choosing the players for their teams. It was Caitlin's turn to choose, and only Jason was left. Caitlin said, "Jason."

We can infer that…
a)
Jason was the best player.
b)
Caitlin wanted Jason on her team.
c)
Jason was not a very good player.
d)
Caitlin had a hard time choosing a team member.
204.
Many breeds of dogs are used for work. In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. The dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. They also keep sheep from wandering off. Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty and gentleness. Based on your reading of the text, you can INFER that:
a)
Sheepdogs are not very smart dogs.
b)
Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.
c)
There are many breeds of dogs.
d)
Wolves are afraid of sheepdogs.
205.
Rachel was on her way to volunteer at the animal shelter.  She was very excited!  She really liked dogs.  Her brother was allergic to dogs, however, so she was rarely around them.  Rachel had a lot of fun playing with the puppies.  But after her shift, itchy bumps appeared on her arms.
It is likely that:
a)
Mosquitoes bit Rachel
b)
Rachel is allergic to dogs, too
c)
Rachel fell in poison ivy
206.
Mike had fun hiking in the woods and doing crafts.  He also really enjoyed the campfire sing-a-long and had made a lot of new friends. Still, he was glad that tomorrow he would be going home.
Where is Mike?
a)
at camp
b)
at a slumber party
c)
on a picnic
d)
in California 
207.

My teammates have become more then just teammates to me. They are my friends.

a)

Change to me to too me

b)

Change then to than

c)

Change have become to has become

d)

Make no change

208.

I saw Bella & Rico near the door. Like good dogs, it licked my face when I walked in.

a)

Change walked to walks

b)

Change dogs to dog’s

c)

Change it to they

d)

Make no change

209.

Ive got a chance to meet a famous person named John Cena.

a)

Change Ive to I’ve

b)

Change meet to meat

c)

Change a to an

d)

Make no change

210.

“When can I go to recess,” I asked eagerly.

a)

Change the comma to a question mark

b)

Delete the quotation marks after the comma

c)

Change eagerly to eager

d)

Make no change

211.

Mr. Moore builded those wooden benches in the corner.

a)

Insert a comma after benches.

b)

Delete the period after Mr

c)

Change builded to built

d)

Make no change

212.

Although it took time, my teacher has taught me to write an expository essay correct.

a)

Remove the comma after time

b)

Change correct to correctly

c)

Change to taught to teached

d)

Make no change

213.

When I was a kid, I climmed up the tree in the backyard all the time.

a)

Change climmed to climbed

b)

Change was to were

c)

Change backyard to backyards

d)

Delete the comma after kid

214.

If your going to recess today, make sure to wear a jacket.

a)

Change your to you’re

b)

Change to to too

c)

Change wear to where

d)

Make no change

215.

If you don’t finish your homework you will attend study hall.

a)

Change your to you’re

b)

Insert a comma after homework

c)

Change you to I

d)

Make no change

216.

When I was a kid I climbed up the tree in the backyard all the time.

a)

Change backyard to back yard

b)

Change backyard to backyards

c)

Change was to were

d)

Insert a comma after kid

217.

Although I like tacos pizza is my favorite.

a)

Change Although to All though

b)

Insert a comma after tacos

c)

Change is to are

d)

Make no change

218.

What is the past tense of the verb write?

a)

Wroten

b)

Wrote

c)

Write

d)

Writing

219.

The following are all verbs except...

a)

Run

b)

Sleep

c)

Beautiful

d)

Strike

220.

A verb is another word for adjective

a)

True

b)

False

221.

Which of the following is an adjective?

a)

Fast

b)

Quickly

c)

Runner

d)

Run

222.

A noun is a person, place, thing or idea. Is this correct?

a)

No

b)

Yes

223.

What is a key difference between a proper noun and a common noun?

a)

A common noun starts with a capital letter, a proper noun doesn't.

b)

There are no differences between the two

c)

A proper noun starts with a capital letter, a common noun doesn't.

d)

Proper nouns are taken from Latin, common nouns come from the Greek language

224.

An abstract noun denotes an idea, quality, or state rather than a concrete object. The following are abstract nouns except...

a)

evil

b)

patience

c)

hope

d)

witch

225.

A collective noun is a noun that denotes a group of people. Are family, band, assembly, crew and crowd all collective nouns?

a)

Yes

b)

No

226.

The following are all common nouns except....

a)

Travis

b)

park

c)

car

d)

horse

227.

Which of these adjectives is the best fit for the BLANK in this sentence:

What an [ ] situation! Are they always having a fight about every little thing?

a)

amazing

b)

annoying

c)

excellent

d)

boring

228.

The word "infer" means to take a guess (or make a prediction) about something using knowledge we already know. Infer is a...

a)

noun

b)

verb

c)

preposition

d)

small and cuddly tarantula

229.

What type of adjective are the words happier, simpler and busier?

a)

Regular adjectives

b)

Superlative adjectives

c)

Comparative adjectives

230.

What type of adjectives are biggest, lowest, quietest and strictest?

a)

Comparative adjectives

b)

Regular adjectives

c)

Superlative adjectives

231.

Wow! Lisa is looking gorgeous.

Hurray! Our team has won the match.

Hey! Are you serious?

Alas! John's father died yesterday.

Yippee! We are going on vacation.

Hi! Where have you been?

Oh! The place is so crowded.

What! You have broken the glass of the window.

The words above that are immediately followed by an exclamation mark are what?

a)

interjections (words that express feelings)

b)

idioms

c)

iphones

d)

prepositions

232.

Propositions are words that usually refer to the position of a noun (on, above, below, under, after, near, beneath, before, etc.).

a)

True

b)

False

233.

Conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases or clauses. FANBOYS words are conjunctions that connect two independent clauses. SWABI words connect a dependent clause with an independent clause. Which of the following isn't a SWABI word?

a)

When

b)

So

c)

Since

d)

Because

234.

Pronouns are words than can be used in place of a noun. Which of the following isn't a pronoun?

a)

He

b)

We

c)

People

d)

They

235.

Adverbs are words that modify (this means change) a verb, adjective or another adverb. The below words are all adverbs except...

a)

Quickly and softly

b)

Beautifully and frequently

c)

Really and very

d)

Blue and gloomy

236.

A noun is...

a)

An action word

b)

A word that describes an action

c)

A person, place or thing

d)

A word that joins 2 sentences together

237.

A verb is...

a)

an action word.

b)

a word that describes a thing.

c)

a person, place or thing.

d)

a word that tells the position of something.

238.

An adjective...

a)

describes how an action is done.

b)

is a person, place or thing.

c)

is an action word.

d)

is a word that describes a person, place or thing. (Could be how it looks, tastes, smells, feels or sounds)

239.

An adverb is...

a)

an exclamation.

b)

a word that says how an action is done.

c)

a person, place or thing.

d)

a word that joins 2 sentences.

240.

Which word below is an adjective

a)

blue

b)

quickly

c)

on

d)

go

241.

Which word is a noun?

a)

run

b)

fast

c)

table

d)

yellow

242.

Which word is a verb?

a)

cold

b)

orange

c)

under

d)

think

243.

Which word is an adverb

a)

honestly

b)

pink

c)

hard

d)

ugly

244.

A preposition is...

a)

a describing word.

b)

a word that joins to sentences or phrases.

c)

a word that shows position.

d)

a person, place or thing.

245.

A conjunction is...

a)

an action word.

b)

a word that joins two sentences or phrases.

c)

a word that describes a noun.

d)

a word that shows position.

246.

An interjection is...

a)

a word that joins two sentences or phrases

b)

a person, place or thing.

c)

a word that describes a noun.

d)

An exclamation (a call out)

247.

Which word is an interjection?

a)

purple

b)

amazingly

c)

thankful

d)

Hooray!

248.

Which word is a conjunction?

a)

hello

b)

surprise

c)

yet

d)

red

249.

Which word is a preposition?

a)

under

b)

above

c)

beside

d)

All of the above

250.

What does FANBOYS stand for?

a)

For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

b)

Free And New But Over Yesterday So

c)

Fly And Nest But Only Your Self

d)

First Apple New Big Orange Yesterday Sunday

251.

Which of the sentences is a complex sentence?

a)

If you are an Eagles fan, you must know who Nick Foles is.

b)

Doug Pederson is the coach of the Eagles, but Andy Reid coached the team for longer.

c)

The Philadelphia Eagles are an NFL team.

d)

The Eagles won the Super Bowl a few years ago, so tickets went up in price.

252.

Which part of this sentence is the complete predicate?

The Philadelphia 76ers play at the Wells Fargo Center.

a)

76ers

b)

The Philadelphia 76ers

c)

play

d)

play at the Wells Fargo Center

253.

Which of the following is a command?

a)

The Phillies are my favorite baseball team.

b)

Buy us tickets to the Phillies game.

c)

Bryce Harper just hit a grand slam!

d)

The ball went over the fence!

254.

Which is the best way to fix the run-on?

Sarah plays sports year round Jake only plays in the winter.

a)

Sarah plays sports year round and Jake only plays in the winter

b)

Sarah plays sports year round but Jake only plays in the winter

c)

While Sarah plays sports year round, Jake only plays in the winter.

d)

Sarah plays sports year round, while Jake only plays in the winter.

255.

Which is the best way to correct the fragment?


The best player on the team

a)

Add a subject

b)

Add a predicate

c)

Add an independent clause

d)

Add a dependent clause

256.

Which of the following has a compound subject?

a)

The Villanova Wildcats are an excellent basketball team.

b)

The Georgetown Hoyas and Villanova Wildcats will rival each other this season.

c)

Jay Wright is the coach of the team.

d)

The players earned the title of NCAA champions in 2016 and 2018.

257.

Which sentence does NOT contain a dependent clause?

a)

The Philadelphia Flyers play in the Eastern Conference of the National Hockey League while the Chicago Blackhawks play in the Western Conference.

b)

Although I don't like watching hockey on television, the games are very exciting in person.

c)

Claude Giroux shoots right, but Sean Couturier shoots left.

d)

When a team wins the elimination tournament in playoffs, they are awarded The Stanley Cup.

258.

What type of sentence is this?


I can't wait to see the Philadelphia Union play the D.C. United!

a)

statement

b)

command

c)

exclamation

d)

question

259.

Which of the following is a compound sentence?

a)

Even though my favorite tennis player is Serena Williams, I still think Venus is a great athlete.

b)

Do you think Lebron James or Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time?

c)

The Masters Tournament is held every year in Augusta while the US Open changes locations.

d)

Megan Rapinoe is a forward, and Julie Ertz is a midfielder.

260.
a)

underneath

b)

enormus

c)

piece

d)

furniture

261.

a)

Lancaster is a great place to pick cherries, which is in south central Pennsylvania, in June.

b)

Lancaster is a great place, which is in south central Pennsylvania, to pick cherries in June.

c)

Lancaster, which is in south central Pennsylvania, is a great place to pick cherries in June.

d)

Lancaster is a great place to pick cherries in June, which is in south central Pennsylvania.

262.

Which sentence uses the underlined word correctly?

a)

The forecast is for rain the entire weak.

b)

Dina gave her brother a dollar for bus fair.

c)

That site will be perfect for a vegetable garden.

d)

Adam decided to peal the apple before he ate it.

263.

a)

Remove the comma after grow in sentence 1.

b)

Add a comma after Mesopotamia in sentence 2.

c)

Add a comma after This in sentence 3.

d)

Remove the comma after everyone in sentence 4.

264.

a)

Add a comma after Hey in sentence 1.

b)

Add a comma after Don’t in sentence 2.

c)

Remove the comma after mean in sentence 3

d)

Remove the comma after amazing in sentence 4.

265.

a)

sentence 2

b)

sentence 3

c)

sentence 4

d)

sentence 5

266.

Which sentence contain a verb error?

a)

We did our chores before we played the game.

b)

Before I go to the park, I have to clean the kitchen and the living room.

c)

We packed the food before we went on our picnic.

d)

Before the girls went to the meeting, they make copies of a list of jobs.

267.
a)

a gifted singer

b)

a nice individual

c)

a famous person

d)

a talented person

268.

a)

Change uses to use in sentence 1.

b)

Change believe to believes in sentence 2.

c)

Change its to their in sentence 2.

d)

Change themselves to itself in sentence 3.

269.

a)

carefuly

b)

jewelry

c)

area

d)

restaurant

270.

a)

all of them preparing and packing their supplies

b)

which will be a good learning experience for all

c)

they will have to raise money by selling plants

d)

where they will learn about plants and animals

271.

a)

The giant squid is about 60 feet long, it is the largest type of squid, yet it is the largest animal without a backbone.

b)

Because the giant squid is 60 feet long, it is the largest type of squid but the largest animal without a backbone.

c)

At 60 feet long, the giant squid is both the largest squid and the largest animal without a backbone.

d)

Since the giant squid is 60 feet long, it is the largest type of squid because it is the largest animal without a backbone.

272.
What is the subject of a sentence?
a)
the verb
b)
the action in the sentence
c)
tells who are what the sentence is about
273.
What is the predicate of a sentence
a)
Who the sentence is about?
b)
tells what the subject is or does
274.
Identify the simple subjects and simple predicates in the following sentence:
Some snakes give off a terrible smell.
a)
snakes; give
b)
snakes; terrible
c)
smell; give off
d)
Some; give
275.
Identify the simple subjects and simple predicates in the following sentence:
Reptiles eat and digest big meals.
a)
Reptiles; meals
b)
Reptiles; eat
c)
Reptiles; eat and digest
d)
eat; digest
276.
Choose if the following sentence is a complete sentence or a fragment:
We bought tickets for the concert.
a)
sentence
b)
fragment
277.
Choose if the following sentence is a complete sentence or a fragment:
Flew to Florida.
a)
sentence
b)
fragment
278.
How many words in the following sentence should be capitalized?
That same night, my mother told my father, "i'm taking phillip back to norfolk."
a)
2
b)
4
c)
3
d)
1
279.
Identify the capitalization error in the following information:
Canfield Middle School 
1800 E. Dalton ave.
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
a)
E.
b)
Dalton
c)
ave.
d)
at
280.
True or False: It is necessary to capitalize titles of books, magazines, poems, songs, etc.
a)
False; it is never necessary.
b)
True; it is sometimes necessary.
c)
False; it is sometimes necessary.
d)
True; it is always necessary
281.
YMCA, Mrs., Dr., BTW, CMS, and U.S.A need to be capitalized because ...
a)
They are proper nouns.
b)
They are abbreviations or initials.
c)
They are proper adjectives.
d)
They are the title before a name.
282.
We decided to climb the tall tree.
a)
declarative
b)
interrogative
c)
exclamatory
d)
imperative
283.
What is wrong with Ms. Stewart?
a)
declarative
b)
interrogative
c)
imperative 
d)
exclamatory
284.
Are you sure that you want to spend your money on a remote control car?
a)
declarative
b)
imperative
c)
interrogative
d)
exclamatory
285.
That is so exciting!
a)
declarative
b)
interrogative
c)
imperative
d)
exclamatory
286.
This is ridiculous!
a)
declarative
b)
imperative
c)
interrogative
d)
exclamatory
287.
What time should we get there?
a)
declarative
b)
interrogative
c)
imperative
d)
exclamatory
288.

Many people think dolphins and porpoises are fish this is simply not true.

a)

Sentence

b)

Fragment

c)

Run on

289.
A ___________________________ is a word that joins two words or two groups of words together.
a)
conjunction
b)
helping/linking verb
c)
interjection
d)
contraction
290.
Which sentence shows an example of a coordinating conjunction?
a)
Mrs. Nelson eats apples and carrots every day.
b)
Either you leave, or I will.
c)
After the mall, I took a nap.
291.
Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense. 
The weather today will be cool, ____ it will be rainy.
a)
or
b)
but
c)
and
d)
so
292.
Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.
Andy plays the violin well, _____ the trumpet is his favorite instrument.
a)
so
b)
but
c)
yet
d)
for
293.
Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.
You may have soup, ____ you may have salad.
a)
or
b)
and
c)
nor
d)
yet
294.
Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction that make sense.
Eric got an A on the spelling test, _____ he had studied hard.
a)
or
b)
yet
c)
for
d)
but
295.
What does the acronym "FANBOYS" stand for?
a)
For, And, Nor, But, Yet, Since
b)
For, And, Nor, Because, Or, Yet, So
c)
Finally, After, Neither, Once, Yet, Since
d)
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So