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Worksheets6 ELA Final Exam Study Guide
Total questions: 41
Worksheet time: 22mins
Martin Luther King's voice rolled like thunder over the crowd at the Lincoln Memorial. Which statement best interprets the bolded figurative language in this sentence?
It means that Martin Luther King's speech occurred during a rain shower.
It means that Martin Luther King's voice had a strong power over his audience.
It means that no one listened to Martin Luther King's speech.
It means that at the Lincoln Memorial, King's voice could not be heard over the thunder.
Which sentence uses a double negative correctly?
I don't have no hat to wear to the game.
Molly never gets no respect from her sister.
Fernando's parents won't give him no money for lunch tomorrow since he didn't do his chores.
I was not displeased by my performance at the recital.
Which sentence uses the word vivid correctly?
The pie was vivid as I bit into it.
I had vivid jobs throughout my teen years.
The bank line was too vivid to wait.
The author's description of the sunset was vivid and clear.
Which word is spelled incorrectly?
narration
narrateing
narrate
narrator
Read the paragraph: "Pangolins are mammals, although they look like reptiles. With their scaly protective skin, pangolins can roll into a tight ball to confuse and deter predators. Pangolins are mostly nocturnal, only coming out at night. They eat insects much like an ant eater." Which sentence could be added to the paragraph while maintaining a consistent tone?
Pangolins are hilarious examples of unique adaptations in nature.
Pangolins are cool examples of unique adaptations in nature.
Which sentence contains a pronoun with an unclear antecedent?
Percy carried her stuffed animal everywhere she went.
Lily and Stephanie went to the same school, but they were in different classes.
Which sentence uses commas correctly?
The brothers, I was happy to see, were finally starting to get along.
The tea was, too hot, for me to drink.
Dinner was not ready yet, and, I was starving.
The grocery store is very crowded, but I, am going to try to be patient.
Which sentence uses commas correctly?
My favorite colors are turquoise, green, and magenta.
The dog is well behaved, and nice.
Tom, Harry, and Josh, all ride their skateboards to school.
I needed to write, slowly neatly and carefully.
Which sentence uses commas correctly?
I wanted, to eat breakfast as soon as I woke up, but my father insisted that we wait.
The man pedaled as, fast as he could, but he still could not get there in time.
The students, all scored very well, on the science exam.
The young girl was proud that her experiment, the first of its kind, had won first place.
Read the excerpt from "The Case for Shelter Animals," and observe the boldfaced evidence to support the main argument: "What does that mean for the dogs and cats who are not adopted? Sadly, it means that they are at risk of being put down. So, in a very real sense, adopting a dog or a cat from a shelter is literally an act that can save that animal's life. This is why adopting a shelter animal is also known as rescuing it." The main argument is that adopting a pet is what is most humane for animals. Which answer best uses the evidence to evaluate the main argument?
The argument is ineffective; the evidence explains the difficulty of running a shelter.
The argument is effective; the evidence explains what happens to animals that are not adopted.
The argument is effective; the evidence presents what life is like for shelter animals.
The argument is ineffective; the evidence does not provide valid reasoning.
Review the clue: The root of the word evacuate is vacuus, or "empty." Based on this clue, which phrase is the best meaning of the word evacuate?
to disprove
to find a new job
to leave a place
to destroy something
Which sentence contains punctuation that adds a sense of urgency to it?
The bus is coming!
The bus is coming?
The bus is coming.
The bus is coming;
Read the passage: Rusty climbed the worn rungs of the ladder up to the hayloft in the old barn. Which sentence could appear after this one and create a spooky feeling with the words and phrases it contains?
Rays of sunlight shone through gaps in the roof as the scent of fresh-cut grass filtered in on a breeze.
The smell of the aged leather saddles on the floor brought Rusty back to the good times he and his brother had riding horses on the ranch.
The banging of the open hayloft door clattering against the barn wall and the dark clouds beyond made Rusty want to hurry.
In a corner of the loft, a gray tabby cat licking its paw sat up and stared at Rusty when he whistled to it.
Read this passage: In March 1953, Dr. Jonas Salk announced that he invented a vaccine that prevented polio. Polio attacks the nervous system and can cause paralysis and death. Which sentence could be added to the passage and maintain its formal style?
The discovery of the vaccine helped save the lives of many people, including mostly children.
Pretty soon, with the use of the vaccine, nobody got sick with polio.
Before the vaccine, most people had to be put in an awful “iron lung” to help them breath.
Without the vaccine, polio cases were everywhere because it could spread super easily.
Which sentence effectively uses a metaphor to enhance its meaning?
The classroom was a zoo during the lunch break.
The classroom was noisy during the lunch break.
The classroom was busy during the lunch break.
The classroom was a place of learning during the lunch break.
Read the following sentence: The wind whispered secrets through the old forest. What literary device is primarily used here?
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Onomatopoeia
Which option correctly uses a semicolon?
I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.
I have a big test tomorrow, I can't go out tonight.
I have a big test tomorrow: I can't go out tonight.
I have a big test tomorrow - I can't go out tonight.
Which character type describes a character who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story?
Static
Dynamic
Minor
What type of character remains the same throughout the narrative and does not experience substantial growth or change?
Round
Major
Static
Which type of character is typically complex and undergoes development, sometimes sufficiently to surprise the reader?
Minor
Static
Round
Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?
I've told you a million times.
She is as fast as a cheetah.
He's got a heart of gold.
The wind howled in the night.
Identify the type of figurative language used in this sentence: 'Time is a thief that steals your days.'
Metaphor
Simile
Personification
Onomatopoeia
At which stage of the plot does the protagonist typically face the greatest challenge or turning point?
Exposition
Rising Action
Climax
Resolution
Which part of the plot involves the aftermath of the climax and leads towards the closure of the story?
Exposition
Rising Action
Falling Action
Resolution
What is the primary purpose of the exposition in a story's plot?
To introduce the main conflict
To build up suspense
To develop the characters
To introduce the setting and characters
What is the primary setting of the novel "The Secret Garden"?
An English manor in Yorkshire
A modern apartment in London
A cottage in the Scottish Highlands
A palace in India
Who is the author of "The Secret Garden"?
Frances Hodgson Burnett
Jane Austen
Charlotte Brontë
Louisa May Alcott
What is the main theme of "The Secret Garden"?
The impact of technology on society
The healing power of nature
The dynamics of modern family life
The history of English literature
How do the townspeople initially react to the Duvitch family in 'The Strangers That Came to Town'?
They welcome them warmly.
They are indifferent and ignore them.
They are hostile and unwelcoming.
They are curious but distant.
What significant change occurs in the community's perception of the Duvitch family by the end of 'The Strangers That Came to Town'?
The community remains indifferent towards them.
The community accepts and respects them.
The community moves away from them.
The community petitions them to leave the town.
What theme is primarily explored through the struggles and eventual acceptance of the Duvitch family in 'The Strangers That Came to Town'?
The impact of technology on society.
The challenges of economic disparities.
The importance of community and acceptance.
The dynamics of political power.
What is the primary conflict in the story "An Hour with Abuelo"?
The protagonist struggles with personal identity.
The protagonist has a disagreement with a family member.
The protagonist faces a challenge in understanding his grandfather's past.
The protagonist is trying to solve a mystery left by his grandfather.
How does the setting influence the plot of "An Hour with Abuelo"?
The urban setting creates a backdrop for cultural exploration.
The rural setting emphasizes the simplicity and hardships of life.
The historical setting provides context for the grandfather's stories.
The futuristic setting explores technological advancements affecting the characters.
What theme is primarily explored through the interactions between the protagonist and his grandfather in "An Hour with Abuelo"?
The impact of technology on personal relationships.
The importance of family heritage and legacy.
The challenges of adapting to new cultural norms.
The conflict between modernity and tradition.
When you exclaim, you...?
talk really quietly.
whisper
speak with strong feeling.
don't speak
Literal or Figurative??
The water was rising in the river because of the rain.
literal language
figurative language
Explain the meaning of the simile below.
Anna cried like a baby.
Anna was sleepy.
Anna's cry was high-pitched.
Anna cried for two minutes.
Anna would not stop crying.
Sounds words
Example: BOOM, SNAP, CRUNCH
Idiom
Onomatopoeia
Adage
Repetition
Rembrandt drew, painted and etched his own reflection so many times we can see almost every stage of his life!
Which sentence uses reflection in the same way it is used in paragraph 4?
She sat in reflection of the events of the day.
Wearing white keeps you cooler due to the reflection of the sun’s rays.
She looked at her reflection before heading in to a meeting.
The song is a reflection of his feelings for you.
Find the metaphor in this sentence:
The classroom was a zoo.
The moon was a ghostly galleon tossed upon cloudy seas.
The snow is like a white blanket.
He swims like a fish.
