Worksheets8th grade second semester final
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 11hrs 15mins
Read the following excerpt from the passage, then choose the correct answers to questions 1 and 2. Excerpt from “Censorship” Radio has been around for more than 100 years, and television has been in the homes of Americans for more than 70 years. Both are “broadcast” over the airwaves, and both are regulated by the federal government (unless you have cable or satellite). The FCC, the Federal Communications Commission, was established in the 1930s to protect the interest of the people. The government was granted the ability to censor what is heard and seen. Since the 1950s, the FCC has prohibited, or restricted, the use of inappropriate material. In other words, it has censored what you see on TV and hear on the radio. This has not changed in 60 years. What has changed, however, is the interpretation of what is inappropriate. Is it inappropriate to talk about pregnancy? In the 1950s, the word pregnant was prohibited on the sitcom I Love Lucy. Is it inappropriate to show a woman’s belly button? In the 1960s, I Dream of Jeannie challenged the standards by showing the main character in a bikini top. However, the actress was not permitted to show her belly button. Is it inappropriate to wear a low-cut blouse or show a midriff? In the 1960s, actresses on Gilligan’s Island pushed the envelope by doing one or the other, but never both at the same time. 1. What is censorship?
the use of offensive material on TV and the radio
the changing laws that control what is shown on TV
the lack of control over cable and satellite TV
the restriction of certain material on TV and the radio
What is one difference between TV in the 1950s and TV today?
TVs in the 1950s were mostly black and white, while today they are mostly color.
TVs in the 1950s had internet access, while today they do not.
TVs today are only available in black and white, while the 1950s had color TVs.
TVs in the 1950s were larger and thinner than today's TVs.
Read the following title, then choose the correct answer. "The History of Television" The author probably wrote this article to.
persuade readers to watch TV
inform readers about TV
explain how TVs are made
describe her favorite TV show
Read the text, then choose the correct answer. Many people object to censorship. They believe in the right to freedom of speech. But does freedom of speech give you the right to say anything you want at any time? Courts have ruled that you cannot say things that put other people in danger. For example, if you yell “fire” in a crowded theater where there is no real fire, you might cause harm as people run for the exits. There is usually nothing inappropriate about the word “fire.” Nevertheless, the results would be dangerous in a place with a lot of people. There are some limits on freedom of speech. Public safety is one measure of what is appropriate. Courts have ruled that “yelling fire in a crowded theater” is inappropriate. This example shows that.
There are no limits on freedom of speech.
Freedom of speech is absolute.
There are some limits on freedom of speech for public safety.
Censorship is always wrong.
People are becoming television zombies. They come home from work and instead of catching up with their family members, they sit in front of the TV for hours. Children’s minds are becoming warped from the violent shows they watch. Adults’ minds are twisted by the bizarre reality shows. If those people on TV are supposed to portray reality, I want no part of it!
Reality shows are a good learning tool.
People watch too much television.
Children should be allowed to watch more TV.
The author is tired of reality.
A thermostat regulates the temperature. In other words, it.
locates the temperature
controls the temperature
measures the temperature
stops the temperature
You are watching a version of your favorite TV show. It has Spanish captions. What makes it a version?
It has Spanish captions.
You can watch it.
It is on TV.
You like it.
The students were excluded from the assembly because they had been pushing each other in the hall.
included
admitted
banned
group
I found a note that was full of coarse language. What kind of language was in the note?
(a)
Choose the correct subject pronoun to replace the underlined noun in the following sentence. Dad mowed the lawn this morning.
It
She
He
They
Choose the verb phrase that shows the underlined action is happening right now.
rushing
will rush
am rush
is rushing
Choose the verb that shows the underlined action happened in the past.
(a)
Which verb form correctly completes the following sentence? You ______ the fastest runner today.
was
is
were
am
What does an adverb do in a sentence?
An adverb describes how an action is done.
An adverb is a future tense form of a verb.
An adverb describes qualities of a noun.
An adverb is a past tense form of a verb.
What is the main job of the FCC?
to strictly enforce laws against inappropriate material
to make new laws about what is appropriate to put on TV and the radio
to respond to complaints about inappropriate material on TV and the radio
to watch all TV shows to make sure nothing inappropriate is shown
Read the following excerpt from the passage, then choose the correct answer. Excerpt from 'Censorship' Since the 1950s, the FCC has prohibited, or restricted, the use of inappropriate material. In other words, it has censored what you see on TV and hear on the radio. This has not changed in 60 years. What has changed, however, is the interpretation of what is inappropriate. Is it inappropriate to talk about pregnancy? In the 1950s, the word pregnant was prohibited on the sitcom I Love Lucy. Is it inappropriate to show a woman’s belly button? In the 1960s, I Dream of Jeannie challenged the standards by showing the main character in a bikini top. However, the actress was not permitted to show her belly button. Which of the following statements summarizes and captures the main idea?
A. There are absolute standards of appropriate behavior that never change.
B. Things that were considered inappropriate in the 1950s were no longer considered inappropriate in the 1960s.
Many people object to censorship. They believe in the right to freedom of speech. But does freedom of speech give you the right to say anything you want at any time? Courts have ruled that you cannot say things that put other people in danger. For example, if you yell “fire” in a crowded theater where there is no real fire, you might cause harm as people run for the exits. There is usually nothing inappropriate about the word “fire.” Nevertheless, the results would be dangerous in a place with a lot of people. There are some limits on freedom of speech. Public safety is one measure of what is appropriate.
Freedom of speech is an important right that protects people from any kind of censorship.
Freedom of speech is an important right, but there are some limits to what you can say and when.
Freedom of speech is strictly regulated by the courts to make sure that people can say anything at any time.
Freedom of speech is strictly regulated by the courts to make sure that people can’t say anything at any time.
4. Read the following paragraph and excerpt from the passage, then choose the correct answer.
Many people object to censorship. They believe in the right to freedom of speech. But does freedom of speech give you the right to say anything you want at any time? Courts have ruled that you cannot say things that put other people in danger. For example, if you yell “fire” in a crowded theater where there is no real fire, you might cause harm as people run for the exits. There is usually nothing inappropriate about the word “fire.” Nevertheless, the results would be dangerous in a place with a lot of people. There are some limits on freedom of speech. Public safety is one measure of what is appropriate.
According to the passage, what is one limit on freedom of speech?
Personal opinion
Public safety
Freedom of the press
Right to privacy
These two paragraphs show that__________.
the FCC controls all forms of censorship and decides what is appropriate for everyone
censorship excludes yelling “fire” on TV, radio, and in theaters
censorship concerns are not just about TV and radio, but extend to other areas of life as well
the courts decide what can go on TV and radio
People should have the right to say anything at any time. It doesn’t matter whether someone else thinks his speech is inappropriate. We should not allow any kind of censorship.
A. matter
B. speech
C. should
The meaning of the word coarse in this sentence is _______________. First, we used coarse sandpaper to sand the splinters from the wood, and then we used fine sandpaper to make the wood even smoother.
rough
gentle
small
wide
In which of the following sentences is the word permit used as a noun?
We permit language that was considered inappropriate in the 1950s.
My sister got a permit to learn how to drive a car.
Our school doesn’t permit students to run in the hallways.
Please permit me to help you across the street!
Are there specific laws that tell stations what is appropriate, or okay? What is an antonym of specific?
precise
general
cheap
short
Choose the correct subject pronoun to replace the underlined noun phrase in the following sentence. My class went on a field trip.
A. She
B. You
Choose the verb phrase that shows the underlined action is happening right now.
is pitching
will pitch
am pitch
pitching
Which verb form correctly completes the following sentence? The cats ______ on my bed.
is purring
purr
purrs
purring
Choose the verb that shows the underlined action happened in the past.
will call
call
called
calls
Choose the correct word that shows possession to complete the sentence. My_____ collar is on the table.
dogs
dog’s
dog
dogged
What is Roger Payne’s main goal?
to write his own whale song
to send whales messages through song
to discover the purpose of whale song
to follow whales using the sounds of their songs
Whales use songs as signals. This tells you that ____________.
whales are intelligent
whales are artists
whales cannot communicate
whales stay away from scientists
The social lives of wild orcas are sophisticated. Family structures are headed by whom?
Fathers
Mothers
Both parents
Youngest member
Which statement supports the same point that Roger Payne makes in “Whale Song”?
Pods of up to 40 whales stalk prey with vicious methods.
The social lives of wild orcas are sophisticated.
Whales communicate through a complex system of calls or songs.
Only male whales sing the elaborate whale songs.
Read the following text, then choose the correct answer. 1. Whale song may be a signal for other whales to work together and stop competing. 2. Without the songs, groups of whales could become separated during migration. 3. Without whale songs, the ocean would lose some of its beauty. 4. The songs communicate guidelines for a specific group of whales. Which three of these sentences develop the idea that whales use songs to communicate?
A. 1, 3, and 4
B. 1, 2, and 4
C. 2, 3, and 4
D. 1, 2, and 3
Which of the following statements is true about the web page shown above?
The page shows images of whales attacking boats, and the text warns visitors not to come to the park.
The page shows whales swimming at sea, and the text tells sailors to avoid whales.
The page shows performing whales and tells of other great animals to see at the park.
The page does not show images of whales because OceanPlace Park is no longer a home for them.
An animal that migrates is often.
confused
found in the same place
noisy
on the move
Read the passage: Atop their heads, the blowholes emit sound As if beautifully played instruments abound. In the boat I can hear many sounds from the sea. The music of the dolphin is like a song written for me.
A. Dolphins can be identified by the sounds they each make.
B. Dolphins in pods are similar to people in offices.
C. Dolphins and people are similar when in groups.
D. Dolphins, like people, would be lost without their voices.
Which of the following sentences uses the word mean to express the idea that something matters or is important to the speaker?
These books mean a lot to me.
I didn’t mean to hurt her.
She said I was mean.
She didn’t mean for it to be a gift that I would keep forever.
He comes up to breathe every 8 to 15 minutes and then continues his underwater serenade. What category does the word serenade belong to?
drinks
animals
songs
feelings
When a song ends, whales surface to breathe. Which of the following words means the opposite of the word surface?
rise
dive
swim
glide
Choose the correct pronoun to replace the underlined words in the sentence. Sometimes female whales slap the water in response to a song.
they
it
them
you
Choose the verb that correctly finishes the sentence. Scientists_______ to understand the whale songs.
A. were tried
B. tries
C. is
D. try
What is the simple subject in this sentence? The high school band played at the championship game.
band played
high school
The high school band
band
What is the complete predicate in this sentence? The candles burned brightly.
burned brightly
burned
the candles
candles burned
Which singular, first person pronoun best fits into the following sentence? He gave ________ a diamond ring.
I
me
our
my
to ban dangerous or offensive ideas, remove materials from published works, prevent publification
Censor
