WorksheetsSupp Q2 S2
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 16mins
Which sentence correctly uses apostrophes?
Its really not going to hurt my feelings if you don't want to go to they're party with me.
Whatever the justification's for your attitude, they're is no reason to be so obnoxious about it.
We're going to get back to you as soon as your applications are processed.
They're their nachos, but they wont share any unless its absolutely necessary or we share our's.
On the first day that we ventured into the wilderness, our native guides took us to a deep canyon surrounded by steep cliffs of coppery, red rock. (2) On horseback, we began a long and perilous trek down to the canyon’s floor. (3) The narrow paths were hardly visible, and we were often frightened by the heights. (4) Surely each of us could have fallen to his death. (5) However, the strange and new plants and animals we encountered along the way were fascinating, particularly to Ramirez. (6) Often, he asked us to pause while he sketched a specimen or attempted to gain pertinent information from our guides.
1. Which transition word is used to signal the fact that the author found the journey interesting
heights
perilous
surely
however
Which of the following is the correct order of a basic plot?
climax, resolution, rising action, conflict, exposition
conflict, exposition, rising action, falling action, climax
exposition, conflict, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
resolution, falling action, climax, rising action, conflict, exposition
On the first day that we ventured into the wilderness, our native guides took us to a deep canyon surrounded by steep cliffs of coppery, red rock. (2) On horseback, we began a long and perilous trek down to the canyon’s floor. (3) The narrow paths were hardly visible, and we were often frightened by the heights. (4) Surely each of us could have fallen to his death. (5) However, the strange and new plants and animals we encountered along the way were fascinating, particularly to Ramirez. (6) Often, he asked us to pause while he sketched a specimen or attempted to gain pertinent information from our guides.
What is the main purpose of this exploration narrative?
to persuade people to be prepared for pitfalls and conflicts in the wilderness
to describe the interesting plants and animals that he saw during his experience
to warn people regarding the dangers of exploring a canyon
to provide a firsthand account of what the author experienced
The setting of a story, which impacts the characters, is
the physical location a story takes place
the weather/temperature/season during a story
the time period or time of day a story takes place
all of the above
On the first day that we ventured into the wilderness, our native guides took us to a deep canyon surrounded by steep cliffs of coppery, red rock. (2) On horseback, we began a long and perilous trek down to the canyon’s floor. (3) The narrow paths were hardly visible, and we were often frightened by the heights. (4) Surely each of us could have fallen to his death. (5) However, the strange and new plants and animals we encountered along the way were fascinating, particularly to Ramirez. (6) Often, he asked us to pause while he sketched a specimen or attempted to gain pertinent information from our guides.
Which is the most likely audience for this narrative?
readers seeking factual information about canyons
very young children
scientists seeking new information
readers wanting to be entertained with a true-life adventure story
For the following sentences, identify which sentence has the correct capitalization and punctuation.
Until the rain stops, Phillip can’t fix the roof on his brand new, expensive beach house.
Until the rain stops Phillip can’t fix the roof on his brand new, expensive beach house.
Until the rain stops, Phillip can’t fix the roof on his brand new expensive beach house.
Until the rain stops, Phillip can’t fix the roof on his brand new, expensive, beach house.
On the first day that we ventured into the wilderness, our native guides took us to a deep canyon surrounded by steep cliffs of coppery, red rock. (2) On horseback, we began a long and perilous trek down to the canyon’s floor. (3) The narrow paths were hardly visible, and we were often frightened by the heights. (4) Surely each of us could have fallen to his death. (5) However, the strange and new plants and animals we encountered along the way were fascinating, particularly to Ramirez. (6) Often, he asked us to pause while he sketched a specimen or attempted to gain pertinent information from our guides.
Which event from the narrative did NOT occur?
The explorers disagreed over which path to take.
They encountered new plants and animals.
They began a long trek down to the canyon floor.
Ramirez sketched new specimens.
Which piece of evidence best supports the claim that the age of voting in the U.S. should be lowered to the age of 16?
“Studies indicate that the average human brain is not fully developed until the age of 24. Teens are not cognitively developed enough to decide on hot button issues.”
“Individuals between the ages of 15-17 make up 10% of the U.S. population.”
“If teens as young as 16 were allowed to vote, our country’s standards and policies would be more reflective of the viewpoints of all U.S. citizens.”
“Most teens do not complete their secondary education until the age of 18. Therefore, they are not equipped to make educated voting decisions.”
On the first day that we ventured into the wilderness, our native guides took us to a deep canyon surrounded by steep cliffs of coppery, red rock. (2) On horseback, we began a long and perilous trek down to the canyon’s floor. (3) The narrow paths were hardly visible, and we were often frightened by the heights. (4) Surely each of us could have fallen to his death. (5) However, the strange and new plants and animals we encountered along the way were fascinating, particularly to Ramirez. (6) Often, he asked us to pause while he sketched a specimen or attempted to gain pertinent information from our guides.
Based on the selection, the word perilous means
exciting
unsure
dangerous
certain
For the following sentences, identify which sentence has the correct capitalization and punctuation.
My best friend is Kelly. Friends since we were five years old.
My best friend is Kelly; we’ve known each other since we were five.
My best friend is Kelly, we’ve known each other since we were five.
My best friend is Kelly we’ve known each other since we were five.
On the first day that we ventured into the wilderness, our native guides took us to a deep canyon surrounded by steep cliffs of coppery, red rock. (2) On horseback, we began a long and perilous trek down to the canyon’s floor. (3) The narrow paths were hardly visible, and we were often frightened by the heights. (4) Surely each of us could have fallen to his death. (5) However, the strange and new plants and animals we encountered along the way were fascinating, particularly to Ramirez. (6) Often, he asked us to pause while he sketched a specimen or attempted to gain pertinent information from our guides.
Which of the following is the best summary for the above passage?
On horseback, explorers went into a canyon and drew sketches of plants to learn more about their medicinal effects.
While discovering new species, explorers could have fallen to their deaths.
In order to gain more information on the plants and animals in the canyon, explorers endured dangerous conditions.
Some men enjoyed riding horses into a canyon.
What is a claim (thesis statement)?
A general idea of what the introduction is about
A summary of the entire essay
It presents the main idea of the essay.
Suggestion of why you should read the essay
What is the purpose of the thesis in an argument essay?
To use vocabulary words
To hook the reader’s attention
To state your opinion or claim.
To remind your reader what the paper is about
For the following four sentences, identify which sentence has the correct capitalization and punctuation
My Mom and Dad took us to the zoo last Summer.
My mom and dad took us to the Zoo last Summer.
My mom and dad took us to the zoo last summer.
My Mom and Dad took us to the zoo last summer.
When a persuasive writer acknowledges the other side of their argument, they are acknowledging:
a mistake
historical context
background information
the counter-argument
To make an effective argument, your claim must be backed up by:
supporting evidence
propaganda
character traits
. a short summary
