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1
What is the author's purpose of this text?
to inform you about the Food Group Pyramid
to entertain with a story about pyramids
to explain how to go shopping for food
to persuade you to eat vegetable
2
Read the passage. What is the theme?
Evil can easily be defeated.
Good and evil always exist together in the world.
People often forget the things they don't want to remember.
Good people are difficult to find.
3
What is the author's purpose of this passage?
to entertain with a story about a girl who enjoyed the circus
to persuade you to visit the circus
to teach you about the animals in the circus
to explain how much it costs to attend the circus
4
Using context clues what does
cringe mean in this sentence?
I
cringed
when I heard her drag her nails on the chalkboard.
jump in excitement
shrink back in disgust or fear
5
We can infer from this passage that...
Jason was not a very good player
Jason was the best player.
Caitlin wanted Jason on her team.
Caitlin had a hard time choosing a team member.
6
Which is an example of theme?
Justice
Inequality
Hope
Your past does not define you.
7
A story's main theme might be difficult to figure out because:
It has little to do with plot, characters, and other story elements
It is rarely stated explicitly
Authors rarely want the reader to figure it out
Only complicated, adult stories have themes
8
Use context clues what does
peddler mean?
I bought this hat from the
peddler
in the park.
a person who sells small items
a person who gives away free items.
hatmaker
a person who sells illegal items
9
Combine these sentences:"I waited eagerly for my grandma to come visit _____ I had not seen her since Christmas."
For
Or
Bur
And
10
Which is an example of external conflict?
Katniss's need to stay alive vs with her love for Peeta in The Hunger Games
Harry Potter battling Voldemort
Harry Potter struggling with the Slytherin aspects of his personality
11
I didn't like creeping down the dark alley.
From which point of view is this sentence written?
Second person
First person
Third person, omniscient
Third person, objective
12
Which would be an example of third person narration?
"When in doubt, you should always avoid checking out a scary noise."
"I must be gaping at them. "I'm sorry," I say, and flee."
"Good timing, kitten," Gomez says.
13
In the statement, "You are my everything." you can infer...
The author misses someone.
The author is in love.
The author is dying.
The author hates someone.
14
How does the speaker's point of view influence how the rose is described?
Believing that the rose is not real, the speaker exaggerates its qualities
Impressed by the rose, the speaker explains what makes it so admirable
Feeling pity for the rose, the speaker lists all of its hardships.
Curious about the rose, the speaker asks several questions about it.
15
Which sentence from the selection supports that the computer was not working properly?
Rita had to write out her story instead of typing it.
Ritaʼs homework was not finished.
Rita took three hours to finish her homework.
Ritaʼs homework was not done correctly.
16
Determine if the clause is INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT"Although I am hungry."
DEPENDENT
INDEPENDENT
17
Which is an example of theme?
Risha took a bad situation and made the most of it.
People's decisions are often an indication of their true character.
Jack is a follower.
Connor overcame his obstacles with his mindset.
18
Define
evidence.
description
proof
example
clue
19
Read the passage and answer the question.
at camp
in California
at a slumber party
on a picnic
20
Is this direct or indirect characterization?Jack thinks his sister is weird for putting ketchup in her milk.
direct
indirect
21
Read the poem. What is surprising about the rose?
The rose learned to breathe fresh air.
The rose lived a long life.
The rose learnt to walk without having feet.
The rose grew from a crack in the concrete.
22
What is happening?
Tim is sad because his dog doesn't have a house to live in.
Tim is taking a trip to visit people he doesn't know.
Tim is taking Thor to live with his grandmother.
Tim is moving to California with his family.
23
Read the passage. What is the theme?
Friendships do not last long.
Friends can be cruel.
Friendships can last even when friends are apart.
You can't be friends with someone you can't see.
24
From this statement, "I was hit on my way to school this morning," you can infer...
A bird landed on my head.
I am a baseball.
I was in a car accident.
My brother punched me.
25
Which of the following is an example of first person point of view?
"Your player should honorably serve as a representative of your faction."'
I shall turn out to be the hero of my own life, or I shall perish.
As Harry squelched along the deserted corridor, he came across a monster.
26
"Because I said so" is an example of...
A sentence
A dependent clause
A phrase
An independent clause
27
What is the main idea of this passage?
A Rodeo bull's attention is easily caught by Rodeo clowns.
Sometimes clowns can mean serious bussiness.
Rodeo clowns protect cowboys by putting themselves in danger.
Cowboys and Rodeo Clowns are constantly in danger.
28
Which lines support the theme:
People can overcome difficulties and succeed.
"Proving nature's laws wrong it/ learned to walk without having feet."
"Did you hear about the rose that grew / from a crack in the concrete?
"Funny it seems, but by keeping its dreams," (Line 5)
"when no one else ever cared." (Line 8)
29
Define
exemplify.
the likelihood of their being imitated.
interpret
be a typical example of
conceptual evidence
30
"BAM!" is an example of...
alliteration
hyperbole
onomatopeoia
understatement
31
You want Ms. Weber to buy you Starbucks. You KNOW that she loves coffee. What would you say to her to persuade her?
You should buy me a Starbucks because I feel sad.
You should buy me a Starbucks because they are a great company.
You should buy me a Starbucks because tyou could get yourself a coffee too!
You should buy me a Starbucks because I've never been before.
32
The lipstick on her face was blood dripping from a gaping wound
, is an example of:
hyperbole
simile
metaphor
alliteration
33
The character trying to prevent the resolution of the conflict is called
villain
antagonist
hero
protagonist
34
Characters that are complex & undergo development or change are...
round
confused
flat
developing
35
Define
describe.
explain
interpret
exemplify
to tell or depict in written or spoken words
36
The text structure that shows events taking place over time or gives steps is...
Description
Chronological
Question and Answer
Cause and Effect
37
Using context clues what does
barter mean?
Let's
barter
at lunch. I'll take your cupcake for these 2 cookies.
trade
create or make
38
This sentence is grammatically correct: Although I am hungry. I will wait to eat until everyone is at the table.
True
False
39
Tayln was feeling nervous about the big football game; but the team captain was confident.
This was written in second person POV.
This was written third person limited POV.
This was written third person objective POV.
This was written third person omniscient POV.
40
What is the tone of the following sentence:Kareem made a silly face at Beth.
Excited
Angry
Frightened
Playful
41
True or False: Tone is the feeling or atmosphere that a piece of writing creates within the reader.
False
True
42
If you wanted to teach your sister how to do her makeup, which text style would you most likely use?
Entertaining
Persuasive
Explanation
Informational
43
"The Oreos are calling my name." is an example of....
irony
alliteration
personification
round characters
44
A brief accounting of the main points or happenings of some specific thing is a _______.
summary
thesis statement
critique
hyperbole
45
Using context clues what does
rejected
mean
?
My mother
rejected
the job in DC, because she got a better job in NYC.
turned down, refused
accepted, took
46
This sentence is grammatically correct.
Even though the teachers are mean they do care.
False
True
47
Which sentence suggests that Joanna rode her bike to school?
Joanna went four blocks on her way to school.
Joanna crossed three streets on her way to school.
Joanna had to put her helmet inside the classroom closet.
Joannaʼs hair was a little messy when she got to school.
48
What is the main idea of this passage?
Soccer players learn how to dribble.
They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score.
Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.
They learn how to work together as teammates.
49
Using context clues, define "redundant": She said the same thing 8 times; she's
redundant
.
bothersome
annoying
resplendant
repetivitve
50
Examples of Figurative Language Include:
Metaphor, Simile, Hyperbole
Flat Characters
Allusions & References
Verbal, Situational, Dramatic Irony
51
Direct or indirect? Jack looked at his sister with a strange look on his face after she put ketchup in her milk.
indirect characterization
direct characterization
52
English is the best class of the day.
I don't want to pass English class
True
53
From this picture, we can infer:
The children are eating.
The children are making lunch.
The children do not like this food.
The children are baking a cake.
54
What is characterization?
Character traits
The process in which the author creates a believable character.
What a character looks like and what are his actions
What a character says and thinks
55
What's the best revision to this sentence?"My dog barked at the squirrel he also barked at the cars."
My dog barked at the squirrel, so he also barked at the cars.
My dog barked at the squirrel, and he also barked at the cars.
My dog barked at the squirrel, yet he also barked at the cars.
My dog barked at the squirrel, but he also barked at the cars.
56
Combine these sentences."I want to go to the movies ____ first I need to finish my homework."
But
Or
And
For
57
Read the passage. What is the theme?
Friendships do not last long.
Friendships can last even when friends are apart.
Friends can be cruel.
You can't be friends with someone you can't see.
58
Define
infer.
to distinguish between ideas
to provide an example of
to draw a conclusion based on evidence
to create interpretations
59
Which word creates a calm tone?Startled by the storm, the anxious kitten snuggled up to the napping golden retriever.
snuggled
startled
anxious
storm
60
This sentence needs a comma:
Clowns juggled while the audience waited for the show to start.
True
False
61
What's the best conjunction to connect these 2 independent clauses?
I can go to the mountains ____I can go to the beach.
And
Or
But
For
62
This sentence is grammatically correct:
Often teachers repeat themselves to ensure you understand.
True
False
63
The ______________ of a poem refers to the way it is presented to the reader.
tone
motif
structure
theme
64
What can you infer about Macey from this passage?
Macey has trouble making decisions.
Macey is very excited about getting glasses.
Macey is mad at her mother.
Macey does not want glasses.
65
What is the main idea?
Is what the passage is mostly about
It is the sequence of the story.
It's the lesson the author wants you to learn.
It's the authors point of view
66
If you wanted to convince your mom to let you get a new puppy, which text style would you most likely use?
Informational
Persuasive
Entertaining
Explanation
67
Which of the sentences below uses words with positive connotations?
My Aunt Sally is ancient and outdated.
My Aunt Sally is mature and experienced.
68
Define
characterize.
the vocabulary a character uses
to describe the character or individual quality of
how the character looks
69
What can you infer about Everett from this passage?
Everett had never been to a grocery store
Everett's dad needs help with shopping.
Everett's dad does not shop often
Everett is very young
70
"Becky’s beagle barked and bayed, becoming bothersome for Billy." is an example of...
Consonnace
Rhyme
Assonance
Alliteration
71
The main lesson the author is trying to convey in a literary text is the...
mood
author's purpose
tone
theme
72
Determine if the clause is INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT."The dog slept by the fireplace."
Independent
Dependent
73
The character who is trying to resolve a conflict is called the...
villain
hero
protagonist
antagonist
74
Why is it important for readers to understand an author’s purpose for their writing?
This helps the reader understand the text better.
The author might get their feelings hurt if their writing is misunderstood.
An author will not make money if their text is misunderstood.
A reader is uneducated if they do knot author's purpose.
75
Read the poem. What is theme of The Rose that Grew from the Concrete?
All living things need support to grow.
We learn from our failures.
People can overcome difficulties and succeed.
Nature can overcome problems better than people.
76
What is the main idea of this passage?
tells that people live to be 100
why people live to be 70
about the health of females
how long you might expect to live
77
What is the text structure of this passage?
chronological / sequence
compare and contrast
descriptive
cause and effect
78
What is direct characterization?
Reavealing the personality of a character through the speech, actions,
telling the audience what the personality of the character has.
79
What is indirect characterization?
Revealing the personality of a character through speech, actions, etc
The narrator tells the audience what the personality of the character has.
80
How can we identify the author's purpose for writing something?
Flip a coin.
Skim the text
Ask the author.
Find key words & phrases used throughout the text to analyze the theme.
81
What do you know about Jack?
Jack looked at his sister with a strange look on his face after she put ketchup in her milk.
Jack thinks his sister is weird for using ketchup in her milk.
Jack doesn't care what his sister does.
Jack thinks his sister is making a good choice.
82
This text structure tells what is the conflict, or problem, and how it was resolved.
Cause and Effect
Problem and Solution
Chronological
Main Ideas and Details
83
Two-dimensional characters that are relatively uncomplicated and do not change are...
Round characters
Two dimensional Characters
Boring
Flat Characters
84
Is this direct or indirect characterization?
direct
indirect
85
What's the best revision to this sentence?"My dog barked at the squirrel he also barked at the cars."
My dog barked at the squirrel, so he also barked at the cars.
My dog barked at the squirrel, but he also barked at the cars.
My dog barked at the squirrel, yet he also barked at the cars.
My dog barked at the squirrel, and he also barked at the cars
86
Is this direct or indirect characterization?
Indirect
Direct
