What is the main purpose of a fictional story?

to entertain and tell a made-up story

What is a simple sentence?

a sentence that consists of just one independent clause

Why is it important to use evidence in your writing?

To support the main idea and make it stronger

What is a fictional narrative?

A story that is made up from the writer's imagination

What does a colon do?

to introduce a list or explanation

What is first person POV?

the narrator tells the story with "I" or "we"

Miss Lou's writing class...

is the most fun, is your favorite class ever, IS THE BEST EVER!, has the best teacher

What is the main goal of persuasive writing?

To convince the reader to agree with your opinion

Which of the following sentences would be considered a good topic sentence?

There are many reasons to love cats!

Which of the following is a good example of evidence in writing about animals?

"dogs are loyal because they stay by their owner's side"

Which of the following is an example of figurative language?

the leaves danced in the wind like little ballerinas

When writing fiction, what should you do to make your story interesting?

Add details and make your characters / events exciting

What is a non-fiction narrative?

A story based on real events or experiences

When writing about your favorite hobby, what should you do to include evidence?

Tell why you like it and give examples or facts about it

What should you be doing during the revising stage of the writing process?

check for clarity and organization

What does a metaphor do?

compares something without using like or as

What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

to provide a main idea or argument

What is something that usually is a feature in a folktale?

They often include animals or characters that speak and act like humans

What is a key element of a good fictional story?

imaginary characters and events

What of the following makes folktales unique to other stories?

They often teach a lesson or moral?

What is a common feature of non fiction writing?

It uses pictures and facts to explain a topic?

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1
Which of the following is a good way to persuade someone?
Use facts and strong reasons
Only tell your opinions
Avoid giving any reasons for your opinion
Use confusing words to trick the reader
2
Which of the following is an example of non-fiction writing?
A fantasy novel
A book about dinosaurs
A story about a talking animal
A poem about flowers
3
What is the main purpose of a fictional story?
to teach facts
to give directions
to explain how something works
to entertain and tell a made-up story
4
Which of the following words is a preposition?
happy
quickly
jump
under
5
Exclamatory sentences express:
a command
a question
an opinion
an emotion
6
What is a protagonist?
the side character
the hero of the story
the narrator
the villain
7
What is a simple sentence?
a sentence with one dependent clause and one independent clause
a sentence that is simple
a sentence with two independent clauses
a sentence that consists of just one independent clause
8
What should always be included at the beginning of an essay?
a surprise ending
a strong conclusion
a boring introduction
an interesting hook
9
Why is it important to use evidence in your writing?
to change the topic of your writing
To support the main idea and make it stronger
to add pictures to your story
To make the story longer
10
What is a fictional narrative?
A report on a book about monsters
A list of facts about animals
A story that is made up from the writer's imagination
A story based on real facts
11
What does a colon do?
it connects two clauses
it separates independent clauses
it indicates a pause
to introduce a list or explanation
12
Which of the following is the third person POV?
You felt sad.
"Let's go to the pond" I said.
He felt sad.
I felt sad.
13
What is first person POV?
the narrator is an outsider telling the story
the narrator knows everything about all the characters
the narrator uses "you"
the narrator tells the story with "I" or "we"
14
What part of speech describes a noun?
preposition
adverb
verb
adjective
15
What is the main character in a story called?
protagonist
plot
narrator
antagonist
16
Miss Lou's writing class...
is the most fun
is your favorite class ever
IS THE BEST EVER!
has the best teacher
17
What is the main goal of persuasive writing?
To tell a story
To explain how to do something
To convince the reader to agree with your opinion
To share interesting facts
18
What is the first step in the writing process?
publishing
revising
editing
prewriting
19
Which of the following sentences would be considered a good topic sentence?
In conclusion...
First...
There are many reasons to love cats!
I like to eat...
20
Which of these is not a type of figurative language?
alliteration
personification
hyperbole
conjunction
21
Which of the following is a good example of evidence in writing about animals?
"dogs are loyal because they stay by their owner's side"
"animals are fun"
"animals live in the zoo"
"I like animals"
22
What part of speech is the word "quickly"?
verb
noun
adjective
adverb
23
A story's conflict refers to:
the friend group
the character's name
the time period
the main problem
24
Which of the following is an example of figurative language?
the sky is cloudy
she is writing in her notebook
he ran quickly
the leaves danced in the wind like little ballerinas
25
What is an onomatopoeia?
a comparison of two unlike things
an exaggeration
a type of conjunction
a word that imitates a sound
26
What does an adjective do?
asks a question
describes a noun
connects words
describes a verb
27
When writing fiction, what should you do to make your story interesting?
Avoid describing characters and what they look like
Use real names only
Only write about things you see everyday
Add details and make your characters / events exciting
28
What part of the writing process involves checking for errors?
editing
prewriting
brainstorming
publishing
29
What is non-fiction writing mainly about?
Fairy tales
Imaginary stories
Made-up adventures
Real facts and information
30
Interrogative sentences typically end with...
question marks
exclamation marks
commas
periods
31
What is a non-fiction narrative?
A story based on real events or experiences
A story that is made up
A fictional story with imaginary characters?
A poem about animals
32
When writing about your favorite hobby, what should you do to include evidence?
Tell why you like it and give examples or facts about it
Write a story about your hobby
Draw a picture of your hobby
Write a list of other hobbies
33
Which of these is a good way to start a fictional story?
The water cycle is...
Once upon a time...
My science project...
The list of ingredients includes...
34
What should you be doing during the revising stage of the writing process?
write new ideas
check for clarity and organization
look at the punctuation
share the final draft
35
Which of these is a simile?
Life is a journey.
Time is a thief.
He is as brave as a lion
Her smile is sunshine.
36
Which of the following sentences is an interrogative sentence?
Close the door.
Do you like ice cream?
Wow, that was amazing!
I love reading?
37
What does a metaphor do?
compares something using "like" or "as"
exclaims an emotion
describes something using sensory details (smell, touch, taste, sight)
compares something without using like or as
38
Which of the following words is a coordinating conjunction?
because
but
although
since
39
What does an imperative sentence do?
to tell a story
to express an opinion
to ask a question
to give a command or request
40
What is the purpose of a thesis statement?
to entertain
to conclude
to provide a main idea or argument
to introduce characters
41
What is something that usually is a feature in a folktale?
They are always based on true stories
They often include animals or characters that speak and act like humans
They are only about historical figures
They are written in complex languages
42
Which of these is a declarative sentence?
What a beautiful sunset.
Stop talking,now!
I LOVE reading books!
Can we go outside?
43
What is a key element of a good fictional story?
a list of facts
real facts
imaginary characters and events
instructions on how to do something
44
What part of the story introduces the setting and characters?
exposition
resolution
falling action
climax
45
Which sentence correctly uses apostrophe?
The cats' toy is broken.
The cat is broken's toy.
The cat's toy is broken.
The cats toy is broken.
46
Which of these sentences has a metaphor?
She is as tall as a giraffe.
He swims like a fish.
The classroom was a zoo.
Time is a thief.
47
Which of the following is a good way to start a non-fiction report?
Suddenly, out of nowhere...
I love to play...
Did you know that...
Once upon a time,
48
What of the following makes folktales unique to other stories?
They are written in poetry form
They are always set in a specific time and place
They often teach a lesson or moral?
They always feature a hero who defeats a monster
49
What is a common feature of non fiction writing?
It always has a happy ending
It uses pictures and facts to explain a topic?
It is filled with made-up characters
It is written to make you laugh
50
Which of the following is an example of a fictional story?
a weather forecast
a story about a talking dragon
a report about animals
a list of school rules
51
Which sentence is correct?
I seen her there.
They going to the store.
He goes to the store.
She go to the store.
52
A declarative sentence...
asks something
states a fact or opinion
gives a command
expresses an emotoon
53
What is the purpose of a conclusion?
to ask more questions
to summarize the most important points
to confuse the reader
to introduce a new idea
54
Which might be a phrase you could use in persuasive writing?
I think that...
Did you know that...
Once upon a time...
In conclusion, I believe that...
55
What type of figurative language is this: The stars were diamonds in the sky.
simile
metaphor
personification
hyperbole
56
Which of the following is an example of a non-fiction narrative?
A fairytale about dragons
A comic book about superheroes
A memoir about a trip to the zoo
A fantasy story set in space
57
Which of the following is an interrogative sentence?
I am going to the store.
Let's go now!
Would you like to join me?
It is such a nice day.
58
Identify the prepositional phrase in the following sentence: The cat is under the table.
is under
the cat
under the table
the table
59
Which of the following is an example of non-fiction writing?
A poem about an imaginary friend
A how-to guide on making cookies
A book about going on a quest and fighting monsters
A story about your stuffy coming to life
60
What do you need at the end of every complete sentence?
verb
punctuation mark
noun
conjunction
61
What does a narrator do?
tells the story
writes the story
illustrates the book
creates the dialogue
62
What is a common characteristic of a folktale?
They ALWAYS involve magic and fantastical creatures
They are written by famous authors only
They are based on real historical events
They are passed down orally from generation to generation
63
What is a conjunction?
a word that describes a noun
a word that shows location
a word that joins words or groups of words
an action word
64
What sentence uses a semicolon correctly?
I like pizza; and ice cream.
I like pizz; I don't like broccoli.
I like pizza; also ice cream.
I like pizza; but I don't like broccoli.
65
Which of the following is an exclamtory sentence?
Where are you going?
What a wonderful world!
It is a bright day.
Please be quiet.
66
What is the main purpose for using descriptive language in writing?
to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind
to leave things out
to make the writing longer
to confuse the reader
67
The climax of the story is...
the setting
the resolution
the most exciting part
the beginning
68
What is an antagonist?
the hero
the villain
the side character
the author
69
Why are nonfiction narratives important?
They are only for Miss Lou to read
They make up stories for entertainment
They always rhyme
They help us learn about real people, places, and things
70
What is the main goal of a fictional narrative?
To inform the reader about facts
To persuade someone to buy something
To describe a process
To entertain or tell a story
71
Which sentence uses commas correctly?
I have apples oranges, and bananas.
I have, apples, oranges, and bananas.
I have apples oranges and bananas.
I have apples, oranges, and bananas.
72
An imperative sentence...
expresses strong emotion
tells a fact
makes a command or request
asks a question
73
"Her words were music to my ears!" Is an example of...
aliteration
simile
a compound sentence
metaphor
74
What is the time and place a story occurs?
setting
theme
conflic
plot
75
What is the main idea of a paragraph?
a transition word
the conclusion
a supporting detail
the central idea
76
Identify the subject: The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.
dog
brown
jumps
fox
77
Which of the following is an imperative sentence?
What time is it?
I think it is late.
Please close the window.
It is raining.
78
What is an example of an onomatopoeia?
I heard a loud "BUZZZ" as I came closer to the beehive.
She ran fast.
The flower smelled sweet.
The sky is vast.
79
What is the theme of the story?
the setting
the message or lesson
the main character
the plot twist
80
Which element is usually found in a fictional narrative?
A list of facts
Real dates and places
Instructions on how to do something
Imaginary characters and events
81
Which of the following is a compound sentence?
She loves dancing, and she loves singing.
If she loves dancing.
She loves dancing and singing.
Because she loves dancing.

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