WorksheetsELA Review – 2nd Nine Weeks
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 18mins
Passage 1: Imagery, Tone, Suspense
The wind tore through the narrow alleyways, rattling shutters and carrying the faint scent of smoke from a distant fire. Shadows stretched across the cobblestones like dark fingers, and every creak of a sign made him flinch. He paused, straining his ears, unsure if the footsteps behind him were real—or imagined.
Which phrase is an example of imagery?
He paused
Shadows stretched across the cobblestones like dark fingers
Unsure if the footsteps behind him were real
Rattling shutters
Passage 1: Imagery, Tone, Suspense
The wind tore through the narrow alleyways, rattling shutters and carrying the faint scent of smoke from a distant fire. Shadows stretched across the cobblestones like dark fingers, and every creak of a sign made him flinch. He paused, straining his ears, unsure if the footsteps behind him were real—or imagined.
What is the tone of the passage?
Joyful
Ominous
Sarcastic
Indifferent
Passage 1: Imagery, Tone, Suspense
The wind tore through the narrow alleyways, rattling shutters and carrying the faint scent of smoke from a distant fire. Shadows stretched across the cobblestones like dark fingers, and every creak of a sign made him flinch. He paused, straining his ears, unsure if the footsteps behind him were real—or imagined.
Which sentence creates suspense?
The wind tore through the narrow alleyways
Shadows stretched across the cobblestones
He paused, straining his ears, unsure if the footsteps behind him were real—or imagined
Carrying the faint scent of smoke
Passage 2: Repetition and Pauses in Poetry
The river roared—
The river roared—
Through rocks and reeds,
Its voice is a warning, echoing the rage of storms past.
What is the effect of repeating “The river roared”?
It emphasizes the river’s power and creates tension
It shortens the poem
It creates humor
It confuses the reader
Passage 2: Repetition and Pauses in Poetry
The river roared—
The river roared—
Through rocks and reeds,
Its voice is a warning, echoing the rage of storms past.
How do the dashes affect the reading?
They create a pause that adds suspense
They replace a period
They indicate a question
They join two unrelated ideas
Passage 3: Emphasis and Dramatic Reading
“Stop!” she shouted, her hands trembling so violently that the vase wobbled on the shelf. “You don’t understand what this means!” Her voice cracked with emotion, and for a moment, silence filled the room like a heavy curtain.
How does the author emphasize emotion?
By using dialogue and description
By describing the vase only
By shortening sentences
By adding humor
Passage 3: Emphasis and Dramatic Reading
“Stop!” she shouted, her hands trembling so violently that the vase wobbled on the shelf. “You don’t understand what this means!” Her voice cracked with emotion, and for a moment, silence filled the room like a heavy curtain.
Which effect would dramatic reading have on this passage?
It would increase tension and highlight emotional stakes
It would reduce suspense
It would make it funny
It would distract the reader
Passage 4: Constructed Response / Theme
Alex stared at the towering pile of books on his desk. Each page promised a challenge, but the thought of failure gnawed at him. His grandmother’s words echoed: “Knowledge grows only when you dare to try.” With a deep breath, he opened the first book.
What is Alex’s internal conflict?
Choosing whether to start reading despite fear of failure
Deciding what to eat
Planning a vacation
Arguing with a friend
Passage 4: Constructed Response / Theme
Alex stared at the towering pile of books on his desk. Each page promised a challenge, but the thought of failure gnawed at him. His grandmother’s words echoed: “Knowledge grows only when you dare to try.” With a deep breath, he opened the first book.
What theme is suggested in this passage?
Avoid challenges to stay safe
Perseverance and courage in learning
Books are boring
Teachers always give advice
Passage 5: Conflict
During the debate, Sam wanted to voice his opinion, but fear of embarrassment held him back. He clenched his fists and debated silently with himself over whether speaking up would lead to respect or ridicule.
Identify the external conflict.
Sam vs. classmates
Sam vs. himself
Sam vs. fear
Both A and C
Passage 5: Conflict
During the debate, Sam wanted to voice his opinion, but fear of embarrassment held him back. He clenched his fists and debated silently with himself over whether speaking up would lead to respect or ridicule.
Identify the internal conflict.
Sam deciding whether to speak despite fear
Sam arguing with the teacher
Sam leaving the room
Sam studying
Passage 6: Figurative Language
The clouds wept tears of rain, drenching the city streets. The lamplights shimmered like golden fireflies trapped in jars, guiding the late-night wanderers through the storm.
What type of figurative language is used in “The clouds wept tears of rain”?
Metaphor
Simile
Personification
Hyperbole
Passage 6: Figurative Language
The clouds wept tears of rain, drenching the city streets. The lamplights shimmered like golden fireflies trapped in jars, guiding the late-night wanderers through the storm.
What is the effect of the personification?
It makes the rain seem angry and alive
It creates humor
It confuses the reader
It describes temperature
Passage 6: Figurative Language The clouds wept tears of rain, drenching the city streets. The lamplights shimmered like golden fireflies trapped in jars, guiding the late-night wanderers through the storm. Q14: Which is an example of a simile?
The clouds wept
Lamplights shimmered like golden fireflies
Streets drenched
Guiding wanderers
Passage 7: Flashback and Foreshadowing
Before entering the abandoned house, Mara recalled the fire that had destroyed her childhood home. A shiver ran down her spine, as if the past was warning her that danger lurked nearby.
Identify the flashback.
Mara entering the house
Recalling the fire
Shivering
Danger lurking
Passage 7: Flashback and Foreshadowing
Before entering the abandoned house, Mara recalled the fire that had destroyed her childhood home. A shiver ran down her spine, as if the past was warning her that danger lurked nearby.
Identify the foreshadowing.
Danger lurked nearby
Mara entered the house
She remembered childhood friends
Opening the door
Passage 8: Compare/Contrast / Chronological / Cause & Effect
Ella and Mia trained for the marathon differently. Ella followed a strict schedule, running every morning and tracking her diet, while Mia relied on sporadic workouts and natural talent. In the end, Ella crossed the finish line first, while Mia struggled to keep pace.
Compare Ella and Mia.
Both practice randomly
Ella trains consistently; Mia relies on natural talent
Both are equally consistent
Both do not train
Passage 8: Compare/Contrast / Chronological / Cause & Effect Ella and Mia trained for the marathon differently. Ella followed a strict schedule, running every morning and tracking her diet, while Mia relied on sporadic workouts and natural talent. In the end, Ella crossed the finish line first, while Mia struggled to keep pace. Q18: Identify cause and effect.
Cause: Mia trained randomly; Effect: Struggled to keep pace
Cause: Ella trained; Effect: Got tired
Cause: Both trained; Effect: Same result
Cause: Ella slept; Effect: Won
Passage 8: Compare/Contrast / Chronological / Cause & Effect
Ella and Mia trained for the marathon differently. Ella followed a strict schedule, running every morning and tracking her diet, while Mia relied on sporadic workouts and natural talent. In the end, Ella crossed the finish line first, while Mia struggled to keep pace.
How does chronological order help the reader?
Shows training first, results later
Confuses the events
Adds suspense only
Reduces clarity
Passage 9: Dictionary Entry
Vigilant (adjective) – keeping careful watch for danger or difficulties
What is the part of speech of “vigilant”?
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Passage 9: Dictionary Entry
Vigilant (adjective) – keeping careful watch for danger or difficulties
Which sentence uses “vigilant” correctly?
The vigilant guard noticed the intruder immediately.
Vigilant ran fast.
She vigilant quickly.
He is vigilantly sleeping.
Passage 10: Author’s Purpose
The article explained the effects of climate change on polar bears, describing melting ice caps and declining food sources.
What is the author’s purpose?
To entertain
To inform and persuade
To confuse
To narrate fiction
Passage 10: Author’s Purpose
The article explained the effects of climate change on polar bears, describing melting ice caps and declining food sources.
Which evidence supports the author’s purpose?
Describing melting ice caps and declining food
Telling a joke about animals
Describing a fantasy forest
Listing unrelated statistics
Passage 11: Grammar & Punctuation
Identify the dash: “He knew what was coming—disaster.”
Shows sudden break
Separates adjectives
Ends sentence
Joins unrelated ideas
Passage 11: Grammar & Punctuation
Identify the semicolon: “I wanted to call; she was already on her way.”
Joins two independent clauses
Lists items
Shows dialogue
Ends sentence
Passage 11: Grammar & Punctuation
Identify commas in a descriptive phrase: “The tall, mysterious man entered quietly.”
Separates adjectives
Lists items
Joins sentences
Shows dialogue
Passage 11: Grammar & Punctuation
Identify commas in a nonessential element: “My sister, who loves chess, won the tournament.”
Surrounds extra information
Shows dialogue
Lists items
Ends sentence
Passage 11: Grammar & Punctuation
Identify commas after introductory words: “Finally, the team celebrated their victory.”
After introductory word “Finally”
After “team”
After “celebrated”
No commas
Passage 11: Grammar & Punctuation
Identify the verb mood: “If I were braver, I would explore the cave.”
Indicative
Imperative
Subjunctive
Interrogative
Passage 12: Suspense, Figurative Language
Thunder shook the house as rain pelted the windows. Shadows danced across the walls, and the wind’s howl seemed almost alive. She held the candle tightly, knowing the power could fail at any moment.
Which shows suspense?
Shadows danced across the walls
Knowing the power could fail at any moment
Thunder shook the house
Rain pelted the windows
Passage 12: Suspense, Figurative Language Thunder shook the house as rain pelted the windows. Shadows danced across the walls, and the wind’s howl seemed almost alive. She held the candle tightly, knowing the power could fail at any moment.
Q31: Which is imagery?
Shadows danced across the walls
Holding the candle
Power could fail
She knew she was safe
Passage 12: Suspense, Figurative Language
Thunder shook the house as rain pelted the windows. Shadows danced across the walls, and the wind’s howl seemed almost alive. She held the candle tightly, knowing the power could fail at any moment.
What figurative language is used in “wind’s howl seemed almost alive”?
Metaphor
Personification
Passage 13: Narrative / Conflict / Cause and Effect
Liam’s dog ran into the street, chasing a squirrel. He sprinted after it, but a car honked sharply, stopping him just in time. Liam realized he needed to teach his dog obedience before an accident happened.
What is the main conflict?
Liam chasing the dog and preventing danger
Dog eating food
Liam playing inside
Liam walking slowly
Passage 13: Narrative / Conflict / Cause and Effect
Liam’s dog ran into the street, chasing a squirrel. He sprinted after it, but a car honked sharply, stopping him just in time. Liam realized he needed to teach his dog obedience before an accident happened.
What is the internal conflict?
Liam worrying about the dog's safety
Dog chasing squirrel
Car honking
Squirrel running
Passage 13: Narrative / Conflict / Cause and Effect
Liam’s dog ran into the street, chasing a squirrel. He sprinted after it, but a car honked sharply, stopping him just in time. Liam realized he needed to teach his dog obedience before an accident happened.
Identify cause and effect.
Cause: Dog runs into street; Effect: Liam chases dog
Cause: Liam runs; Effect: Dog hides
Cause: Car honks; Effect: Dog sleeps
Cause: Liam teaches dog; Effect: Dog runs
