WorksheetsIAR ELA
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
For the ELA IAR tests, you will have at least 1 passage to read, questions to answer using the passage(s), and a prompt that you will use to write an extended response.
Before reading each passage, what should you do first?
Read the prompt for the extended response.
Quickly answer the multiple choice questions.
Take a break.
Eat a snack.
Review this prompt for a narrative task on the IAR: "You have read a passage from “The List.” Think about what might happen the next day if Wyatt thinks of three new things to try. Write a narrative that describes what happens the following day when Wyatt tries the things on his new list. Use what you have learned from the passage to write your story." What should you do to properly respond to the prompt?
Describe the setting
Use dialogue telling what Wyatt thinks of
Rewrite the story from another character's point of view
Use transition words, phrases, and clauses to show the order of events
Review this prompt from the IAR test: "The passage from Wild River is told from Ryan’s point of view. Retell the narrative from Tanner’s point of view. Be sure to include Tanner’s thoughts as the kayak moves down the river. Your narrative should clearly reflect the characterization and setting in the passage." What should you do to properly respond to the prompt?
Retell the story from Ryan's point of view.
Use dialogue to reflect Tanner's character.
Include details about the setting.
Use details from the passage.
Read this prompt from a previous IAR test: "Write a continuation of the story of Bahauddin Shah using details from the passage. Describe what you think might happen after Bahauddin Shah climbs out of the Salt Caverns. What obstacles might he face, and what actions might he take to overcome them?" What should you do to properly respond to this prompt?
Make a graphic organizer or outline on your scratch paper to plan out your response.
Retell the story from another character's point of view.
Use descriptive language when describing the obstacles he faces and the actions he takes.
Write a story that shows how the character's childhood shaped his outlook on life.
Label this basic plot diagram.
Falling action
Climax
Rising action
Introduction
Resolution
This image is an example of _______.
metaphor
inference
hyperbole
personification
What is the main purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?
To introduce the main idea of the paragraph
To provide evidence for the main idea
To conclude the paragraph
To transition to the next paragraph
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
She don't like apples.
He doesn't likes apples.
They doesn't like apples.
She doesn't like apples.
What is a synonym for the word 'elated'?
Sad
Joyful
Angry
Confused
In the sentence 'The cat chased the mouse,' what is the subject?
The cat
Chased
The mouse
The cat chased
Which of the following is an example of a metaphor?
The stars were like diamonds in the sky.
The stars danced playfully in the moonlit sky.
The stars are diamonds in the sky.
The stars twinkled like little lights.
What is the main theme of a story?
The sequence of events
The central message or lesson
The setting
The characters
Which word is an antonym for 'abundant'?
Plentiful
Scarce
Numerous
Ample
In a narrative, what is the climax?
The introduction of characters
The turning point of the story
The conclusion
The setting description
What is the function of a conjunction in a sentence?
To describe a noun
To connect words or groups of words
To show action
To modify a verb
Which sentence uses correct punctuation?
Its a beautiful day, isn't it?
It's a beautiful day isn't it?
Its a beautiful day isn't it?
It's a beautiful day, isn't it?
What is the effect of using first-person point of view in a narrative?
It creates a sense of distance from the characters.
It provides an objective perspective.
It allows readers to see the thoughts and feelings of the narrator.
It limits the information to only what the narrator knows.
Which of the following is a compound sentence?
I like apples and oranges.
I like apples, but I don't like oranges.
I like apples.
I like apples because they are sweet.
What is the role of a thesis statement in an essay?
To summarize the main points
To introduce the topic
To state the main argument or point
To provide background information
Which of the following sentences is in passive voice?
The chef cooked a delicious meal.
A delicious meal was cooked by the chef.
The chef is cooking a delicious meal.
The chef will cook a delicious meal.
What is the purpose of a simile?
To compare two things using 'like' or 'as'
To exaggerate for effect
To provide a direct comparison
To describe a character
Which of the following is an example of personification?
The wind whispered through the trees.
The tree was tall and strong.
The sun was bright and warm.
The river was wide and deep.
What is the effect of using dialogue in a story?
It slows down the pace of the story.
It provides insight into characters' thoughts and feelings.
It describes the setting.
It summarizes the plot.
Which sentence is an example of direct characterization?
He was as brave as a lion.
He faced the danger without fear.
He was a brave man.
He showed bravery in the face of danger.
What is the main function of an adjective?
To describe a noun
To connect clauses
To show action
To modify a verb
