ELA Test Prep and Review - Middle School Level

Question 1

This diagram would help...

Accepted Answer

A dental school student.

Question 2

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

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surprise ending

Question 3

Green grass grows wildly in the great field.

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alliteration

Question 4

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

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

Question 5

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

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This is something important

Question 6

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

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The anatomy of a tooth., Tooth decay

Question 7

In an essay, the final sentence in an introductory paragraph is the ...

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Thesis Statement

Question 8

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

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personification

Question 9

A vet's perspective about getting your dog exercise is what?

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A dog needs plenty of exercise.

Question 10

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

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

Question 11

The following paragraph uses...

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imagery

Question 12

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

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personification

Question 13

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

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Chronological

Question 14

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

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

Question 15

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

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Second Person

Question 16

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

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Pepsi is actually good for your teeth and mouth.

Question 17

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

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To describe the beaches of Hawaii.

Question 18

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

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idiom

Question 19

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

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To explain how to make a pasta recipe.

Question 20

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 21

A teacher's perspective about proper grammar is what?

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Teachers believe grammar is important.

Question 22

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

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compare and contrast

Question 23

The following chart indicates that...

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

Question 24

An extreme exaggeration of the truth is called a _____________________.

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hyperbole

Question 25

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 26

In an essay, the first sentence of an introductory paragraph should be the __________.

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hook

Question 27

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

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alliteration

Question 28

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

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Listening to end sound of each line.

Question 29

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 a writers influences., It helps you understand what inspired the writer.

Question 30

Through this image, I can tell that...

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

Question 31

To identify Point of View you must do what?

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Look at pronouns used in the text.

Question 32

Most students perspective about homework is...

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they dislike homework

Question 33

Would this chart be applicable today? Why?

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

Question 34

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

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claim

Question 35

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

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simile

Question 36

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

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hyperbole

Question 37

In an essay, the first sentence in a closing paragraph does what?

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Restates Thesis Statement

Question 38

The purpose of the author is to...

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To inform the reader about global warming effects.

Question 39

How did the author try to organize this specific text?

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Chronological, Problem and Solution

Question 40

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

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theme

Question 41

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 42

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

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rhyme

Question 43

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

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mataphor

Question 44

Do you love your Language Arts class this year?

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Yes

Question 45

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

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onomatopoeia

Question 46

Stage directions in a drama are used to to what?

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

Question 47

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

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I have a question or don't understand this

Question 48

To identify Point of View you must do what?

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NEVER look at the dialogue.

Question 49

How did the author organize the text below?

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Cause and Effect

Question 50

A vegetarian's point of view about eating meat is what?

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It is disgusting, It is cruel

Question 51

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

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what people use their cell phones for.

Question 52

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

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Toyota's new Hybrid is good for nature.

Question 53

In poetry rhythm is...

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The beat by which you read.

Question 54

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

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Know the Best Meat Cuts

Question 55

To identify Point of View you must do what?

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Look for the thoughts and feelings of the characters.

Question 56

The following type of image is called a...

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Infographic

Question 57

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

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bridge

Question 58

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the underlined word.

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sad

Question 59

Common reactions to suspense are...

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knots in your stomach, anxiety

Question 60

The following diagram would be most helpful for...

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a butcher

Question 61

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the underlined word.

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strongly motivated

Question 62

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

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Volvo is a great family car.

Question 63

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the underlined word.

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peaceful

Question 64

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

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satisfied

ELA Test Prep and Review - Middle School Level

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ELA Test Prep and Review - Middle School Level

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