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WorksheetsReading SOL Review
Total questions: 122
Worksheet time: 3hrs 56mins
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Class
Date
1.
What does mem- mean?
a)
Remember
b)
Member
c)
Unknown
d)
To learn
2.
What does circum- mean?
a)
Around
b)
Perimeter
c)
Circle
d)
Locate
3.
What does centr-/center- mean?
a)
Center
b)
Point
c)
Small
d)
Centemeter
4.
What does dict- mean?
a)
Say/speak
b)
See/look
c)
Hear
d)
Taste
5.
What do graph-/gram- mean?
a)
Draw/write
b)
Letter/writing
c)
Measurement
d)
Weight
e)
Mathmatics
6.
Which text structure has first, second, next, after, before, and finally as signal phrases/words?
a)
Compare and Contrast
b)
Problem and Solution
c)
Cause and Effect
d)
Chronological/sequential
e)
Description
7.
What type of sentence structure is the following sentence?
I went to the store.
a)
Simple
b)
Compound
c)
Complex
d)
Compound-complex
8.
What type of sentence structure is the following sentence?
After school yesterday, I went to the store.
a)
Simple
b)
Compound
c)
Complex
d)
Compound-complex
9.
Identify the phrase in this sentence:
After school yesterday, I went to the store.
a)
After school yesterday
b)
yesterday, I went
c)
I went to the store.
d)
After
10.
What type of sentence structure is the following sentence?
I went to the store, and I bought apples.
a)
Simple
b)
Compound
c)
Complex
d)
Compound-complex
11.
What type of sentence structure is the following sentence?
Since I needed apples, I went to the store.
a)
Simple
b)
Compound
c)
Complex
d)
Compound-complex
12.
What type of sentence structure is the following sentence?
Since I needed apples, after school, I went to the store and I bought them.
a)
Simple
b)
Compound
c)
Complex
d)
Compound-complex
13.
In the following sentence is "and" a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS) or a subordinating conjunction (AAAWUBBIS)?
I went to the store, and I bought apples.
(a)
14.
How many sentences is a thesis?
(a)
15.
How many claims should a good thesis have?
(a)
16.
In which order should an essay be written?
a)
Hook, Introduction, Thesis, Body Paragraph 1, Body Paragraph 2, Body Paragraph 3, Restated Thesis, Conclusion, Sinker
b)
Introduction, Sinker, Restated Thesis, Body Paragraph 1, Body Paragraph 2, Body Paragraph 3, Thesis, Conclusion, Hook
c)
Conclusion, Sinker, Thesis, Body Paragraph 1, Hook, Body Paragraph 2, Body Paragraph 3, Restated Thesis, Introduction
d)
Hook, Introduction, Body Paragraph 1, Thesis, Body Paragraph 2, Sinker, Restated Thesis, Body Paragraph 3, Conclusion
17.
What does plur- mean?
a)
more
b)
plural
c)
people
d)
feather
18.
What does poly- mean?
a)
many
b)
love
c)
sides
d)
shape
19.
What does mega- mean?
a)
great/large
b)
over
c)
under
d)
city
20.
What is the purpose of a transition word or phrase in a narrative or essay?
a)
To create a smooth flow between ideas and improve readability.
b)
To introduce completely unrelated ideas randomly.
c)
To confuse the reader by making sentences more complicated.
d)
To help the writer use proper punctuation.
21.
True or False:
Transition words are also often the signal phrases for text structure.
a)
True
b)
False
22.
Mark all of which can be used as transitions:
a)
FANBOYS
b)
AAAWWUBBIS
c)
Text Structure Signal Phrases
d)
Coordinating Conjunctions
e)
Subordinating Conjunctions
23.
Ever since Emily received a secret Valentine’s card, she had been besotted with curiosity, wondering who could have sent it.
a)
Uninterested and bored
b)
Deeply infatuated or obsessed
c)
Angry and resentful
d)
Confused and uncertain
24.
His Valentine’s Day speech was so saccharine that some of his friends rolled their eyes at the overwhelming sweetness of his words.
a)
Overly sweet or sentimental
b)
Bitter and unpleasant
c)
Short and boring
d)
Confusing and unclear
25.
Connotation : __________ :: Denotation : Dictionary Definition
a)
Feeling
b)
Synonymn
c)
Antonymn
d)
Plot
26.
Stanza : Paragraph :: ________ : Sentence
a)
Line
b)
Form
c)
Word
d)
Rhyme
27.
True or False:
All poetry rhymes.
a)
True
b)
False
28.
Poetry is a type of ____________ that expresses emotions, ideas, or tells a story in a specific form.
a)
Literature
b)
Book
c)
Equation
d)
Text Structure
29.
What is the rhyme scheme of the following poem?
In English we learn how to write,
But our spelling is quite a sad sight.
We've mixed up our “its”,
And our “theirs” cause us fits,
Sandusky: where grammar's a fright!
a)
AABBA
b)
ABCDE
c)
ABAAB
d)
ABCBA
30.
Identify the figurative language present in the passage excerpt below.
He was close enough now to hear the engines roar as they came to life.
a)
onomatopoeia
b)
similie
c)
metaphor
d)
idiom
e)
personification
31.
What does the prefix phile- mean?
4 lines
32.
From which language does the prefix hydr- come?
a)
Latin
b)
Greek
c)
French
d)
Old English
33.
What does hyrd- mean?
a)
Hidden
b)
Water
c)
Wet
d)
To see
34.
What does aqua- mean?
a)
Teal
b)
Water
c)
Swim
d)
Ocean
35.
What does mar-/mer- mean?
a)
Woman
b)
Water
c)
Sea
d)
Hurt
36.
What does vis-/vis- mean?
a)
Hidden
b)
Bright
c)
Unclear
d)
To see or look
37.
What does aud- mean?
a)
To hear or listen
b)
Strange
c)
To see or look
d)
Music
38.
What does phon- mean?
a)
Voice or sound
b)
To see or look
c)
To hear or listen
d)
To talk
39.
The theme of a story is the:
a)
Main character
b)
Message about life that the author is trying to express.
c)
Sequence of events.
d)
Short summary of what the story is about.
40.
True or false: The 3rd person omniscient point of view knows the thoughts and actions of more than one character?
a)
True
b)
False
41.
Which point of view knows only the actions of one or many people?
a)
3rd person omniscient
b)
3rd person objective
c)
3rd person limited
42.
3rd person limited knows the:
a)
Thoughts + Actions = One Person
b)
Actions = Many People
c)
Thoughts + Actions = Many People
43.
What does mem- mean?
a)
Remember
b)
Member
c)
Unknown
d)
To learn
44.
What does circum- mean?
a)
Around
b)
Perimeter
c)
Circle
d)
Locate
45.
What does centr-/center- mean?
a)
Center
b)
Point
c)
Small
d)
Centemeter
46.
What does dict- mean?
a)
Say/speak
b)
See/look
c)
Hear
d)
Taste
47.
From what language do the prefixes scrib-/script-come?
a)
Latin
b)
Greek
c)
French
d)
Old English
48.
What do graph-/gram- mean?
a)
Draw/write
b)
Letter/writing
c)
Measurement
d)
Weight
e)
Mathmatics
49.
Read the following title and subheading:
Title: Nutrition and You
Subheading: Why You Need Protein
What might be the main idea of a paragraph under this title and subheading?
a)
Some sources of protein are meat, fish, eggs, beans, and dairy products.
b)
Protein is necessary for keeping your body healthy.
c)
It is important to eat calcium to have strong bones.
d)
Eating sugary foods gives you an energy rush—but doesn't provide any nutrition for your body.
50.
A textbook section with this image likely has what type of text structure?
a)
Compare and Contrast
b)
Problem and Solution
c)
Cause and Effect
d)
Chronological/sequential
e)
Description
51.
Which comma rules applies to the following sentence:
When Sara cooks, she uses a lot of spices.
a)
items in a series
b)
appositive
c)
compound sentence
d)
complex sentence
52.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
We are planning a family vacation to Orlando, Florida, this summer.
a)
city/state
b)
between 2 adjectives
c)
items in a series
d)
compound sentence
53.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
Wait, did she say we have homework?
a)
between 2 adjectives
b)
direct address
c)
introductory word
d)
complex sentence
54.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
I am cooking Thanksgiving dinner this year; we will have turkey and mashed potatoes.
a)
items in a series
b)
between 2 adjectives
c)
complex sentence
d)
compound sentence/FANBOYS
55.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
You need your homework, a pencil, and a highlighter for class today.
a)
introductory word
b)
items in a series
c)
appositive
d)
compound sentence
56.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
We went out for a tasty, delicious dinner at Olive Garden.
a)
between 2 adjectives
b)
items in a series
c)
complex sentence
d)
direct address
57.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
Mary went running, and she saw a duck.
a)
direct address
b)
complex sentence
c)
compound sentence/FANBOYS
d)
appositive
58.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
Ally, are you listening to me?
a)
introductory word
b)
direct address
c)
appositive
d)
compound sentence
59.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
Before you turn in your homework, make sure your name is on it.
a)
complex sentence/AAAWWUBBIS
b)
introductory word
c)
compound sentence
d)
appositive
60.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
Mr. Jones, my math teacher, gave us a pop quiz yesterday.
a)
between 2 adjectives
b)
appositive/interrupting
c)
complex sentence
d)
introductory word
61.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
Andrew, please raise your hand before speaking.
a)
direct address
b)
introductory word
c)
complex sentence
d)
items in a series
62.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
Dear Mom, I loved our delicious dinner last night!
a)
introductory word
b)
greeting in a letter
c)
compound sentence
d)
appositive
63.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
We will travel to Detroit, Michigan, for Thanksgiving.
a)
compound sentence
b)
direct address
c)
complex sentence
d)
city/state
64.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
On October 26, 2010, a sweet baby girl was born.
a)
city/state
b)
introductory word
c)
between day and year
d)
compound sentence
65.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
Bring your homework, the sentence worksheet, to class today.
a)
compound sentence
b)
appositive/interrupting
c)
introductory word
d)
direct address
66.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
The nasty, rude driver cut me off in rush hour traffic.
a)
direct address
b)
between 2 adjectives
c)
complex sentence
d)
compound sentence
67.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
Yes, I would love to bring a dish for the feast.
a)
direct address
b)
items in a series
c)
introductory word
d)
appositive
68.
Which comma rule applies to the following sentence:
Christmas, my favorite holiday, seems so far away.
a)
direct address
b)
complex sentence
c)
compound sentence
d)
appositive/interrupting
69.
Themes are universal because ...
a)
all humans share common experiences
b)
authors add them to make the writing meaningful
c)
the entire universe enjoys them
d)
the stories go on forever
70.
You can often infer the theme of a piece of literature by ...
a)
evaluating how a character has changed
b)
sharing a character's experience
c)
determining how the conflict has resolved
d)
ALL of the above
71.
Unlike the topic of literature, a theme ...
a)
can be expressed in one word
b)
always shows the setting
c)
is always stated directly in the text
d)
cannot be just one word
72.
The theme of a piece of literature is the same as its ...
a)
message
b)
significance
c)
subject
d)
meaning
73.
Read the following sentence: A woman risks her life to spy for the Union during the Civil War. The sentence is an example of a
a)
plot
b)
character
c)
main idea
d)
theme
74.
The theme of the story is the
a)
main character
b)
message about life that the author expresses
c)
sequence of events
d)
short summary of what the story is about
75.
Which part of the plot
introduces the characters?
introduces the characters?
a)
Exposition
b)
Rising Action
c)
Climax
d)
Falling Action
76.
Which part of the plot is
the most intense?
the most intense?
a)
falling action
b)
exposition
c)
exposition
d)
climax
77.
The theme is a lesson learned; the moral of the story.
a)
True
b)
False
78.
Choose the two words that best complete the sentence.
During the exposition, it is important to introduce the ________ and the ________.
During the exposition, it is important to introduce the ________ and the ________.
a)
characters, setting
b)
characters, falling action
c)
climax, conflict
d)
conflict, resolution
79.
What takes place after the climax that prepares the story for its resolution?
a)
resolution
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
exposition
80.
What is the definition of plot?
a)
The lesson in the story
b)
The sequence of events in the story
c)
The turning point of the story
d)
The conflict in the story
81.
What is the definition of climax?
a)
the turning point of the story
b)
the struggle between two characters
c)
the beginning of the story
d)
the point when the conflict is resolved
82.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
exposition
b)
rising action
c)
climax
d)
resolution
83.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
exposition
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
84.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
climax
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
85.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
climax
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
86.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
climax
b)
exposition
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
87.
The main character of the story is the....
a)
protagonist
b)
antagonist
88.
The character that causes trouble for the main character is the.....
a)
protagonist
b)
antagonist
89.
The story's time and place is called the....
a)
tone
b)
plot
c)
setting
d)
voice
90.
What is the conflict of a story?
a)
the problem faced by the main character
b)
a bad hair day
c)
the ending of the story
d)
a boxing match
91.
Suspense and tension starts to build during the....
a)
exposition
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
92.
If a student got 100% on his work, what could you infer?
a)
He listened and studied.
b)
He didn't come to school that day.
c)
He didn't listen in class.
d)
He copied off of his neighbor.
93.
Joe was very tired when he got home from school. He decided to take a nap. When he woke up the sun was shining. He could hear roosters crowing and smelled bacon cooking in the kitchen. He walked slowly into the kitchen and asked his mother, "What time is it?"
What time did he wake up?
What time did he wake up?
a)
Noon
b)
Midnight
c)
7:00 in the morning
d)
7:00 in the evening
94.
When Lucy saw her spelling grade, she kicked her desk and ran out of the classroom.
How is Lucy feeling when she sees her grade?
How is Lucy feeling when she sees her grade?
a)
Excited
b)
Sad
c)
Furious
d)
Tired
95.
Sam and his brother Tim each have their own rooms. Sam likes to make his bed every morning, but Tim never makes his bed. Sam folds all his clothes before putting them away, but Tim leaves all of his clothes on the floor.
What word can be used to describe Tim?
What word can be used to describe Tim?
a)
Neat
b)
Mean
c)
Young
d)
Messy
96.
Michael and Seth are on their way to Benson State Park. They like to go to the park on weekends during the winter. They like to skate on the frozen lake. Every day, the park ranger checks the ice on the lake. If it is safe to skate, she puts up a sign that says, TODAY THE ICE IS SAFE. If it is not safe to skate, she puts up a sign that says, TODAY THE ICE IS NOT SAFE. Michael and Seth are at the park. They read the sign for today, and then put on their skates.
The reader can conclude that...
The reader can conclude that...
a)
Today is Saturday.
b)
Today is a safe day for skating.
c)
The park ranger likes her job.
d)
Michael and Seth like cold weather.
97.
Leah's mother ices the cake. She puts eight candles on the cake. After she sets the cake on the table, everyone sings to Leah. The lit candles make her face glow. Leah blows out the candles and smiles.
What can you infer about what day it is?
What can you infer about what day it is?
a)
Leah did well on a test.
b)
It is Leah's mom's birthday
c)
It is Leah's birthday.
d)
Leah's favorite food is cake.
98.
Dan loves to ride his bicycle. He is part of a biweekly bicycle club (they go for rides together every two weeks). The people in the club take turns planning the rides. They like to ride in places where there are plenty of hiking trails and areas to ride. The biweekly bicycle group is fun for Dan. He likes to go on different rides. He always looks forward to their biweekly ride. The club now wants to start a biannual weekend trip. They will go away twice a year. Everyone will stay in a cabin. They will bicycle in a new area. Dan thinks it will be tons of fun!
After reading the text, what can you infer is the meaning of the word BIWEEKLY?
After reading the text, what can you infer is the meaning of the word BIWEEKLY?
a)
Once a week
b)
Every two weeks
c)
They must buy bicycles every week
d)
Two times a week
99.
When Josh got home, his mom asked him how his math test went. Josh's eyes widened and his face turned bright. A small smile formed as he started to talk to his mom.
Can you infer how Josh did on his math test?
Can you infer how Josh did on his math test?
a)
Josh failed the test.
b)
Josh does not know his grade on the test.
c)
Josh did excellent on his test.
d)
Josh skipped the test.
100.
When Sarah was telling about her last place finish in the competition, her cheeks turned red and she had trouble looking her friend in the eyes.
How is Sarah feeling?
How is Sarah feeling?
a)
Sarah is extremely happy about her competition.
b)
Sarah is embarrassed about finishing last.
c)
Sarah is annoyed with her friend.
d)
Sarah can't remember the details of her competition.
101.
Lisa carefully examined the bug sitting on the leaf. She noticed that it had six legs and a hard shell. Lisa had never seen a bug like this before. She grabbed her magnifying glass and camera.
What can you conclude about Lisa?
What can you conclude about Lisa?
a)
She is helpful.
b)
She is afraid of bugs.
c)
She is very curious.
d)
She is in her science classroom.
102.
The night was very dark. Charlie and Ted were sitting by the fire and toasting marshmallows. They had set-up their tent that afternoon. Suddenly, Ted heard a noise. Charlie heard it, too. It said, "Hoot, hoot!" It was coming from the tree over the tent. The boys threw down their marshmallows and ran all the way home.
Why did the boys run home?
Why did the boys run home?
a)
They needed to get more marshmallows.
b)
It was going to rain and they didn't want to get wet.
c)
They needed to get a flashlight.
d)
The boys were afraid of the noise they heard.
103.
Justin grabbed the leash and quickly put it around Laddie's neck. He stormed out of the house and slammed the door. Laddie followed behind him.
He said, "Hurry up, Laddie. You are always so slow."
Justin kept his head down and walked quickly down the road, not speaking to anyone that he saw.
What is true about Justin?
He said, "Hurry up, Laddie. You are always so slow."
Justin kept his head down and walked quickly down the road, not speaking to anyone that he saw.
What is true about Justin?
a)
He was feeling sick and wanted to lie down.
b)
He was mad that he had to walk the dog.
c)
He was very worried that someone might see him.
d)
He was excited and wanted to hurry.
104.
Jeff filled up a big bowl with fresh, cold water and set it on the floor. He brought out a big blanket and put it on the floor next to the low window. He opened a package and took out a big bone and placed it on the floor next to the blanket. Then he opened the window so that the gentle breeze could blow into the room.
What was Jeff doing?
What was Jeff doing?
a)
He was getting ready for a camping trip.
b)
He was cleaning out the closet.
c)
He was getting things ready for his dog.
d)
He was trying to cool off the room.
105.
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…
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.
106.
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.
107.
Mike had fun hiking in the woods and doing crafts. He also really enjoyed the campfire sing-a-long and had made a lot of new friends. Still, he was glad that tomorrow he would be going home.
Where is Mike?
Where is Mike?
a)
at camp
b)
at a slumber party
c)
on a picnic
d)
in California
108.
I have a head and a tail. My favorite number is one. I am made of copper. I am lucky if you pick me up. What am I?
a)
four leaf clover
b)
leaf
c)
penny
d)
dime
109.
As I walked in the door, I was amazed at the beautiful colors and smells. I knew it would be hard to decide what I would buy with my $3. The chocolate truffles looked delicious, but they were expensive. The jelly beans were not only cheaper, but so colorful! With so much to choose from, I knew I would be here a long time. Where am I?
a)
Gas station
b)
Candy store
c)
Grocery store
d)
Shoe store
110.
Rachel was on her way to volunteer at the animal shelter. She was very excited! She really liked dogs. Her brother was allergic to dogs, however, so she was rarely around them. Rachel had a lot of fun playing with the puppies. But after her shift, itchy bumps appeared on her arms.
It is likely that:
It is likely that:
a)
Mosquitoes bit Rachel
b)
Rachel is allergic to dogs, too
c)
Rachel fell in poison ivy
111.
Crash, bang, buzz, swish, and splash are all examples of what type of figurative language?
a)
Alliteration
b)
Onomatopoeia
c)
Oxymoron
d)
Assonance
112.
"The ship sailed swiftly towards the shore" is an example of which type of figurative language?
a)
Theme
b)
Metaphor
c)
Style
d)
Alliteration
113.
"Her eyes were like a deep ocean filled with endless mystery." This is an example of ____________________.
a)
Metaphor
b)
Simile
c)
Personification
d)
Structure
114.
"The man was a constant and steady rock." This is an example of _____________________________.
a)
Simile
b)
Personification
c)
Metaphor
d)
Style
115.
"The eerie silence was shattered by her scream." This is an example of ___________________________.
a)
Theme
b)
Plot
c)
Rhyme
d)
Imagery
116.
"The sunlight kissed her head as the gentle breeze whispered in her ear." This is an example of ___________________________.
a)
Rhythm
b)
Structure
c)
Style
d)
Personification
117.
"I was surprised his nose was not growing like Pinoccho's." This is an example of an _____________.
a)
Allusion
b)
Alliteration
c)
Imagery
d)
Hyperbole
118.
This term means to use a strong exaggeration:
a)
personification
b)
idiom
c)
onomatopoeia
d)
hyperbole
119.
'That test was a breeze!' is an example of:
a)
personification
b)
onomatopoeia
c)
simile
d)
idiom
120.
The car is a dinosaur so we better buy a new one.
a)
The car is very old.
b)
The car was truly made in prehistoric times.
c)
The car is very new.
121.
The use of symbols to express or represent ideas or qualities in literature.
a)
Symbolism
b)
Couplet
c)
Free Verse
d)
Imagery
122.
Language and poetic techniques use to create mental pictures and cause emotions in the reader.
a)
Verse
b)
Alliteration
c)
Imagery
d)
Symbolism
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