ELA Sem. #1 Assessment

Conflict: Phil is trying to be the top salesman, but Chad keeps selling more houses.

Marking the Text, is used to read critically and thoughtfully. What are the three (3) steps of the MtT strategy?

Select the correct usage: The [children's/childrens'] books were treasured gifts.

Writiting Process: Which stage is when the writer generates ideas and uses a graphic organizer?

What does R.A.R.E. stand for?

Select the descriptive adjectives: The anxious dog doesn't want of the tasty treats.

Characterization: Lisa was the smartest girl in the class.

ID figurative lang.: The rainbow smiled its colorful rays upon me.

ID figurative. language: We are dead meat when mom finds out we peeked at our gifts!

In a topic sentence, which word is appropriate for an "SW?"

Which word is not a proper noun.

Is this punctuated correctly? The movie is creepy yet I continue to watch it.

Characterization: Jenny shopped nonstop; even though she didn't have money for rent .

Is this punctuated correctly? He paints, and draws nightly.

STEAL: the 'L' stands for...

STEAL: the 'A' stands for...

Plot: When are we introduced to the initial conflict?

PUNCTUATION: "He needs to turn in his uniform," said Coach Wry, "Because it will be used for the baseball team"

ID the simple subject: The family's vintage painting was worth millions.

Identify the possessive pronoun: You will need to pick us up, so we can catch our flight.

Is this correctly capitalized? "My Uncle and Aunt Doris are famous guitar players."

ID figurative lang: The last day of school is taking forever!

ID figurative lang: The twig snapped under his foot.

Which word is not a common noun.

What does T.A.M.I.O. stand for?

When starting a topic sentence, you can use the formula [SW + O + P]. The "SW" stands for...

Characterization: Which type of characterization is clearly stated by the author?

Choose the correct usage: Darth Vader wouldn't choose [any / none] of the Storm Troopers.

Characterization: Jerry was a slap stick comedian who made the old folks laugh hysterically.

CONFLICT: Which one is not one of the four types of conflict?

Is this punctuated correctly? I need these items: bandages, pens, and hangers.

Which word is an adverb?

Plot: What is the most dramatic point of the story?

ID figurative lang: Daniel dreads dull days.

Identify the conjunction.

Characterization: As Bart climbed the steps to the mall, he spit his gum onto the sidewalk.

The response strategy, RARE, is also known as...

Characterization: Which type of characterization uses STEAL?

Part of speech that shows a relationship between a noun/pronoun or some other word in the sent.

ID the simple predicate: Jack properly demonstrated a somersault.

WRITING PROCESS: Before editing a paper, you should do which step?

Select the correct usage: The surfer performs the tricks extremely [well/good].

Characterization: The principal walked into the meeting, and everyone was silent.

ID sent. type: Running on empty, he decided to stop for a quick snack.

TAMIO = The "T. A. M." appear where in the paragraph?

Writing Process: Which stage does the author submit and share their final draft?

Select the correct usage: The fashion stylist has really [good/well] taste in clothing.

The subject pronoun of the sentence: On Monday Night Football, we won the game!

Part of speech that answers: "how, when, where, why, and to what extent."

STEAL: the 'S' stands for...

Is this punctuated correctly? The race is scheduled for December 21, 2020, in Mesa, Arizona.

CONFLICT: Identify the conflict...an individual runs a red light

CONFLICT: Identify the conflict...an employee gets fired by his demanding boss

Characterization: Bob ran to the scene of the accident, so he could offer his assistance.

ID sent. type: He studied while they slept.

Select the correct usage: Ariane's love song was [my/mine] favorite of all time!

Part of speech that answers..."which one, how many, what kind, or whose?"

Identify the proper noun.

Is this punctuated correctly? "We went for pizza, and we watched a movie at the same time!

Part of Speech that connects words, phrases, and clauses:

Identify the common noun.

ID sent. type: Because he is talented, he wants to act out all the parts.

Is this punctuated correctly? Since we won we went out for ice cream.

CONFLICT: Which conflict is the battle within a character's mind or emotions?

T.A.M.I.O. is used for...

Conflict: Lily did her own version of the class's routine, so she is in detention.

ID sent. type: The coach yelled for his athletes, yet they ignored him.

STEAL: The 'T' represents...

ID the compound predicate: Hans and Luke will constantly laugh and tease each other.

When do you use R.A.R.E.?

Writing Process: Which stage does the author correct errors in capitalization, usage, punctuation, and spelling?

Identify the type of noun that is specific and needs to be capitalized?

ID figurative lang: He spends his days as a couch potato.

ID the compound subject: Pam and Dori both love to shop and drive fast cars.

Conflict: Claire wants to make her dad proud.

ID sent type: I want money, and I want fame!

Is this correctly capitalized? "My Math 101 class and my boring History class start too early."

Plot: Which part of the plot provides closure to the protagonist's conflict?

Which word is an adjective?