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Summative 1 (3rd 9wks)

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which sentence CORRECTLY punctuates the nonrestrictive element by using commas?
a)
A. The students visited the museum which was filled with fascinating artifacts.
b)
B. The students visited the museum, which was filled with fascinating artifacts.
c)
C. The students visited the museum which, was filled with fascinating artifacts.
2.
Which sentence CORRECTLY punctuates the nonrestrictive element by using commas?
a)
A. The dog, wagging its tail excitedly, greeted its owner at the door.
b)
B. The dog wagging its tail excitedly greeted its owner at the door.
c)
C. The dog wagging its tail excitedly, greeted its owner at the door.
3.
Which sentence CORRECTLY punctuates the nonrestrictive element by using dashes?
a)
A. The unexpected thunderstorm, a sudden downpour, soaked everyone at the park.
b)
B. The unexpected thunderstorm a sudden downpour soaked everyone at the park.
c)
C. The unexpected thunderstorm – a sudden downpour – soaked everyone at the park.
4.
Which sentence CORRECTLY punctuates the nonrestrictive element by using dashes?
a)
A. Our dog - who is 9 months old - bites on everything
b)
B. Our dog, who is 9 months old bites on everything
c)
C. Our dog who is 9 months old - bites on everything
5.
Which sentence CORRECTLY punctuates the nonrestrictive element by using parentheses?
a)
A. The historical novel which was set in ancient Rome was a great read.
b)
B. The historical novel, which was set in ancient Rome, was a great read.
c)
C. The historical novel (which was set in ancient Rome) was a great read.
6.
Which sentence CORRECTLY punctuates the nonrestrictive element by using parentheses?
a)
A. The team, which had five players, won the championship game.
b)
B. The team (which had five players) won the championship game.
c)
C. The team which had five players won the championship game.
7.

Which phrase correctly punctuates the underlined section in the sentence?

I am afraid of two things—storms—and loud noises.

a)

two things storms—and—loud noises

b)

two things—storms and loud noises

c)

two things storms—and—loud noises

d)

correct

8.

What is the main purpose of an argumentative essay?

a)

To inform the reader about a specific topic

b)

To persuade the reader to agree with the writer's viewpoint

c)

To entertain the reader with a humorous story

d)

To describe a personal experience in detai

9.

What is the role of evidence in an argumentative essay?

a)

To make the essay more interesting to read

b)

To entertain the reader with anecdotes (notes)

c)

To provide background information on the topic

d)

To support the writer's claims and make them more convincing

10.

Why is it important to address counterarguments in an argumentative essay?

a)

To strengthen your argument and recognize the opposing views

b)

To confuse the reader and make them question their own beliefs

c)

To show that the writer is biased and only cares about their own opinion

d)

To make the essay longer and more complex

11.

Based on our MLK Argumentative Writing Focus, who was the founder of non-violent protests?

a)

Mohandas Gandhi

b)

Dr. Martin Luther King

c)

Malcolm X

d)

Rev. Jessie Jackson

12.

Based on our MLK Argumentative Writing Focus, what is a non-violent protest?

a)

Standing and holding signs

b)

Protesting without words

c)

When people use reasoning to change other people’s hearts and

minds

13.

Based on our MLK Argumentative Writing Focus, which is an appropriate hook?

a)

In the articles “Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Philosophy On Non-violent Protest” by

E.C. Spangler and “Violent Protests” by E.C. Spangler are non-fiction.

b)

“Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Philosophy On Non-violent Protest” by E.C. Spangler

is a non-fiction article about non-violent protests.

c)

“Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Philosophy On Non-violent Protest” and “Violent

Protests” both by E.C. Spangler are non-fiction articles about the concept of non-

violence.

14.

Based on our MLK Argumentative Writing Focus, which is an appropriate thesis?

a)

Non-violent protests are effective because they appeal to reason, they do not

harm people, and they focus on the issue.

b)

Non-violent protests are not effective because they are weak, they cause people

to have to think, and they do not get any attention.

c)

Non-violent protests are effective because of Dr. King, Mohandas Gandhi and

Berkeley.

15.

Which of the following best describes a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

a)

A brief summary of the main points discussed in the essay.

b)

A question that the essay will attempt to answer.

c)

A sentence that states the main argument and its supporting reasons.

d)

A personal anecdote that introduces the essay's topic.

16.

In the story Fears and Phobias, the section "How Fear Works" is organized to show the

a)

different types of fear that we have

b)

benefits of having fears

c)

way the brain and body respond to fear

d)

various reasons why we have fears

17.

People fear things or situations that make them feel unsafe or unsure.

What does the word unsafe mean as used in this sentence?

a)

 In danger

b)

Guarded

c)

Misunderstood

d)

Not certain

18.

Read this sentence from Fears and Phobias

Fear helps protect us.

Which statement from the article supports the idea in this sentence?


a)

Young kids often have fears of the dark, being alone, strangers, and monsters or other scary imaginary creatures. (paragraph 15)

b)

A fear can be healthy if it cautions a person to stay safe around something that could be dangerous. (paragraph 10)

c)

Fear is the word we use to describe our emotional reaction to something that seems dangerous. (paragraph 8)

d)

Like all emotions, fear can be mild, medium, or intense, depending on the situation and the person. (paragraph 4)

19.

Which subheading reveals that the next topic will focus on a specific group of people?

a)

Fears People Have

b)

How Fear Works

c)

Fears During Childhood

d)

What is Fear?

20.

Which TWO statements are the most likely reasons the author wrote this selection?

a)

To entertain readers with stories of how people overcame their fears

b)

To tell readers about how fears and phobias work

c)

To provide evidence that the amygdala keeps track of all strong emotions

d)

To persuade readers to get help if they have fears

e)

To explain how fears and phobias can be overcome