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WorksheetsENGLISH11 QUIZ2 REVIEW
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 36mins
What does 'benevolent' mean?
Cruel and unkind.
Selfish and greedy.
Kind and well-meaning.
Indifferent and apathetic.
Which of the following is a synonym for 'candid'?
deceptive
reserved
honest
indifferent
In which context would 'contemptuous' be appropriately used?
When expressing disdain or scorn towards someone or something.
When discussing a positive or uplifting experience with others.
In a context of neutrality or indifference towards a subject.
When showing admiration or respect towards someone or something.
What is the best antonym for 'entreaty'?
refusal
plea
demand
request
How is 'inextricably' used in a sentence?
The two ideas are completely separate and can be understood independently.
The concepts are loosely connected, allowing for easy differentiation.
The two elements are occasionally related, but not fundamentally linked.
The two concepts are inextricably linked, making it difficult to understand one without the other.
Which word is closest in meaning to 'paltry'?
negligible
trivial
insignificant
meager
What does 'taciturn' imply about a person's character?
A taciturn person is reserved or silent.
A taciturn person is always cheerful.
A taciturn person is overly talkative.
A taciturn person is very expressive.
In what situation might someone experience a 'tremor'?
A person might experience a tremor due to anxiety, neurological disorders, or medication side effects.
A person might experience a tremor from excessive caffeine intake.
A person might experience a tremor as a result of a viral infection.
A person might experience a tremor due to dehydration or fatigue.
What does it mean to be 'detached' in a conversation?
To be 'detached' means to dominate the conversation and control the topic.
To be 'detached' means to actively engage and share personal feelings.
To be 'detached' in a conversation means to remain emotionally uninvolved and objective.
Being 'detached' indicates a strong emotional connection with the speaker.
How can 'evidently' be used to clarify a statement?
Evidently indicates that the statement is irrelevant to the topic.
Evidently implies that the statement is uncertain or vague.
Evidently suggests a statement is based on personal opinion.
Evidently clarifies a statement by indicating that it is obvious or supported by clear evidence.
What is a synonym for 'prescribed'?
recommended
suggested
approved
mandated
Which of the following describes something that is 'varnished'?
Coated with a clear protective finish.
Covered in a thick layer of dust.
Wrapped in a colorful fabric.
Painted with a glossy finish.
What does 'slack' mean in the context of responsibility?
Slack means an increase in workload expectations.
Slack means flexibility or leeway in fulfilling responsibilities.
Slack refers to a lack of accountability in tasks.
Slack indicates a strict adherence to deadlines.
How would you describe an 'unorthodox' approach?
An approach that is widely accepted and traditional.
An approach that strictly follows established guidelines.
An approach that relies heavily on popular trends.
An approach that is unconventional and not bound by traditional methods.
What are 'puns' primarily used for in language?
Technical definitions and explanations.
Humor and wordplay.
Serious discussions and debates.
Creative writing and storytelling.
How can one 'subvert' traditional norms?
By adhering strictly to established customs.
By ignoring all forms of social interaction.
By reinforcing traditional values and practices.
By challenging existing beliefs and promoting alternative ideas.
What does 'unintentional' imply about an action?
An action performed with clear intent.
An action that is executed with full awareness.
An action done without purpose or intention.
An action that is planned and deliberate.
In which context can 'domains' refer to areas of expertise?
In sports, art, and literature.
In cooking, gardening, and fashion.
In academia, business, and technology.
In travel, entertainment, and health.
Which word is an antonym for 'benevolent'?
malevolent
cruel
selfish
indifferent
What is a synonym for 'detached' in emotional contexts?
aloof
engaged
connected
sympathetic
How did the doctor describe the severity of the flu in "A Day's Wait"?
Dangerous and life-threatening
Mild and not to worry unless it worsens
Severe and requiring immediate hospitalization
Unidentifiable and mysterious
What did the narrator do to comfort Schatz in "A Day's Wait"?
Offered to read to him
Gave him his favorite toy
Made him soup
Took him for a walk
What did Schatz mean when he told the narrator, "You mustn't get what I have"?
He was worried about spreading his illness
He didn't want the narrator to stay with him
He was referring to his personal belongings
He was confused and disoriented
Why did the speaker say "You aren't going to die"?
Because the temperature was not dangerously high
Because it was almost time for medicine
Because the doctor had arrived
Because it was a misunderstanding
Who is the narrator of the story?
The boy
Ernest Hemingway
Schatz
The father
How old is the boy?
5 years old
7 years old
9 years old
12 years old
What is wrong with the boy? (Select 2)
He has a fever.
He has influenza.
He has pneumonia.
He is dying.
What was the boy's initial temperature?
100'F
102'F
37'C
44'C
Why is the boy confused?
He is too young and innocent.
He doesn't know the difference between the imperial and metric system.
He is very sick so the illness makes him confused.
He doesn't want to go to school so he pretends to be sick.
What one word would you use to describe Schatz?
brave
funny
uncaring
weak
Ernest Hemingway waits until the end of the story to tell us what is really happening with the boy. This technique, which builds excitement, is called:
comedy
suspense
horror
drama
When the speaker states, "My stomach was a melon split wide inside my skin" (line 6), what kind of figurative language is she using?
metaphor
simile
personification
hyperbole
allusion
The practice of representing things with a symbolic meaning or character.
Alliteration
Assonance
Symbolism
Personification
Which of the following quotes best illustrates the poem's theme of growing up?
“Years later I smile to think of that journey, / the borders we must cross separately, / stamped with our unanswerable woes.” (Lines 12-14)
"I lay in the car / watching palm trees swirl a sickening pattern past the glass" (Lines 4-5)
“My stomach was a melon split wide inside my skin.” (Line 6)
“I begged my mother. / We had been traveling for days.” (Lines 8-9)
“I who did not die, who am still living, / still lying in the backseat behind all my questions, / clenching and opening one small hand.” (lines 15-17)
Consider the mother’s answer in lines 10-11: “With strange confidence she answered, / When you can no longer make a fist.” What does this quote reveal about the speaker’s mother?
This quote reveals that the mother is unaware of her daughter’s distress and is teasing her.
This quote reveals that the mother probably has some medical training.
This quote suggests that the mother has dealt with death before and is “confident” that her daughter will be fine.
This response indicates the mother is strong woman; she teaches her daughter that life is over only when one doesn’t have the strength to fight back and/or overcome obstacles.
How does the speaker in the poem feel in stanza 1?
Annoyed that she's been in the car so long.
Hungry and craving a melon.
Like she is dying.
Frightened because she is lost in a desert.
How would the speaker of the poem most likely describe her mother's advice?
caring and beneficial
bizarre and ridiculous
stern and surprising
rude and hurtful
Which one is a euphemism?
He is big boned
You're crazy
Squid game
Economically disadvantaged is a euphemism for....
lost
happy
going to school
poor
She's gone to a better place is a euphemism for....
She's dead
She's in Mexico
She has got a promotion
She's travelling the worl
"I'm actually in-between jobs at the moment. I'm sure I'll find one soon"
Bored
Unemployed
Tired
On the go
So, if you seem to be getting a little thin on top, you are not alone!
What does 'thin on top' mean?
bald
old
ugly
pretty
Each one of us shall kick the bucket one day.
'kick the bucket' is the euphemism for?
not waste water
die one day
get golden opportunity
play football
A euphemism is:
A situation or information that helps you understand something
A lie used to hurt someone
Intended to make someone believe something that is not true
A polite word or expression used to make something less unattractive
The waves came into the shore.
Rewrite this sentence to improve clarity: 'He went to the store to buy some things.'
He went to the store to buy supplies.
He went to the store to buy groceries.
He went to the store to buy some food.
He went to the store to buy clothes.
Edit the following sentence for conciseness: 'In the event that it rains, we will cancel the picnic.'
Should it rain, the picnic will be canceled.
If it rains, we will cancel the picnic.
In case of rain, the picnic will be canceled by us.
If it happens to rain, we will have to cancel the picnic.
What is the best way to express 'very big' using precise vocabulary?
huge
massive
gigantic
enormous
Edit the following sentence for clarity: 'Due to the fact that it was late, we decided to leave.'
We left because it was late.
Since it was late, we decided to leave.
It was late, so we decided to stay.
We decided to leave as it was getting dark.
What does precise mean?
exactness and accuracy of expression or detail.
unclear and vague
uncertain and not detailed
Correct this sentence:
There are many species and types of birds that are all different
There are many species of birds
There are manydifferent species of birds
There different species of birds
How can you avoid redundancy
Use as many words as possible to express your ideas
Only use words that are necessary to express your idea
Eliminate important words and leave the unnecessary ones
Which sentence is written correctly?
My two feet are hurting
My feet are hurting
My feet are hurting me
Which word can be removed? The house is rectangular in shape
rectangular
in shape
shape
Allison took me to a party that was a very fun time.
Correct as is
Wordy
Redundant
I enjoy getting my nourishment by way of fried foods.
Correct as is
Redundant
Wordy
Amy is at her job so many hours that her free time is minimal and not abundant at all.
No change
at a minimum
minimal and not abundant
minimal
Which of the following sentences eliminates unnecessary wordiness?
The final outcome of the game was surprising.
The outcome of the game was surprisingly unexpected.
The game ended in a surprising outcome.
The game's outcome was surprising.
From a personal perspective, —and this is said, in no lofty, condescending spirit, by me—Paul was entirely full of simple, middle-class romance...
NO CHANGE
As far as I’m concerned,
In my opinion
In my personal opinion,
The word that will BEST replace the underlined words in the wordy sentence below is
"The speaker is talking about the importance of sharpening the saw."
talking
discussing
arguing
doubting
