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7th Grade ELA Review

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 3hrs 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Before the 1800's people didn't have right or left shoes.  They had shoes of just one shape that they used for both feet.  When people first saw right and left shoes, they laughed.  They called them "crooked shoes."  "What a silly idea," they said.  You can tell that shoes before 1800:
a)
were pretty
b)
didn't look alike
c)
didn't fit very well
2.
Tim looked out the window. The house looked so lonely. Tim's father put the last suitcase in the trunk and started up the car. Thor, his dog, put his head on Tim's lap, like he understood how  Tim was feeling. "It's okay Thor," he said, "Dad says we will like California." What is happening?
a)
Tim is sad because his dog doesn't have a house to live in.
b)
Tim is taking a trip to visit peolpe he doesn't know.
c)
Tim is taking Thor to live with his grandmother.
d)
Tim is moving to California with his family.
3.
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.
4.
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.
5.
Which sentence from the selection shows that the pet is a cat?
a)
Bryan had to feed his pet every day.
b)
Bryan had to take his pet outside right away after school.
c)
It was Bryan's job to clean out the litter box every 3 days.
d)
Bryanʼs pet never bites.
6.
Which sentence from the selection suggests that Suzy likes to play basketball?
a)
Suzy's mom makes Suzy practice basketball every day.
b)
Suzy looks forward to her basketball games.
c)
Suzy scored 5 points in her last basketball game.
d)
Suzy and her mom get ice cream after her basketball games.
7.
Which sentence from the selection supports that the computer was not working properly?
a)
Rita took three hours to finish her homework.
b)
Ritaʼs homework was not finished.
c)
Rita had to write out her story instead of typing it.
d)
Ritaʼs homework was not done correctly.
8.
Which sentence suggests that Joanna rode her bike to school?
a)
Joannaʼs hair was a little messy when she got to school.
b)
Joanna crossed three streets on her way to school.
c)
Joanna went four blocks on her way to school.
d)
Joanna had to put her helmet inside the classroom closet.
9.
Which sentence supports that Jack is feeling sleepy?
a)
Jack went to bed late because he was at a birthday party.
b)
Jackʼs eyes were droopy and his eyelids felt really heavy.
c)
Jack put his head down on the desk.
d)
Jack was not paying attention to the lesson.
10.
Which of the following shows why Sam refused to play in the tournament?
a)
SAM: Yeah, I think so, too.
b)
SAM: Why? Because I 'm a girl?
c)
SAM: Oh, I don't think so.
d)
SAM: You wouldn't appreciate my talents, since I'm a girl!
11.

Inference: I was aghast when I found out my neighbor had robbed the jewelry store and stolen $100,000 in diamonds!

What is the best meaning of the word aghast?

a)

shocked

b)

not surprised

c)

bored

d)

interested

12.

Definition: In order to become law, all 13 colonies had to ratify, or approve, the Constitution.

What is the best meaning of the word ratify?

a)

vote

b)

understand

c)

approve

d)

discuss

13.

Example: Nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables, help our bodies grow.

What is the best meaning of the word nutritious?

a)

frozen

b)

sweet

c)

colorful

d)

healthy

14.

Antonym: Some children were willing to play in the snow, but others were reluctant because it was so cold.

What is the best meaning of the word reluctant?

a)

eager

b)

unwilling

c)

fearful

d)

afraid

15.

Synonym: There was pandemonium, or chaos among the fans when their team won the Super Bowl.

What is the best meaning for the word pandemonium?

a)

chaos

b)

calm

c)

shouting

d)

quiet

16.

The monkey's vociferous chatter made me with I had earplugs.

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?

a)

antonym

b)

definition

c)

example

d)

inference

17.

"Unlike John's room, which was immaculate, Jeff's room was very messy."

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?

a)

antonym

b)

inference

c)

definition

d)

synonym

18.

Many companies are downsizing, reducing the number of employees they have, in order to save money.

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?

a)

synonym

b)

definition

c)

inference

d)

example

19.

We remembered to bring all the provisions, such as water, food, and warm clothing on the hike.

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?

a)

synonym

b)

example

c)

inference

d)

definition

20.

Her quiet, timid ways made it hard for her to make friends.

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word.

a)

example

b)

antonym

c)

definition

d)

synonym

21.

The part of the plot structure that gives information about the characters and setting?

a)

Resolution

b)

Climax

c)

Exposition

d)

Falling Action

22.

What is conflict

a)

A struggle, or problem between opposing characters

b)

When the story takes place

c)

The most emotional part of the story

d)

When the character has solved their problem

23.

Which part of the plot structure comes AFTER the climax

a)

Rising Action

b)

Resolution

c)

Falling Action

d)

Exposition

24.

What is the climax in a story?

a)

The turning point or most emotional part of the story

b)

When the conflict is introduced

c)

The beginning of the story

d)

When the characters are introduced

25.

What is the resolution in a story?

a)

the beginning of the plot structure

b)

the end of the story where the conflict is resolved

c)

the setting of the story

d)

the most emotional part

26.

The exposition

a)

happens at the end of the story

b)

in the middle of the story

c)

during the falling action

d)

at the beginning of the story

27.

Which list shows the plot structure in the correct order?

a)

exposition, climax, falling action, rising action, resolution

b)

exposition, falling action, climax, rising action, resolution

c)

exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution

d)

resolution, falling action, climax, rising action, exposition

28.

The events of a story is called the

a)

setting

b)

time

c)

parts

d)

plot

29.

What part of the story is the conflict introduced?

a)

climax

b)

rising action

c)

falling action

d)

exposition

30.

Which part of the plot structure are problems beginning to be solved?

a)

exposition

b)

climax

c)

falling action

d)

rising action

31.

As the car took off into the air, Sandy looked down at the carnival below. "Do you really think we'll be together forever?" she asked. "Of course we will!" Danny replied as the car flew slowly into the sunset.

a)

historical fiction

b)

nonfiction

c)

science fiction

d)

realistic fiction

32.

Shel Silverstein had never planned on writing for children. It was an editor named Ursula Nordstrom who first convinced him to give it a try. In 1964, Silverstein wrote The Giving Tree, which eventually became one of the most beloved stories of all time.

a)

realistic fiction

b)

historical fiction

c)

nonfiction

d)

fantasy

33.

Venus is the second planet from the sun. The surface of Venus is extremely hot, reaching temperatures of 870 degrees F. That is hot enough to melt lead! Not only that, Venus' atmosphere is made up mostly of carbon dioxide, making it a poison planet!

a)

nonfiction

b)

science fiction

c)

fantasy

d)

realistic fiction

34.

I held tight to my Daddy's hand. I'd never seen so many people in one place and they were almost all black, just like us. Then the man on the stage began to speak and everyone quieted down to listen. "That's Dr. Martin Luther King," my daddy whispered. "You listen close, now."

a)

realistic fiction

b)

nonfiction

c)

science fiction

d)

historical fiction

35.

She walked into my office like she owned the place. I could tell she had money, and lots of it. "My husband has disappeared, and you must find him as soon as possible," she said. Business had been slow for weeks and I was happy to take the case.

a)

historical fiction

b)

fantasy

c)

realistic fiction

d)

science fiction

36.

"We can ask the elves for help," Korin suggested. "Good idea, but we'll need something to trade. They won't do it for free," Mip replied. "We might have to give them the Golden Cup of Anslor." Korin was shocked "Never!" he said. "We can never trade the Golden Cup of Anslor!"

a)

science fiction

b)

fantasy

c)

realistic fiction

d)

nonfiction

37.

Julia couldn't believe it. How could her parents be getting a divorce? She knew they weren't exactly happy, but a divorce? Julia wondered what life would be like without her dad around. Of course she would see him on the weekends, but that was not the same.

a)

realistic fiction

b)

historical fiction

c)

nonfiction

d)

science fiction

38.

Even though we call the inside part of a pencil "lead," there is actually no lead inside a pencil at all. The core, or writing part of the pencil, is made from a mixture of clay and a mineral called graphite.

a)

realistic fiction

b)

fantasy

c)

historical fiction

d)

nonfiction

39.

Kevin was exhausted. He had worked on the shuttle craft for hours and still couldn't get it to work. The captain was not going to be happy about that. "Italian dinner," he said to the control panel in his room. Within seconds, his meal materialized on the counter.

a)

realistic fiction

b)

science fiction

c)

fantasy

d)

historical fiction

40.

Jorgo could hardly sleep. In just a few hours it would be dawn. Now that he was a man, he would be going on the hunting trip with the other men of the village. If the mammoth hunt was successful, there would be meat for everyone.

a)

historical fiction

b)

science fiction

c)

nonfiction

d)

fantasy

41.

Jake is Cassie's older brother. One day they are walking home from school when a cold front rolls in and the temperature drops 20 degrees. Jake is dressed more appropriately for the weather than Cassie. He takes off his hooded sweatshirt and offers it to her. She gratefully accepts. Jake is now colder, but he is happier.

Which trait best describes Jake based on the text?

a)

playful

b)

considerate

c)

obnoxious

d)

motivated

42.

Craig is a football player training over the summer for next season. The coach demands that all players come in at 6:00 AM and lift weights until 8:00 AM, when practice begins. Craig gets there at 5:00 AM to begin his training.

Which trait best describes Craig based on the text?

a)

Unconcerned

b)

dedicated

c)

obedient

d)

irresponsible

43.

Anna volunteered to help Kylie clean her house. When Anna washed the mirrors, Kylie asked her if she used paper towels instead of newspapers. When Anna admitted that she had, Kylie asked her to redo them. Then, while Anna was sweeping, Kylie corrected her on her technique. "Don't just push the dirt around, Anna. SWEEP it," Kylie told Anna.

Which trait best describes Kylie based on the text?

a)

Appreciative

b)

easy-going

c)

tactful

d)

bossy

44.

Corey came back from the bathroom and noticed that her rainbow pencil was missing. She looked around the room and saw that Beth was using a rainbow pencil. Corey started crying uncontrollably and ran out of the room.

Which trait best describes Corey based on the text?

a)

confrontational

b)

sensitive

c)

indifferent

d)

stoic

45.

Kelvin found a wallet on the ground. He opened up the wallet and saw an old woman's ID card. Kelvin removed the ID from the wallet, walked to the woman's house, and returned the wallet to her.

Which trait best describes Kelvin based on the text?

a)

honorable

b)

shrewd

c)

mischievous

d)

devious

46.

Jonathan invited a bunch of friends over to his house. He then talked to them for hours about all the trophies that he had won, his rare comic book collection, and how much money his dad makes. His friends did not enjoy their time at Jonathan's.

Which trait best describes Jonathan based on the text?

a)

attentive

b)

gracious

c)

maliciou

d)

boastful

47.

Rocky's cousin brought him to a party. Rocky didn't know anyone at the party. Shortly after getting there, Rocky's cousin disappeared. Rocky made a lot of new friends at this party and had a great time.

Which trait best describes Rocky based on the text?

a)

introverted

b)

outgoing

c)

aloof

d)

disagreeable

48.

The teacher asked Khadija what the answer was to the problem on the board. Khadija looked away for a moment and then put her head down on her desk. After the teacher moved on to someone else, Khadija whispered to her friend that the answer was 26. Khadija was right.

Which trait best describes Khadija based on the text?

a)

timid

b)

lively

c)

unintelligent

d)

confident

49.

After Mark's mechanical pencil ran out of lead, he asked Pete, who sat next to him, if he could borrow a pencil. Pete yelled, "No, Mark. If you didn't come prepared, why is that my fault? Bring TWO pencils to class! You can't have one of mine or you'll never learn your lesson."

Which trait best describes Pete based on the text?

a)

easygoing

b)

irate

c)

understanding

d)

tactful

50.

Scott doesn't talk much, but five girls in our homeroom class are currently competing for his attention. This is nothing new. Girls have liked Scott for as long as I can remember.

Which trait best describes Scott based on the text?

a)

slovenly

b)

attractive

c)

opinionated

d)

homely

51.
Does this sentence need a comma?
I wanted to go to the store but I decided to stay home instead.
a)
Yes 
b)
No
52.
Does this sentence need a comma?
I went to dance and then went home.
a)
Yes
b)
No
53.
Does this sentence need a comma?
Should I go to the mall or movies?
a)
Yes
b)
No
54.
Does this sentence need a comma?
Every day was happy and every night was peaceful.
a)
Yes
b)
No
55.

A compound sentence is split by...

a)

a comma and coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS)

b)

just a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS)

c)

just a comma

d)

a subordinating conjunction

56.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS) that makes sense.

The weather today will be cool, ____ it will be rainy.

a)

or

b)

but

c)

and

d)

so

57.

Complete the sentence with the coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS) that makes sense.

Andy plays the violin well, _____ the trumpet is his favorite instrument.

a)

so

b)

but

c)

yet

d)

for

58.

In a compound sentence, the comma comes ______________ the coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS).

a)

after

b)

before

c)

there is no comma

59.

When I join two independent clauses together with a comma, I also need a _________________________.

a)

subordinating conjunction

b)

coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS)

c)

correlative conjunction

60.
Where should the comma go in the following compound sentence?
He signed a tennis ball for her yet he didn't ask her to dinner.
a)
before for
b)
after for
c)
before yet
d)
after yet
61.

A complex sentence is made of...

a)

one independent clause

b)

one dependent clause

c)

two independent clauses

d)

one independent clause and one dependent clause

62.

Is this a dependent clause or an independent clause?


Since you came to class early,

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

63.

Is this an independent clause or a dependent clause?


We have time to discuss the quiz.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

64.

What type of sentence is this?


Since you came to class early, we have time to discuss the quiz.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

65.

Which word in this sentence is the SWABI (subordinating conjunction)?


Since you came to class early, we have time to discuss the quiz.

a)

Since

b)

class

c)

early

d)

we

66.

Why isn't there a comma in this complex sentence?


We have time to discuss the quiz since you came to class early.

a)

because the independent clause is at the beginning

b)

there should be a comma!!

67.

Should there be a comma between these clauses?


Because I'm lactose intolerant (comma?) I can't drink milk.

a)

Yes

b)

No

68.

Should there be a comma between these clauses?


I can't drink milk (comma?) because I'm lactose intolerant.

a)

Yes

b)

No

69.

Which of the following is a complex sentence?

a)

We should go fishing tomorrow.

b)

It's going to be sunny tomorrow, so we should go fishing.

c)

We should go fishing tomorrow because it will be sunny.

70.

Which of the following is a complex sentence?

a)

If Darryl eats too much sugar, he will be very hyper.

b)

Darryl eats too much sugar.

c)

Darryl eats too much sugar, and he is always very hyper.

71.

Which option should NOT be capitalized?

a)

United States

b)

Adam Levine

c)

Park

d)

Walmart

72.

Which title is correctly capitalized?

a)

"the Fault in Our Stars"

b)

"The Fault in Our Stars"

c)

"The Fault In Our Stars"

d)

"the fault in our stars"

73.

You NEVER capitalize article words (a, an, the).

a)

True

b)

False

74.

Which option is written correctly?

a)

Mark cried, "why did you scare me?"

b)

Mark cried "Why did you scare me?"

c)

mark cried, "why did you scare me?"

d)

Mark cried, "Why did you scare me?"

75.

Which option is written correctly?

a)

I like to visit uncle John because he lives on a farm.

b)

I like to visit Uncle john because he lives on a farm.

c)

I like to visit Uncle John because he lives on a farm.

d)

i like to visit Uncle John because he lives on a farm.

76.

Which option is written correctly?

a)

I went to see mayor Cana about placing recycling bins in our parks.

b)

I went to see Mayor Cana about placing recycling bins in our parks.

c)

i went to see mayor Cana about placing recycling bins in our parks.

d)

I went to see Mayor Cana about placing recycling bins in our Parks.

77.

Which option is written correctly?

a)

thursday

b)

november

c)

english

d)

Spanish

78.

Which sentence is INCORRECTLY capitalized?

a)

Bob's paper is due on Wednesday.

b)

Bob drove North to go visit his Aunt in Michigan.

c)

Bob has been to Australia.

d)

Bob made a powerpoint on President Washington.

79.

Which capitalization rule has an exception?

a)

Capitalizing periods/events

b)

Capitalizing seasons

c)

Capitalizing countries

d)

Capitalizing holidays

80.

Which sentence is written correctly?

a)

I went to mexico this past weekend.

b)

I went to Spain to visit my Uncle.

c)

I'm planning to go to paris next summer.

d)

I went to Spain to visit my uncle.

81.

Which of these options shows the correct way to use a comma?

a)

Juneau, AK 99801

b)

Juneau, AK, 99801

c)

Juneau AK 99801,

d)

Juneau AK, 99801

82.

Which of these shows the correct usage of a comma in a sentence?

a)

Richie asked for a dog cat and walrus for Christmas.

b)

Richie asked for, a dog, cat and walrus for Christmas.

c)

Richie asked for a dog, cat, and walrus for Christmas.

83.

Which shows the correct usage of a comma in a sentence?

a)

After, the rock show the musicians headed to the diner for snacks.

b)

After the rock show, the musicians headed to the diner for snacks.

84.

Which of these shows the correct usage of a comma?

a)

First, I put on my fuzzy socks.

b)

First I put on my fuzzy, socks.

85.

Which of these shows the correct usage of a comma in a sentence?

a)

I think, I have a fever so I want to go home.

b)

I think I have a fever, so I want to go home.

86.

Which shows the correct usage of a comma in a sentence?

a)

Jen isn't very funny, but her best friend Pam is hilarious.

b)

Jen isn't very funny but, her best friend Pam is hilarious.

87.

Which shows the correct usage of a comma in a sentence?

a)

Darla bit into the hot, gooey, bread.

b)

Darla bit into the hot, gooey bread.

88.

Which shows the correct usage of a comma in a sentence?

a)

He said, "I love you."

b)

He said "I, love you."

89.

Which shows the correct usage of a comma in a sentence?

a)

"My little sister, won the whole tournament" Jackie said.

b)

"My little sister won the whole tournament," Jackie said.

90.

Which shows the correct usage of a comma in a sentence?

a)

Renee who is a clown threw a pie.

b)

Renee, who is a clown, threw a pie.

91.

Choose the sentence that is correct.

a)

My dad is a great basketball coach, "said Josie."

b)

"My dad is a great basketball coach, said Josie."

c)

"My dad is a great basketball coach," said Josie.

92.

Choose the sentence that is correct.

a)

Tomorrow we'll go to the airport to watch planes land" said Grandma.

b)

"Tomorrow we'll go to the airport to watch the planes land", said Grandma.

c)

"Tomorrow we'll go to the airport to watch the planes land," said Grandma.

93.

Choose the sentence that is correct.

a)

"My uncle is a fabulous artist, bragged DeeDee."

b)

"My uncle is a fabulous artist," bragged DeeDee.

c)

"My uncle is a fabulous artist. bragged" DeeDee

94.

Choose the sentence with correct quotations and punctuation.

a)

"Hello, Jack. How are you today?" asked Jill.

b)

"Hello, Jack. How are you today. asked Jill.

c)

Hello, "Jack." How are you today?" asked Jill.

95.

A comma should go AFTER which word in the sentence below?

Miller whined "Are we there yet?"

a)

whined

b)

Miller

c)

yet

96.

You should ______________ the first word of a quotation and first word of each sentence.

a)

indent

b)

capitalize

c)

underline

97.

Choose the best answer:

Each speaker gets a new _____________.

a)

set of quotation marks

b)

paragraph

98.

The people that are in a story are called the _________.

a)

characters

b)

nouns

c)

people

99.

A conversation within a story or play is called what?

a)

talk

b)

dialogue

c)

speaking

100.

Words that can describe a character's personality or qualities are called what?

a)

known items

b)

character traits

c)

personality

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