English Phineas Gage Review

What is one way that Phineas changed?

Jessie has a _____________ to lie, so I don't trust her.

to get rid of

Which of the following is NOT an example of expository writing?

We worked hard to ____________ the untrue rumors, but they just kept coming back.

to confuse

harmless

After a bitter _______________ about his medicine, the old man stormed out of the pharmacy. 

tendency

Some people tell white lies because they feel like they are ____________.

Which of the following is the WEAKEST way to begin your introduction?

Though many students that the kid was kidding, his question was actually asked in ____________.

Phineas suffered a

Adverb: We were running wildly down the hill.

Phineas survived the accident because

Which of the following is the best guideline for writing an introduction?

deadly or destructive

calm, quiet

Because she was so _______________, the new student made friends quickly.

After Phineas was injured, he wanted to

Instead of helping, the medicine had a ______________ effect on my brother.

Linking verb: Look at the sky!

showing deep sincerity or seriousness

to bring under control

Linking Verb: I feel bad.

Math has always ________________(ed) me. I guess it's just not my strength.

Preposition: We sat on the bench. 

a long, angry speech

Adjective: Tom was afraid.

friendly

Which of the following BEST illustrates Phineas's change after the accident?

Which of the following BEST explains how Phineas was lucky?

I enjoy getting up early while everyone else is asleep and the house is ___________.

An expository essay is made up of

We have a very difficult time ___________(ing) our puppy when he gets excited.