Worksheets8th ELA 1st 9 Weeks Exam Study Guide
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 34mins
1. PART A: Which of the following best identifies a central theme of this myth? (RL8.2)
Abuse of power
The necessity of curiosity
Violence and war
Beauty and art
2 .PART B: Which TWO phrases from the text best support the answer to Part A? (RL8.1)
"Prometheus did not care to live amid the clouds on the mountain top. He was too busy for that." (Paragraph 3)
"It is best for them to be poor and ignorant, that so we Mighty Ones may thrive and be happy." (Paragraph 8)
"Let them keep their fire. I will make them ten times more miserable than they were before they had it." (Paragraph 20)
"Then they called her Pandora, which means the all-gifted, because she had received gifts from them all." (Paragraph 24)
3. Read the sentence from paragraph 5. What is the meaning of the word wretched as it is used in the context of the sentence? (RL 8.4)
indifferent
happy
lonely
miserable
4. Which option states a central idea of the text? (RL 8.2)
Persephone is the beautiful daughter of Demeter, the goddess of the Harvest.
Fall and winter are cold and barren because Persephone returns to the Underworld.
Zeus is the king of the Gods and his brother Hades is the king of the Underworld.
Hades gives Persephone a pomegranate and Persephone feels sorry for Hades.
5. Read the details from the story.
When Persephone was reunited with her mother there was much joy and celebration, but it was tinged with sadness at the news of the pomegranate seeds. Demeter went to plead with Zeus."Don't send my daughter away forever," she cried.
How does this detail support a central idea of the text? (RL 8.1)
It shows how Hades feels about Persephone.
It explains Zeus' plan to help Demeter and Persephone.
It describes the main lesson that Persephone learns.
It highlights a dilemma that the characters face.
6. Read the phrase from paragraph 7.
“Plants withered, crops failed and the Earth became barren.”
Which word could replace barren as it is used in the phrase? (RL 8.4)
infertile
grown
thriving
round
7. Which paragraph from the text does the picture help the reader better understand? (RL 8.7)
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 7
8. How do both paragraph 8 of Prometheus and paragraph 7 of Persephone contribute to the understanding of the rise in conflict in the stories? (RL8.5)
The paragraphs reveal that the antagonists of the story will fail in the end.
The paragraphs suggest that the lessons learned in the stories will be unfair.
The paragraphs emphasize the depth the antagonist will go to get what they want.
The paragraphs highlight the relationship between the narrator and the characters.
9. In both Prometheus and Persephone the resolution does not favor either side. How does this structural choice contribute to an understanding of the characters? (RL 8.5)
Persephone eats the fruit which requires her to share her time between Demeter and Hades. While in the story of Prometheus, Pandora does unleash evil into the world, she was able to stop Foreboding, which would have been far worse.
Persephone is responsible for returning to Hades whenever he wants. Pandora was not able to stop all the evil creatures from coming out into the world, but she did stop Foreboding.
Prometheus was given a beautiful wife, although she ultimately destroyed the world.Hades allowed his wife to leave him in the underworld, in order to make her happy again.
Pandora was able to stop evil from taking over the world. Hades tricked Persephone into staying with him in order to save Demeter.
10. Read the second paragraph of the introduction [paragraphs 1-3]. What purpose does the paragraph serve in developing the article's main idea? (RI 8.5)
It introduces a story that is explained in detail later in the article.
It introduces a belief the ancient Greeks had about common weather
events.
It introduces a god that plays a role in many myths discussed in the article.
It introduces the idea that all of the myths included gods that were angry.
11. The central idea of the article is developed by: (RI 8.2)
highlighting the importance of the original author of many Greek myths.
explaining the roles and behaviors of gods and heroes in ancient Greek myths.
highlighting the relationships that existed between the Greek and Roman gods.
explaining how the Romans came to worship the Greek gods and heroes.
12. Which quotation supports the idea that the Romans borrowed ideas from Greek myths? (RI 8.1)
“At that time the Greeks already had many city-states, but the Romans were still building their civilization. The Greeks and Romans were neighbors and the Greeks had colonies in Italy.” (paragraph 14)
“The ancient Greeks were polytheistic, which meant they worshiped many gods. These gods and goddesses lived at the top of Mount Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece.” (paragraph 1)
“The origins of Greek Mythology are thousands of years old. By around 900 B.C. the different gods had been put into a real religion.” (paragraph 14)
“For example, the Romans had Venus, the goddess of fertility and birth, while the Greeks had Aphrodite, the goddess of love. So, Venus also became the goddess of love.” (paragraph 15)
13.Part A: Which option states a central idea of the text? (RL 8.2)
When faced with challenges, perseverance is the key.
Seeking revenge always comes with consequences.
Greed can keep people from making morally sound decisions.
Establishing one’s identity can come from difficult situations.
14. Part B: Which of the following quotes from the passage best supports the answer to Part A? (RL 8.1)
“Romulus killed Remus during the fight and he was now to be the founder of his own city. With Remus dead, Romulus returned to where he started to build his wall on Palatine Hill and continued to build his city.”
“The city grew and prospered into one of the most powerful cities in the world, and would be for another 1,000 years.”
“Amulius was worried that Rhea would have a son who would eventually overthrow him.”
“He looked down at the babies sitting together in the basket, their tiny arms wrapped around one another and he thought about his own young sons.”
15. Read the sentence from paragraph 7.
Romulus watched as they took his beloved brother away. He was shaking uncontrollably, his cheeks burned bright red and he gritted his fierce teeth. He resolutely gathered a group of shepherds and set out to rescue Remus.
What is the meaning of resolutely as it is used in the context of the sentence?
RL 8.4
passionately
reluctantly
decisively
viciously
16. What is the central idea of the passage? (RI 8.2)
Ragnarök was the ancient myth in which a battle between the gods resulted in a rebirth of the world.
Ragnarök, which in Old Norse means "The Fate of the Gods," is
a mythic tale of the end of the world.
The Ragnarök story has often been discussed in relation to the Vikings, who were Norsemen that chose to leave Scandinavia and go conquering and exploring.
Ragnarök provided a reason for leaving the old world behind.
17. Select the paragraph from the section "The Tale" that BEST describes what life was like at the beginning of Ragnarök. (RI 8.1)
The birds awaken Odin's heroes, along with the
inhabitants of the world of the giants and Helheim, the Norse underworld.
The great hellhound Garm bays outside of the cavern at the mouth of Helheim.
For three years, the world is filled with strife and
wickedness, as brother battles brother and sons attack their fathers.
Then Fimbul Winter — the Great Winter — comes, and for three years there is no summer, spring or fall.
18. Read the introduction [paragraph 1]. How does the introduction contribute to the main idea? (RI 8.5)
The introduction briefly outlines the history of Norse society so that readers all have a common understanding of the time addressed in the article.
The introduction clarifies terminology that is integral to readers' understanding of who the Vikings were.
The introduction presents scientific facts that help readers differentiate between parts of Ragnarök that were truthful and parts that were made up.
The introduction provides important background information that helps readers understand the people and culture discussed in the article.
19. Which section of the text does the picture help the reader understand? (RI 8.7)
The Tale
Fimbul: Winter's Fury
The God's Battle
Regeneration
20. What is the MOST LIKELY reason why the author included the information about Vikings plundering monasteries? RI 8.1
to portray the Vikings as greedy for treasure
to emphasize the damage done to Europe by Viking attacks
to hint that the Vikings would later convert to Christianity
to highlight a difference between the Vikings and other attackers
21. Part A: Which of the following statements is a central idea of the passage? RI 8.2
The Norsemen were a group of strong Scandinavian people that were extremely skilled in building boats and sailing.
The Vikings were an uncivilized group of northmen that did not believe in religion.
The Norsemen were explorers from Scandinavia who welcomed all different types of people into their communities.
The Vikings were people from the regions of Scandinavia who believed in building their fortunes by use of force.
22. Part B: Which of the following quotes from the passage best supports the answer to Part A? RI 8.1
“They were not viewed as “civilized” by those they traded with or raided.”
“These seafaring warriors began by raiding coastal sites of the British Isles but soon grew more ambitious.”
“...to the people they raided, the Vikings shared several common features. They were great sailors…”
“For several decades, Viking ships staged hit-and-run raids against similar coastal targets.”
23. As it relates to structure, how is the text organized? RI 8.5
Cause and effect
Description
Order of importance
Chronological Order
24. How does stanza one of the poem and paragraph 3 of the myth contribute to the reader’s understanding of the character Loki? RL 8.5
The poem explains why Loki fears being alone, while the myth
describes a situation in which Loki worships Thor.
Both sections develop the reader’s understanding of the conflict that faces Loki.
The poem develops the idea that Loki admires his brother, while the myth develops the idea that Loki hates his brother.
The sections develop the protagonist’s desire to be a better person.
25. In both the poem and passage the protagonist identifies the ways he can get help solving his problem. What does the reader learn about the protagonist from his response to getting help with his conflict? RL 8.5
The protagonist embraces his fate by acknowledging his role as a trickster in the poem, and he recognizes himself as a villain in the myth.
The protagonist acknowledges his guilt in the poem; however, in the myth, he celebrates his antics.
In the poem the protagonist accepts his role as the trickster brushing off anyone’s attempt to help him, while in the myth the protagonist can not help but to create even more of a conflict while attempting to recieve help.
In the myth, the protagonist is viewed as a good-natured character, while in the poem, he is considered to be an evil being.
26. Part A: Which represents a theme of the novel through Part 1? (8.2)
Loyalty
Importance of Family
Compassion
Revenge
27. Part B: Which quotation from the passage supports the answer to Part A? 8.1
“District Twelve. Where you can starve to death in safety,”
“I step away from the window, sickened by their excitement, knowing they can’t wait to watch us die.”
“Not even the ones holding betting slips, the ones who are usually beyond caring. Possibly because they know me from the Hob, or knew my father, or have encountered Prim, who no one could help loving. So instead of acknowledging applause, I stand there unmoving while they take part in the boldest form of dissent they can manage. Silence.
“When they televise the replay of the reaping tonight, everyone will make note of my tears, and I’ll be marked as an easy target.”
28. Which of the following quotations from the passage would be included in a summary of the text? (8.2)
“Happy Hunger Games, may the odds be ever in your favor.”
“‘I volunteer!” I gasp. “I volunteer as tribute!’”
“‘Katniss, the girl who was on fire.’”
“‘Peeta has asked to be coached separately.’”
29. Based on the dialogue and incidents throughout the passage so far, what inference can be made about Katniss? (8.3)
The love that Katniss has for her family is what really drives her to win the games.
Katniss believes that she is capable of winning the games, but will not really try to win them.
Katniss is going to do everything she can to help Peeta win.
The hatred Katniss has for the other tributes drives her to kill even though she knows it is wrong to kill.
30. Read the following excerpt from the novel:
“Peeta Mellark, on the other hand, has obviously been crying and interestingly enough does not seem to be trying to cover it up. I immediately wonder if this will be his strategy in the Games. To appear weak and frightened, to reassure the other tributes that he is no competition at all, and then come out fighting.”
What do these sentences reveal about Peeta? (8.3)
Peeta wants the other tributes to fear him.
Peeta is more concerned with his sense of right and wrong, than with his own survival.
Peeta shows his weakness to make the other tributes feel sorry for him.
Peeta is faking the crying to manipulate the other tributes.
31. Read the following excerpt from the novel:
“Only when she mounts the stage and they ask for volunteers, all you can hear is the wind whistling through the decrepit buildings around her..”
What is the meaning of the word decrepit as it is used in the context of the passage? (8.4)
historic, extremely important
rising in stature, very tall
empty without movement
worn and broken down
32. How does the author create suspense at the close of Part 1 of the novel? (8.6)
The author explains how all the tributes feel as the games begin.
The scene develops as it shows Katniss’s true feelings about Peeta.
The scene develops as it shows Peeta’s true feelings about Katniss.
The author creates deep emotions as Katniss sees her family killed.
33. Which aspect of the novel can be seen in the following picture? (8.7)
The photo portrays the difference in status and income between District 12 and the Capitol.
The picture shows Katniss’ fear of being chosen to compete in the games.
The image explains why the capital holds the games every year.
The picture establishes Katniss’ bravery in volunteering for Prim.
34. Part A: Which of the following characters fits the traditional role of the mentor? (8.9)
Gale
Peeta
Haymitch
Cinna
35. Part B: Which detail from the passage supports the answer to Part A? (8.1)
“‘I’m sure they didn’t notice anything but you. You should wear flames more often,” Peeta says, “they suit you.’”
“‘Just clear out, put as much distance as you can between yourselves and the others, and find a source of water...Stay alive.’ says Haymitch”.
“‘Then make one,” says Gale. “Even a weak bow is better than no bow at all.’”
“‘When you’re asked a question, find me, and answer it as honestly as possible,’ says Cinna.”
36. PART A: What represents the shift in theme in the second part of the book? 8.2
The theme moves from Cultural Belonging to Abuse of Power.
The theme shifts from Importance of Family to Fighting for Freedom.
The theme changes from Losing Hope to Redemption.
The theme shifts from Empowerment to Everlasting Love.
37. PART B: Which quotation from the passage supports the answer in PART
A? 8.1
“In fact, I wonder if the Gamemakers are blocking out our conversation, because even though the information seems harmless, they don’t want people in different districts to know about one another.”
“Now I am determined to avenge her, to make her loss unforgettable, and I can only do that by winning and thereby making myself unforgettable.”
“Peeta, who’s been wounded, is now my ally. Whatever doubts I’ve had about him dissipate because if either of us took the other’s life now we’d be pariahs when we returned to District 12.”
“He’s dozed off again, but I kiss him awake, which seems to startle him. Then he smiles as if he’d be happy to lie there gazing at me forever.”
38. Which quotation from chapter 11 explains why Katniss hesitates when the gong rings? 8.3
“I know the minute must be almost up and will have to decide what my strategy will be and I find myself positioning my feet to run…”
“...I notice Peeta, he’s about five tributes to my right, quite a fair distance, still I can tell he’s looking at me…”
“My feet shuffle for a moment, confused at the direction my brain wants to take and I lunge forward…”
“I can sprint faster than any of the girls in our school although a couple can beat me in distance races.”
39. Read the phrase from chapter 13.
“What’s funny was, Prim, who’s scared of her own shadow, stayed and helped.”
How does the author’s use of figurative language impact the meaning of the
passage? 8.4
It shows how Katniss is not at all like her sister.
It emphasizes the way that Katniss is braver than her sister in every way.
It describes the hatred Katniss has for blood and gore.
It explains that Prim has strength in some things even if she is not always brave.
40. How does the author create suspense at the end of Chapter 12? RL 8.6 “It would be hard to miss the wall of fire descending on me.”
By presenting what seems to be an inescapable situation
By illustrating Katniss’ confusion about the stampede
By conveying a false sense of security when no tributes died that day
By explaining the process of Katniss resting in the tree for the night
41. Which statement accurately compares the structures of Part One and the rest of the novel? (RL 8.5)
The first part of the novel uses elaborate settings to explain where Katniss is from, while the second part does not describe the setting often.
Both use first-person narration to illustrate Katniss' disdain for poverty.
Both use flashbacks to explain Katniss’ background and why she desires to bring down the Capitol.
The first part of the novel uses dialogue to exaggerate the relationship between Katniss and Gale, while the second part does this with Katniss and Peeta.
42. In the information provided, what contributes to significant character development? (8.3)
“Gale’s voice is in my head. His ravings against the Capitol, no longer pointless, no longer to be ignored. Rue’s death has forced me to confront my own fury against the cruelty, the injustice they inflict upon us. But here, even more strongly than at home, I feel my impotence. There’s no way to take revenge on the Capitol. Is there?
Then I remember Peeta’s words on the roof. ‘Only I keep wishing I could think of a way to...to show the Capitol they don’t own me. That I’m more than just a piece in their Games.’ And for the first time, I understand what he means.” (Ch. 18)
Peeta decides that he wants to become more to the Capitol by changing districts once he wins the games.
Gale’s hatred for the Capitol is over exaggerated, making Katniss feel that nothing can be done to hold the Capitol
responsible.
Katniss decides that she no longer is fighting only for survival, but she is fighting the entire system of the Capitol.
After remembering Peeta’s feelings toward the Capitol, Katniss feels completely hopeless and decides she can no longer win the hunger games.
43. PART A: Read the following excerpt from the passage.
“So, who is there left to be afraid of? Foxface? The boy tribute from her district is dead. She’s operating alone, at night. And her strategy has been to evade, not attack. I don’t really think that, even if she heard my voice, she’d do anything but hope someone else would kill me.
What is the meaning of the word evadeas it is used in the context
confront
escape
face
warn
44. PART B: Which quote from the passage best supports the answer to PART A? RL 8.1
“She’s operating alone.”
“I don’t really think that...she’d do anything but hope someone else would kill me.”
“The boy tribute from her district is dead.”
“Not attack”
45. Which of the following character types describes Cato? RL 8.9
Protagonist
Wise Helper
Antagonist
Love interest
