6th/7th Grade ELA NSCAS Review

Question 1

When using text coding symbols a "question mark" next something means...

Accepted Answer

I have a question or don't understand this

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Chronological

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

idiom

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

To explain how to make a pasta recipe.

Question 5

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 6

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

Accepted Answer

A dog needs plenty of exercise.

Question 7

She is a walking dictionary! (Figurative Language?)

Accepted Answer

metaphor

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

third person limited

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

surprise ending

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Toyota's new Hybrid is good for nature.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

claim

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Second Person

Question 13

This diagram would help...

Accepted Answer

A dental school student.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

personification

Question 15

Common reactions to suspense are...

Accepted Answer

anxiety, knots in your stomach

Question 16

Most students perspective about homework is...

Accepted Answer

they dislike homework

Question 17

The following type of image is called a...

Accepted Answer

Infographic

Question 18

The following chart indicates that...

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

To identify Point of View you must do what?

Accepted Answer

NEVER look at the dialogue.

Question 20

To identify Point of View you must do what?

Accepted Answer

Look at pronouns used in the text.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

hyperbole

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 23

Green grass grows wildly in the great field.

Accepted Answer

alliteration

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

To describe the beaches of Hawaii.

Question 25

Stage directions in a drama are used to to what?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 26

The following paragraph uses...

Accepted Answer

imagery

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

I connect with the text

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

First Person

Question 29

How did the author try to organize this specific text?

Accepted Answer

Chronological

Question 30

Little pictures have big ears. (Figurative Language?)

Accepted Answer

personification

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

metaphor

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

theme

Question 33

In poetry rhythm is...

Accepted Answer

The beat by which you read.

Question 34

Would this chart be applicable today? Why?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

Thesis Statement

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

Taking time do things right pays off in the end.

Question 37

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

Accepted Answer

satisfied

Question 38

The first sentence in a closing paragraph does what?

Accepted Answer

Restates Thesis Statement

Question 39

The following diagram would be most helpful for...

Accepted Answer

a butcher

Question 40

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

Accepted Answer

rhyme

Question 41

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

Accepted Answer

bridge

Question 42

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

Accepted Answer

Pepsi is actually good for your teeth and mouth.

Question 43

The purpose of the author is to...

Accepted Answer

To inform the reader about global warming effects.

Question 44

An extreme exaggeration of the truth is called a _____________________.

Accepted Answer

hyperbole

Question 45

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

Accepted Answer

This is something important

Question 46

How did the author organize the text below?

Accepted Answer

Cause and Effect

Question 47

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

Accepted Answer

what people use their cell phones for.

Question 48

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

Accepted Answer

Listening to end sound of each line.

Question 49

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

Accepted Answer

peaceful

Question 50

A teachers perspective about proper grammar is what?

Accepted Answer

Teachers believe grammar is important.

Question 51

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

Accepted Answer

fog, mysterious characters, dark night

Question 52

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

Accepted Answer

Third Person Omniscient

Question 53

A vegetarian's perspective about eating meat is what?

Accepted Answer

It is cruel, It is disgusting

Question 54

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

Accepted Answer

Know the Best Meat Cuts

Question 55

Understanding a poets background is important because...

Accepted Answer

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 56

Do you love your Language Arts class this year?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 57

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

Accepted Answer

compare and contrast

Question 58

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

Accepted Answer

Volvo is a great family car.

Question 59

Through this image, I can tell that...

Accepted Answer

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

Question 60

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

Accepted Answer

strongly motivated

Question 61

Peter Pan pokes pins at Captain Hooks poor head. (figurative language used?)

Accepted Answer

alliteration

Question 62

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

Accepted Answer

personification

Question 63

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

Accepted Answer

onomatopoeia

Question 64

A theme is the ____________ of a story.

Accepted Answer

lesson, moral

6th/7th Grade ELA NSCAS Review

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6th/7th Grade ELA NSCAS Review

Questions 70