WorksheetsEnglish 8 Summative Test Week 2
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
1. Which statement best defines style in writing?
A. The literal meaning of words
B. The way information is packaged through writing
C. The number of sentences in a paragraph
D. The writer’s emotional reaction to the topic
2. What does diction refer to?
A. Sentence length
B. Word choice
C. Use of imagery
D. Organization of ideas
3. Which example shows formal diction?
A. “I totally don’t get it!”
B. “Hey, what’s up?”
C. “I respectfully disagree with your point.”
D. “You’re full of it!”
4. Which example best illustrates informal diction?
A. “Research indicates that…”
B. “The report concludes that…”
C. “This study recommends…”
D. “That movie was really awesome!”
5. A sentence using slang often:
A. Uses outdated vocabulary
B. Is understood only by a particular group
C. Uses very technical language
D. Uses academic vocabulary
6. Tone in writing refers to the writer’s:
A. Choice of sentence length
B. Attitude toward the subject
C. Level of education
D. Ability to follow rules
7. Which tone is most appropriate for an opinion editorial?
A. Childlike and playful
B. Formal and reasoned
C. Extremely emotional
D. Rude and sarcastic
8. How does diction influence tone?
A. By determining the layout of graphics
B. By deciding the number of characters
C. By shaping how the attitude is conveyed
D. By changing the paragraph length
9. Choosing between “home” and “house” shows the difference between:
A. Imagery and symbolism
B. Formality and informality
C. Denotation and connotation
D. Grammar and mechanics
10. Matching diction to purpose ensures that:
A. The audience becomes confused
B. The tone becomes unclear
C. Sentence structure changes randomly
D. The message fits the intended audience
