Year 8 English Competition

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

hyperbole

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

theme

Question 3

The first sentence in a closing paragraph does what?

Accepted Answer

Restates Thesis Statement

Question 4

Understanding a poets background is important because...

Accepted Answer

It helps you understand a writers influences., It helps you understand the context for much of the writing., It helps you understand what inspired the writer.

Question 5

To identify Point of View you must do what?

Accepted Answer

Look at pronouns used in the text.

Question 6

An extreme exaggeration of the truth is called a _____________________.

Accepted Answer

hyperbole

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

fog, dark night, mysterious characters

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Listening to end sound of each line.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

This is something important

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

strongly motivated

Question 12

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 13

A teachers point of view about proper grammar is what?

Accepted Answer

Teachers believe grammar is important.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

sad

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

alliteration

Question 16

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 17

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

Accepted Answer

bridge

Question 18

She is a walking dictionary! (Figurative Language?)

Accepted Answer

metaphor

Question 19

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 20

This diagram would help...

Accepted Answer

A dental school student.

Question 21

Green grass grows wildly in the great field.

Accepted Answer

alliteration

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

Toyota's new Hybrid is good for nature.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

claim

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

peaceful

Question 25

To identify Point of View you must do what?

Accepted Answer

NEVER look at the dialogue.

Question 26

In poetry rhythm is...

Accepted Answer

The beat by which you read.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

Tooth decay, The anatomy of a tooth.

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

satisfied

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

metaphor

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

Know the Best Meat Cuts

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

I connect with the text

Question 32

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 33

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

Accepted Answer

I have a question or don't understand this

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

Volvo is a great family car.

Question 35

To identify Point of View you must do what?

Accepted Answer

Look for the thoughts and feelings of the characters.

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

onomatopoeia

Question 37

Most students point of view about homework is...

Accepted Answer

they dislike homework

Question 38

Do you love your Language Arts class this year?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 39

The following paragraph uses...

Accepted Answer

imagery

Question 40

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 41

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

Accepted Answer

rhyme

Question 42

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 43

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

Accepted Answer

third person limited

Question 44

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

Accepted Answer

A dog needs plenty of exercise.

Question 45

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

Accepted Answer

Thesis Statement

Question 46

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 47

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

Accepted Answer

what people use their cell phones for.

Question 48

The following type of image is called a...

Accepted Answer

Infographic

Question 49

A theme is the ____________ of a story.

Accepted Answer

moral, lesson

Question 50

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

Accepted Answer

personification

Question 51

How did the author try to organize this specific text?

Accepted Answer

Chronological

Question 52

The first sentence of an introductory paragraph should be the __________.

Accepted Answer

hook

Question 53

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

Accepted Answer

Chronological

Question 54

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

Accepted Answer

personification

Question 55

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

Accepted Answer

surprise ending

Question 56

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

Accepted Answer

Second Person

Question 57

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

Accepted Answer

To explain how to make a pasta recipe.

Question 58

Little pictures have big ears. (Figurative Language?)

Accepted Answer

personification

Question 59

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

Accepted Answer

idiom

Question 60

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

Accepted Answer

Pepsi is actually good for your teeth and mouth.

Question 61

Common reactions to suspense are...

Accepted Answer

knots in your stomach, anxiety

Question 62

How did the author organize the text below?

Accepted Answer

Cause and Effect

Question 63

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 64

The purpose of the author is to...

Accepted Answer

To inform the reader about global warming effects.

Year 8 English Competition

Questions 70

Year 8 English Competition

Questions 70