WorksheetsENGLISH 10- 2ND MONTHLY TEST ( Q1 )
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 17mins
What type of context clue is underlined in the following sentence?
Celestial bodies, such as the sun, moon, and stars are part of our solar system.
definition
example
antonym
inference
What do you call a word that has the opposite meaning of another word?
a homonym
a synonym
an antonym
an explanation
What type of context clue is underlined in the following sentence?
His emaciation, that is, his skeleton-like appearance, was frightening to see.
definition
example
antonym
inference
A context clue that explains the word's meaning is a ___________ context clue.
Inference
Example
Synonym
Defintion
What type of context clue is underlined in the following sentence?
When the light brightens, the pupils of the eyes contract; however, when it grows darker, they dilate.
definition
inference
antonym
synonym
What do you call a word that has similar meaning?
example
antonym
homonym
synonym
What type of context clue is underlined in the following sentence?
The mountain pass was a tortuous road, winding and twisting like a snake around the trees of the mountainside.
inference
definition
synonym
antonym
She gave a cordial greeting-so different from the cold, unfriendly words she had said before.
What is the meaning of the word "cordial" as it is used in the sentence above?
quiet and proud
angry and annoyed
happy and joyful
friendly and warm
The clown was irate. He angrily smashed the birthday cake and popped balloons before fleeing the party.
Which word or phrase from the passage helps you figure out the meaning of the word "irate"?
"fleeing"
"The clown"
"birthday cake"
"angrily smashed"
When I observe my sister, I can't help but notice how savvy she is. Shrewd and clever, she always makes good decisions. I find her inspirational and when I am around her, I strive to be like her.
Which phrase from the passage provides context clues for the meaning of the word savvy?
"When I observed my sister"
"I find her"
"Shrewd and clever"
"as she is"
Santa Claus was so portly that his doctor declared him overweight. He will let her know once he returns to the North Pole.
Which word or phrase from the passage is the best context clue to know the meaning of the word "portly"?
let her know
overweight
doctor declared
returns
Select the meaning of the underlined word: Andy is a wonderful Soccer player. He is versatile; he can play different positions well.
lacks skills
is boring
is arrogant
has many abilities
My brother said, “I just freed myself from a very loquacious history professor. All he seemed to want was an audience.”
a. pretentious
b. grouchy
c. talkative
d. worried
Select the meaning of the underlined word: At the restaurant we were offered a variety of beverages, like milk and ice tea.
bread
drinks
utensils
desserts
There is no doubt that the idea of living in such a benign climate was appealing. The islanders seemed to keep their vitality and live longer than Europeans.
a. tropical
b. not malignant
c. kind
d. favorable
What is the purpose of the persuasive text?
to inform others
to entertain others
to convince others
to argue with others
The following are the characteristics of a persuasive text, EXCEPT for one.
It provides evidences.
It appeals to the senses.
It entertains the readers.
a. It appeals to emotions.
What is a rhetorical question?
a statement of fact
a question that is part of a quotation
a question requiring a response from the audience
a question designed to make the audience think
Which of the following is NOT an example of evidence?
statistics
results from research
expert opinion
personal opinion
What persuasive technique is used in this advertisement? Explain your answer.
What persuasive technique/s will you use to encourage your classmates to wear their mask? Explain your answer.
