6th/7th Grade ELA Review

Question 1

An extreme exaggeration of the truth is called a _____________________.

Accepted Answer

hyperbole

Question 2

The following chart indicates that...

Accepted Answer

People are using their phones to do more., Recording videos is not a top priority for cell phone users., Taking pictures is the #1 way people are using their phones.

Question 3

The first sentence of an introductory paragraph should be the __________.

Accepted Answer

hook

Question 4

The candle flame danced in the dark. (Figurative Language?)

Accepted Answer

personification

Question 5

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the bold faced word.

Accepted Answer

sad

Question 6

When interacting with text the text coding symbol below means what?

Accepted Answer

I connect with the text

Question 7

The following type of image is called a...

Accepted Answer

Infographic

Question 8

The box went BOOM as it hit the floor! (Figurative Language?)

Accepted Answer

onomatopoeia

Question 9

She is a walking dictionary! (Figurative Language?)

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metaphor

Question 10

Green grass grows wildly in the great field.

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alliteration

Question 11

What is a claim that can be made from this ad?

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Volvo is a great family car.

Question 12

A rhyme pattern for a poem is determined by...

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Listening to end sound of each line.

Question 13

A vets point of view about getting your dog exercise is what?

Accepted Answer

A dog needs plenty of exercise.

Question 14

The stars winked at me as I looked up at the sky. (Figurative Language?)

Accepted Answer

personification

Question 15

Common reactions to suspense are...

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knots in your stomach, anxiety

Question 16

To identify Point of View you must do what?

Accepted Answer

Look for the thoughts and feelings of the characters.

Question 17

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the bold faced word.

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peaceful

Question 18

This image would go well with an article titled...

Accepted Answer

Know the Best Meat Cuts

Question 19

This diagram would help...

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A dental school student.

Question 20

Little pictures have big ears. (Figurative Language?)

Accepted Answer

personification

Question 21

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the bold faced word.

Accepted Answer

satisfied

Question 22

In poetry rhythm is...

Accepted Answer

The beat by which you read.

Question 23

Select elements of suspense that writers may use to create a suspenseful story.

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fog, mysterious characters, dark night

Question 24

The final sentence in an introductory paragraph is the ...

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Thesis Statement

Question 25

Friends are a persons most valuable possession is an example of _____________.

Accepted Answer

theme

Question 26

When the cat stalks its prey, he is a shadow. (Figurative Language?)

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metaphor

Question 27

What is a claim that can be made from this ad?

Accepted Answer

Pepsi is actually good for your teeth and mouth.

Question 28

Through this image, I can tell that...

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Instagram is a popular service., Instagram is an image sharing site., Starbucks is a top brand.

Question 29

I wanted to do great on the test, so I studied all night. I was thrilled when I got an "A."

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First Person

Question 30

She loved him so much she would do anything for him at the drop of a hat.(figurative language?)

Accepted Answer

idiom

Question 31

When you bake a cake you must mix the flour, sugar, eggs, and baking powder well.

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Second Person

Question 32

The author's purpose for writing this is to...

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To describe the beaches of Hawaii.

Question 33

The kids in the class were all very upset when they saw who the sub was. They all despised him!

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Third Person Omniscient

Question 34

What was the author's intended structure for the following text?

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Chronological

Question 35

Would this chart be applicable today? Why?

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No, because this chart is a bit out dated., No, because uses and data change and evolve over time.

Question 36

A claim that can be made from this ad is...

Accepted Answer

Crest 3D white toothpaste will make your smile super white.

Question 37

In an argumentative essay the _____ helps explain how the evidence supports the topic sentence.

Accepted Answer

bridge

Question 38

Choose the BEST answer: The following scientific diagram shows the viewer....

Accepted Answer

Tooth decay, The anatomy of a tooth.

Question 39

In an argumentative essay, the main idea is called the ___________.

Accepted Answer

claim

Question 40

Shelley got butterflies in her stomach when Ben smiled. She was so in love with him!

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third person limited

Question 41

A theme of the movie TOY STORY is that...

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True friends are there for you always., Good triumphs over evil.

Question 42

Stage directions in a drama are used to to what?

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Tell an actor how to react., To tell an actor how to move or what to do on a stage., To tell the actor how to say their line.

Question 43

To identify Point of View you must do what?

Accepted Answer

Look at pronouns used in the text.

Question 44

Identify the purpose of the author for writing this children's book.

Accepted Answer

To entertain with a story about the love of a parent.

Question 45

Often times suspense writers will include a _____________ in their story.

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surprise ending

Question 46

The following graph would go well with an article about...

Accepted Answer

what people use their cell phones for.

Question 47

The red words in the following poem can help you determine the _______ of the poem.

Accepted Answer

rhyme

Question 48

The following diagram would be most helpful for...

Accepted Answer

a butcher

Question 49

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the bold faced word.

Accepted Answer

strongly motivated

Question 50

Most students perspective about homework is...

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they dislike homework

Question 51

What is the author's intended structure for the excerpt below?

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compare and contrast

Question 52

When interacting with text, if you place a STAR next to something it means...

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This is something important

Question 53

How did the author try to organize this specific text?

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Problem and Solution

Question 54

The author's purpose for writing the following is...

Accepted Answer

To explain how to make a pasta recipe.

Question 55

How did the author organize the text below?

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Cause and Effect

Question 56

A theme is the ____________ of a story.

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moral, lesson

Question 57

My sister is like a Minion! I swear, she is crazy! - What kind of figurative language is used?

Accepted Answer

simile

Question 58

Understanding a poets background is important because...

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It helps you understand the context for much of the writing., It helps you understand what inspired the writer., It helps you understand a writers influences.

Question 59

A theme of the children's tale "The Three Little Pigs" is...

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Taking time do things right pays off in the end.

Question 60

The purpose of the author is to...

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To inform the reader about global warming effects.

Question 61

Do you love your Language Arts class this year?

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Yes

Question 62

What is a claim that can be made from the ad?

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Toyota's new Hybrid is good for nature.

Question 63

When I failed to turn in my project, I think my teacher's head exploded! (Figurative language?)

Accepted Answer

hyperbole

Question 64

The first sentence in a closing paragraph does what?

Accepted Answer

Restates Thesis Statement

6th/7th Grade ELA Review

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6th/7th Grade ELA Review

Questions 70