WorksheetsUNIT 1 BENCHMARK STUDY GUIDE ESL 3
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 31mins
What does “preapprove” mean?
To approve now
To approve before
To approve later
To approve by mistake
What does “development” mean?
willing to develop
A result of developing
can be developed
a person who develops
What does “democratic” mean?
Fear of democracy
Related to dictatorship
Related to democracy
A place for democracy
What does “consequence” mean?
A cause of an event
A result of another action
A good reason
An agreement between friends
What does “motivation” mean?
Reason for an action
A result of another action
A special type of motion
A way to persuade people
What does “humiliating” mean?
Feeling proud
Feeling embarrassed
Feeling happy
Feeling strong
What does “imitation” mean?
Original work
Copy
A type of food
A machine
What does “circumstance” mean?
Situation
Celebration
Shape
Number
What does “luxury” mean?
Necessary thing
Expensive things that you do not really need
Something broken
A cheap item
What does “salvage” mean?
To throw away
To save something
To forget something
To lose something
What does “theme” mean?
The lesson of the story
The title of a book
The main character
The place where a story happens
What does “responsible” mean?
Someone who can be depended on
Someone who is careless
Someone who is lazy
Someone who is shy
What does “humorous” mean?
Sad
Serious
Funny
Angry
What does “curious” mean?
Wanting to learn or know more about something
Not interested
Feeling tired
Feeling scared
What does “nervous” mean?
Feeling worried or scared about what might happen
Feeling calm
Feeling excited
Feeling happy
What does “generous” mean?
Willing to share or give to others
Willing to be selfish to satisfy others
Willing to be quiet to help a child
Willing to be mean to fix a situation
What does “shortcut” mean?
A longer way to go home
A slower way to do something
A faster or easier way to get somewhere or do something
A difficult path to take to get to school
What does “empathy” mean?
Understand how another person feels
Ignore other people
Get angry easily
Like to be alone
What does “setting” mean?
The ending of a story
Where and when a story takes place
The main character
The problem in the story
What does “central idea” mean?
The smallest detail in a passage
The main idea of a nonfiction passage
The title of a story
The characters in a story
What does “international” mean?
Many nations
Between nations
Equal nations
Against nations
The principal of the school had to (a) the new rules before the students could follow them.
After many years of (a) , the town finally had a new library and park.
The government should be (a) so that everyone has a say in decisions.
democratic
generous
curious
humorous
A (a) is the result of something else happening first.
Her (a) for studying hard was to get a good grade on the test.
It was (a) when she forgot her lines during the school play.
The puppy's (a) of the older dog was very funny to watch.
The weather and other (a) affected our plans for the picnic.
Many people dream of having a __________ car or house, but it is not necessary to be happy.
luxury
salvage
nervous
responsible
After the storm, volunteers worked hard to (a) the damaged items.
The (a) of "The Gift of the Magi," is that love is more important than material things.
Match each description of a student with the correct adjective.
responsible
A student who always finishes her work on time.
curious
A student who loves to ask questions and learn new things.
nervous
A student who often feels anxious before exams.
generous
A student who shares her things with others.
The comedian told a (a) story that made everyone laugh.
The child was (a) about the lion at the zoo.
I feel (a) before taking an important test.
What is the central idea of this passage?
Many people enjoy reading books that make them laugh. Humor can brighten our day and help us forget problems for a little while. Even a funny story can teach a lesson about life or friendship.
Humor can help people feel better
Reading funny books is only for children
Books should always teach serious lessons
Friendship is the most important part of a story
What is the central idea of this passage?
Rainforests are home to many plants and animals. They help keep the air clean and provide homes for animals. People need to protect rainforests so that they will continue to help the Earth.
Protecting the environment is important for all living things
Rainforests are dangerous places for animals
Plants and animals only live in rainforests
Trees in rainforests do not affect the air quality
What is the central idea of this passage?
When you work hard and try your best, you can accomplish great things. Success does not come without effort. It is important to stay motivated and keep going even when things get hard.
Effort and motivation are necessary for success
Success happens only if you are lucky
Giving up is a good way to avoid failure
Motivation comes from outside help, not from yourself
What is the central idea of this passage?
Helping others is a kind way to show empathy. When we understand how someone feels, we can support them. Being generous with time and kindness makes the world a better place.
Showing empathy and generosity helps improve people's lives
Helping others should only be done when asked
Kindness is less important than being responsible
Empathy means agreeing with everyone’s opinions
(a) going to the park after school.
The students left (a) books on the table.
You can put the chairs over (a) by the window.
(a) excited about the field trip next week!
The dogs wagged (a) tails happily.
Look over (a) to see the rainbow.
Write about a time when something humorous happened to you or someone you know.
Please write 3-4 sentences to describe the humorous event with details.
A (a) is a result of another action.
A (a) is a reason for an action.
To (a) means to save something that is damaged or broken.
