WorksheetsFinal Fall Review 2025
Total questions: 43
Worksheet time: 16mins
What details make two characters foils?
They share similar traits
They contrast in key traits
They have identical goals
They act the same way
Which word has a positive connotation?
Hostile
Uplifting
Aggressive
None of these
What does 'spindly' mean?
Thick and strong
Brightly colored
Long and delicate
Well-supported
Which sentence contains redundancy?
She softly whispered quietly
He repaired the broken fence
They shouted across the field
The bright sun lit the sky
Which of these is an oxymoron?
Broken glass
Love hate
Freezing cold
Found missing
What is the author’s purpose if the text tries to convince?
Inform
Persuade
Entertain
Describe
What organizational pattern shows similarities and differences?
Chronological
Cause and Effect
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
Passage A: Kate had auditioned for the school play three times already, and each time the cast list went up, her name was missing. Still, she refused to give up. Every afternoon, she practiced her monologue in front of the mirror, adjusting her voice and posture. On the fourth audition, Kate’s hands shook as she stepped onto the stage—but she took a deep breath and performed anyway. When the cast list was posted the next morning, Kate blinked twice to make sure she was reading it correctly. She had finally earned a speaking role. Passage B: Daniel spent weeks learning how to skate, but no matter how many times he tried, he couldn’t stay balanced long enough to complete a turn. His friends moved on to tricks and jumps while he continued to fall, scrape his knees, and stand back up. One Saturday morning, after what felt like his hundredth attempt, Daniel steadied himself, leaned into the curve, and completed his first full turn without falling. His friends cheered as he grinned, realizing that the falls had been worth it.
What theme appears in both perseverance stories?
Giving up is best
Hard work leads to success
Rules are most important
Luck determines success
What is the theme in both perseverance stories?
Luck matters most
Hard work leads to success
Rules are most important
Failure is final
Changing 'good' to 'excellent' is an example of?
Editing
Revision
Formatting
Proofreading
Fixing capitalization is an example of?
Revision
Editing
Rewriting
Brainstorming
Which organizational pattern shows cause and effect?
Chronological
Cause and Effect
Compare and Contrast
Description
Which organizational pattern lists events in time order?
Chronological
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Description
Which organizational pattern presents an issue and ways to fix it?
Chronological
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Description
Which organizational pattern uses sensory details?
Chronological
Problem and Solution
Compare and Contrast
Description
What does a good summary include?
Extra details
Main events in order
Random facts
Opinions only
“Marcus stared at his report card, tracing the red “F” with his finger. He quietly slipped it into his backpack before walking through the front door.” What can you infer if a student hides a failing grade?
They are proud
They are ashamed
They are excited
They are confused
“Marcus stared at his report card, tracing the red “F” with his finger. He quietly slipped it into his backpack before walking through the front door.” Which detail supports the inference about hiding a failing grade?
They brag about it
They quietly put it away
They show it to friends
They post it online
Passage A: School libraries should extend their hours because many students rely on them for quiet, distraction-free study spaces. Longer hours would also help students who participate in after-school activities and cannot use the library during normal times. Additionally, extending library access would support students who do not have reliable internet or a quiet environment at home. Passage B: A recent school survey showed that 63% of students prefer studying in the library over home, citing fewer distractions. Another portion of the survey found that 41% of students do not have consistent access to Wi-Fi at home. Teachers also reported that students who use the library regularly tend to turn in more complete homework assignments.
What is the main claim about library hours?
Libraries should close earlier
Libraries should extend hours
Libraries should remove books
Libraries should ban phones
Which detail best supports extending library hours?
63% prefer studying in library
Students like sports
Teachers enjoy quiet
Books are colorful
What does dialogue reveal about characters?
Shows setting
Shows conflict
Shows traits and values
Shows theme only
Definition of connotation?
Word’s emotional meaning
Word’s dictionary meaning
Word’s spelling
Word’s pronunciation
Definition of diction?
Author’s word choice
Author’s handwriting
Author’s tone
Author’s punctuation
Which word has a negative connotation?
Slender
Skinny
Graceful
Delicate
What is redundancy?
Repeating unnecessary words
Using strong verbs
Adding vivid details
Combining sentences
What is the main purpose of supporting evidence in a text?
To confuse the reader
To introduce a new topic
To summarize the text
To back up a claim
Why do authors use supporting evidence in persuasive writing?
To entertain the reader
To confuse the reader
To persuade the reader
To bore the reader
Claim: Too much sugar is unhealthy. Evidence: My friend’s mom says sugar makes kids bounce off the walls.
Weak
Strong
Claim: Seatbelts save lives. Evidence: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports seatbelts reduce risk of death by 45%.
Weak
Strong
Claim: Chocolate milk is healthy. Evidence: I saw an ad that said chocolate milk is a “super drink.”
Weak
Strong
Claim: Video games harm students’ grades. Evidence: My cousin’s grades dropped when he started gaming more.
Weak
Strong
Claim: Handwashing prevents illness. Evidence: The World Health Organization confirms handwashing reduces the spread of disease.
Weak
Strong
Claim: Martina is an exceptionally organized person. Evidence: Last month, Martina flawlessly prepared and served a meal for thirty guests. Which statement best supports the claim?
Martina also takes cooking courses at the community college.
Only an organized person can successfully manage such a project.
Claim: Lacey is a good friend. Evidence: After Lacey inadvertently hurt Isaiah's feelings, she apologized. Which statement best supports the claim?
Making amends is a critical component of successful friendship.
Lacey has never forgotten Isaiah's birthday.
Claim: Jamal should not have been made team captain. Evidence: Half the players on the team are more talented than Jamal is. Which statement best supports the claim?
We should let the coach know that this was not a fair decision.
Only a top player should be the team captain.
Claim: Large events, such as weddings, should include a range of food options for guests. Evidence: Guests may have allergies or follow a particular diet, such as vegetarianism. Which statement best supports the claim?
It's important to respect the dietary restrictions of one's guests.
Guests whose needs are ignored may feel disappointed or even resentful.
Is the following Evidence or Commentary? A 2023 study by Pew Research found that 64% of Americans believe social media negatively affects mental health.
Evidence
Commentary
Because teenagers are still developing emotionally, excessive social media use may make them more vulnerable to mental health struggles.
Evidence
Commentary
What makes a piece of evidence strong in an argumentative essay?
It is based on personal opinion.
It is specific, credible, and relevant to the claim.
It is vague but sounds convincing.
It is the longest quote available.
Which of the following is an example of weak evidence?
"A 2022 study from Harvard found that students who sleep at least 8 hours perform better on tests."
"NASA research indicates that climate change has led to rising sea levels."
"The U.S. Department of Education reports that over 60% of students struggle with student debt."
"Many people believe that school uniforms are a good idea."
Which of the following statements is commentary, not evidence?
"This suggests that music education helps develop cognitive skills that transfer to other academic subjects."
"Studies show that students who participate in music programs perform better in math and reading."
"A report from the U.S. Department of Education found that music students scored 20% higher on standardized tests."
"A national survey found that 75% of parents support music education in schools."
Which of the following best explains the difference between evidence and commentary?
Evidence is factual information, while commentary explains the significance of that information.
Evidence is an opinion, and commentary is a fact.
Evidence and commentary mean the same thing.
Commentary is only needed when evidence is weak.
Why is it not enough to simply include evidence in an essay?
Evidence alone does not explain its significance or connection to the argument.
Evidence should replace the thesis statement.
Evidence should be included without commentary to let the reader decide its meaning.
Evidence is only necessary for research papers, not argumentative essays.
What is a common mistake when writing commentary?
Providing historical context for the evidence.
Explaining why the evidence is important.
Connecting the evidence to the claim.
Repeating the evidence in different words instead of analyzing it.
Which revision improves the following commentary? Weak commentary: "This shows that social media is bad for teens."
"This suggests that excessive social media use may contribute to mental health issues like anxiety and depression."
"This means that social media is the worst thing ever and should be banned."
"This shows that social media is not good for people sometimes."
"This is evidence that social media is bad."
