WorksheetsFCS Grade 8 Unit 4 ELA Assessment: Test Study Guide
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 18mins
Practice Passage 1:
In the early 2000s, many cities began repurposing abandoned industrial spaces into parks and community centers. One such transformation occurred in a former factory district. The area had been abandoned for decades, but local activists proposed turning it into a public park. After years of planning and construction, the park officially opened, providing green space and recreation areas for thousands of residents.
What is the central idea of the passage?
Many cities have abandoned industrial spaces.
Industrial spaces are no longer useful to communities.
People did not support the idea of turning factories into parks.
Activists transformed an abandoned factory district into a park.
Practice Passage 1:
In the early 2000s, many cities began repurposing abandoned industrial spaces into parks and community centers. One such transformation occurred in a former factory district. The area had been abandoned for decades, but local activists proposed turning it into a public park. After years of planning and construction, the park officially opened, providing green space and recreation areas for thousands of residents.
Which sentence is the best summary of the passage?
Abandoned industrial spaces are common in cities, and people often debate what to do with them.
A city turned an old factory district into a park, giving residents access to green space.
Activists opposed the destruction of a factory district and fought to keep it standing.
Factories are sometimes abandoned, leaving cities to decide what to do with them.
Practice Passage 2:
Public transportation plays a critical role in city life, reducing traffic congestion and pollution. In some areas, however, older transit systems have fallen into disrepair. To address this problem, city officials in multiple regions have invested in new bus and train routes, improving efficiency, and expanding accessibility for residents. As a result, more people have returned to using public transportation as a daily mode of travel.
What is the central idea of the passage?
Cities have improved their public transportation systems to increase ridership.
Public transportation is the only way to reduce pollution.
Older transit systems are no longer in use.
Buses and trains are the most expensive forms of transportation.
Practice Passage 2:
Public transportation plays a critical role in city life, reducing traffic congestion and pollution. In some areas, however, older transit systems have fallen into disrepair. To address this problem, city officials in multiple regions have invested in new bus and train routes, improving efficiency, and expanding accessibility for residents. As a result, more people have returned to using public transportation as a daily mode of travel.
Which sentence is the best summary of the passage?
Some cities struggle with transportation issues, but others do not.
Public transportation is not essential, yet cities must figure out how to manage it.
Many cities are working to improve their public transportation systems to make them more efficient and accessible.
People prefer taking public transportation instead of driving cars.
Practice Passage 1:
Many people assumed that passenger rail travel was a thing of the past, but recent trends suggest otherwise. Some people actually prefer trains to cars. Over the last decade, the number of people traveling by train has increased significantly. Experts attribute this growth to the rising cost of fuel, the expansion of high-speed rail systems, and improvements in customer experience. As a result, train stations in several cities have seen record numbers of travelers.
Which sentence from the passage best supports the idea that train travel is becoming more popular?
"Many people assumed that passenger rail travel was a thing of the past."
"Over the last decade, the number of people traveling by train has increased significantly."
"Some people actually prefer trains to cars.:
"Experts attribute this growth to the rising cost of fuel, the expansion of high-speed rail systems, and improvements in customer experience."
Practice Passage 1:
A proposal to build a new highway through a small town was met with mixed reactions. Supporters argued that it would bring economic growth and improve transportation. However, opponents argued that the highway would destroy natural habitats and increase pollution. Eventually, a compromise was reached, rerouting the highway to minimize environmental damage.
What information does the author include to contradict the viewpoint that the highway project should proceed as originally planned?
The highway would bring economic growth to the town.
Opponents argued that it would destroy natural habitats and increase pollution.
Many people supported the highway project.
The highway project was too expensive to complete.
Practice Passage 2:
Some people believe that historic buildings should always be preserved, arguing that they provide cultural and historical value to a community. Others argue that older buildings are inefficient and expensive to maintain, and cities should replace them with modern structures. A recent case involved the demolition of a 19th-century theater, which caused protests from preservation groups. Despite the opposition, city officials decided to proceed with the demolition, citing safety concerns and high maintenance costs.
What information does the author include to contradict the viewpoint that historic buildings should always be preserved?
The theater was a beloved cultural landmark.
Preservation groups protested the demolition.
Others argue that older buildings are inefficient and expensive to maintain, and cities should replace them with modern structures.
Many people visited the theater before it was demolished.
Practice Passage 1:
Electric vehicles (EVs) have become a growing part of modern transportation. These vehicles run on electricity rather than gasoline, reducing carbon emissions and helping to improve air quality. Many governments have introduced policies to promote EV adoption, such as offering tax credits and investing in charging infrastructure. As technology continues to develop, electric cars are expected to become more affordable and efficient, leading to wider usage worldwide.
What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage?
To convince the reader that electric cars are bad for the environment.
To explain the benefits and advancements of electric vehicles.
To entertain readers with an interesting story about electric cars.
To describe how electric cars are made.
Practice passage 2:
A new public park would bring many benefits to the city. Green spaces improve air quality, provide a place for exercise, and give children a safe space to play. Studies show that access to parks encourages outdoor activity, which improves both mental and physical health. Critics may argue that the land could be used for new businesses instead, but investing money in parks improves communities and attracts new residents.
What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage?
To persuade the reader that public parks are unnecessary.
To explain the city’s new plan for redevelopment.
To entertain readers with an interesting story about the city’s history.
To convince the reader that the city needs a new public park.
What is the meaning of the word expectation as it is used in the sentence below?
Sentence: The expectation of seeing her name on the winner’s list made her heart race with excitement.
celebration
invitation
anticipation
elevation
What is the meaning of the word elevated as it is used in the sentence below?
Sentence: The elevated train tracks over the street provided passengers with a beautiful view of the city skyline.
raised above the ground
decorated with artwork
part of an underground system
designed for freight transport
Using your knowledge of the morpheme -vers-, determine the meaning of the word diversion.
Sentence: The sudden detour created a diversion that sent cars away from the busy highway.
A change in the road’s surface
A turn away from the main direction
A blocked-off street
A shortcut to a faster route
Which sentence is the best example of formal writing style?
I think people should probably recycle more because it’s kinda important.
Recycling plays a crucial role in reducing environmental waste and conserving natural resources.
And if everyone just threw their stuff anywhere, the world would be real messy and gross.
The thing is, people don’t really care about the environment, which is like, a big deal.
Which revision improves the formal style of the sentence below?
Sentence: Kids these days totally need to learn about history cause if they don’t then I think they will repeat bad stuff that happened in the past.
People today should study history to avoid repeating past mistakes.
The thing about history is that it’s like really important, and people should, like, totally know about it, cause if they don’t then yeah we’re cooked.
You gotta learn history so you don’t mess up like people did before.
Everyone knows that history is SUPER important, so just LEARN IT!!!!!!!
Which sentence is written in active voice?
The new library was built by the city council.
Volunteers organized a community clean-up event.
A donation was made by the local business.
The artwork was displayed by the museum.
Which sentence is written in passive voice?
The chef prepared a delicious meal for the guests.
The students completed their assignments before class.
A championship trophy was awarded to the winning team.
The engineer designed a new bridge for the city.
