Worksheets10th grade test-Cold Sassy Tree and Commas
Total questions: 52
Worksheet time: 31mins
What are some of the character traits of Will Tweedy in the early chapters of Cold Sassy Tree?
Lazy, uninterested, and dull
Curious, mischievous, and observant
Adventurous, outgoing, and extroverted
Shy, introverted, and serious
Describe the setting of Cold Sassy, Georgia as depicted in the first seven chapters of the book.
A fictional world with magical creatures and supernatural powers
A small, rural town in the early 1900s with a close-knit community and traditional Southern values
A bustling city in the 21st century with modern technology and fast-paced lifestyle
A futuristic society with advanced technology and space exploration
Summarize the main events that occur in the plot of Cold Sassy Tree in chapters 1-7.
The main events in chapters 1-7 of Cold Sassy Tree include a treasure hunt, a spaceship landing, and a time travel adventure.
The main events in chapters 1-7 of Cold Sassy Tree include a tornado, a flood, and a fire.
The main events in chapters 1-7 of Cold Sassy Tree include a wedding, a birthday party, and a family reunion.
The main events in chapters 1-7 of Cold Sassy Tree include the death of Enoch Rucker Blakeslee, the remarriage of his widow to Will Tweedy's grandfather, and the scandal and gossip that ensues in the small town of Cold Sassy.
What are some of the themes that are evident in the early chapters of Cold Sassy Tree?
Adventure, mystery, horror, and fantasy
Love, loss, tradition, and change
Comedy, romance, action, and thriller
War, politics, science, and technology
Identify and explain one literary device used in the text of Cold Sassy Tree.
Foreshadowing
Alliteration
Simile
Metaphor
How does Will Tweedy's relationship with his family evolve in the first seven chapters of the book?
His relationship becomes more hostile and confrontational
His relationship evolves from occasional conflicts to a more understanding and mature perspective.
His relationship becomes more distant and strained
His relationship stays the same with no changes
Discuss the significance of the time period in which Cold Sassy Tree is set, and how it impacts the story.
The characters are not influenced by the historical context
The time period has no impact on the story
It provides historical context, social norms, and cultural dynamics that influence the characters and their actions.
The social norms and cultural dynamics are irrelevant to the story
What role does the town of Cold Sassy play in shaping the events of the novel?
The town of Cold Sassy is actually a character in the novel
It has no impact on the events of the novel
It serves as the setting for the novel and influences the characters' actions and decisions.
It is a minor detail that is not relevant to the story
How does the author use dialogue to develop the characters in the early chapters of Cold Sassy Tree?
Dialogue is used to reveal the personalities, relationships, and conflicts of the characters.
Dialogue is used to provide historical context and background information.
Dialogue is used to introduce new characters and their backstories.
Dialogue is used to describe the setting and scenery in great detail.
In what ways does the author create a sense of nostalgia and longing in the text of Cold Sassy Tree?
Detailed descriptions of modern technology
Use of futuristic language and imagery
Characters' excitement for the future
Vivid descriptions of the past, nostalgic language and imagery, and characters' yearning for the past
What year is the story set in?
1906
1912
1905
1966
How long has Granny Blakeslee been dead when Grandpa announces he's getting married?
3 weeks
3 days
3 months
3 years
What word does Will use to describe Aunt Loma?
fancy
plain
ugly
kind
What reason does Grandpa give for marrying Love Simpson?
He loves her
It's cheaper to get married than to hire someone to cook and clean for him
He thinks she's pretty
He knew Granny Blakeslee wanted him to get remarried
What does Aunt Loma want from Grandpa?
the piano
the dining room table
the china cabinet
the fancy couch
How does Will feel about Grandpa getting married so quickly?
He's as mad at his mom and Loma
He doesn't see why it's such a big deal
He's very upset and sad
It makes him feel sick
Why did the Baptist church kick Mary Willis out when she was 17?
She married a Presbyterian
She got pregnant and she wasn't married
She was drinking a lot
She refused to sing in the choir
Why does Grandpa need help doing everyday things sometimes?
He only has one arm
He can't see out of his left eye
His right leg is crippled
He had a head injury in the war
What is Will's dog's name?
T.R.
J.R.
Scout
Junior
Why hasn't Will been able to do anything fun this summer?
He's been in mourning
He has been grounded from his friends
He has to babysit his little sister
He has to work at the store
Why does Mary Willis think Miss Love is marrying Grandpa?
For his money
She wants kids
She thinks he's handsome
For his ranch in Texas
Why did Aunt Loma marry Uncle Camp?
To get back at Grandpa for not letting her be an actress
She met him while he was in a traveling play and fell in love
She got pregnant
Her sister was already married and she wanted to get married too
Why can't Grandpa live with Aunt Loma?
She has too many cats
He would have to share a room with Campbell Junior
They hate each other
She can't cook at all
What does Miss Love do for a living?
She's a milliner at Grandpa's store
She's a teacher
She's a telephone operator
She's a cook
Why do they call Miss Love a Yankee?
She's from up north (Baltimore)
She likes baseball
She talks funny
She knows how to drive a car
How many times has Grandpa's nose been broken?
3
2
4
7
What does Grandpa want Will to do when he gets older?
Work at his store
Be a farmer
Become a lawyer
Become a doctor
What does Will want to do when he gets older?
Be a farmer
Work at Grandpa's store
Be a doctor
Be a lawyer
What did Miss Love to do Aunt Loma that made her mad?
She wouldn't sell her a hat
She stole her job
She's prettier than her
She ran over her cat
Why do the people at the Methodist Church like Miss Love?
She's a good piano player
She's a good singer in the choir
She cooks lunch for them every Sunday
She's pretty
What's the one thing Grandpa gave Granny a hard time about?
Not having a boy
Not being able to clean
Being poor
Being a bad driver
What did Grandpa always call Granny?
Miss Mattie Lou
Granny
Mama
Hon
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
They have strong hearts, long legs, and keen eyesight.
They have strong hearts long legs, and keen eyesight.
They have, strong hearts, long legs, and keen, eyesight.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
"I love to fly" said the excited young girl.
"I love to fly said the excited young girl."
"I love to fly," said the excited young girl.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
I went to the store, but I didn't buy anything.
I went to the store but, I didn't buy anything.
I went to the store; but, I didn't buy anything.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
If I want to go to Florida, I should start saving money.
Bart ate an apple, that was starting to go bad.
I like reading Jennifer Nielsen books, because I think they're always really interesting.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
Susie bought her tickets for the dance, which is next week.
Grammar, which is an important part of writing, has lots of little rules.
I'm really tired, since the track meet last night ended late.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
The gardener, whose name is Wes, planted several types of flowers, because it will look beautiful.
The gardener whose name is Wes planted several types of flowers, because it will look beautiful.
The gardener, whose name is Wes, planted several types of flowers because it will look beautiful.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
John! Where are you moving? I am moving to the best state in America, Texas.
John, where are you moving? I am moving to the best state in America, Texas.
John, where are you moving? I am moving to the best state in America Texas.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
The dogs jumped the fence, and they became lost. Mr. Frost the owner searched all day for them.
The dogs jumped the fence, and they became lost. Mr. Frost, the owner, searched all day for them.
The dogs jumped the fence, and they became lost, Mr. Frost, the owner, searched all day for them.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
Saffron, a spice, is added to rice in India.
Saffron is added to rice in India, saffron is a spice.
The spice, saffron is added to Indian rice dishes.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
A few decades ago, people went to libraries nowadays search engines are preferred.
A few decades ago, people went to libraries. In this day and age, search engines are preferred.
A few decades ago, people went to libraries; nowadays, search engines are preferred.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
Children need a wholesome meal before school, so parents should pay attention to that.
Children need a wholesome meal before school so parents should pay attention to that.
Children need a wholesome meal, before school so parents should pay attention to that.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
Ada went to the store and bought apples, oranges and bananas.
Ella went to the store, and bought apples oranges and bananas.
Norborne went to the store and bought apples, oranges, and bananas.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
Since I was absent on Tuesday, I have a lot of make-up work to do.
Since I was absent, on Tuesday, I have a lot of make-up work to do.
Since I was absent on Tuesday, I have a lot, of make-up work to do.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
Fortunately, the vehicle worked well.
Fortunately, the vehicle worked, well.
Fortunately the vehicle worked well.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
You need to put more effort into your work; otherwise, you won’t get a passing grade.
You need to put more effort into your work; otherwise you won’t get a passing grade.
You need to put more effort into your work, otherwise you won’t get a passing grade.
Which of these sentences is written correctly?
She is a very smart girl; therefore it’s not at all surprising that she gets such good grades.
She is a very smart girl, therefore it’s not at all surprising that she gets such good grades.
She is a very smart girl; therefore, it’s not at all surprising that she gets such good grades.
Which is correct?
This that and, the other.
This, that, and, the other.
This, that, and the other.
This, that and the other.
Which is correct?
They noted, "that's where the comma goes."
They, noted "that's where the comma goes,"
They noted, "that's where the comma goes".
They noted "that's where the comma goes".
Which is correct?
For example this, is correct grammar.
For example, this is, correct grammar.
For example, this is correct grammar.
For example this is correct grammar.
