Figurative Language
What does the phrase “hit the nail on the head” mean?
A. To cause damage
B. To be exactly right
C. To work very hard
D. To miss the point
B. To be exactly right
Each of the players must bring (their/his or her) own uniform.
A. their
B. his or her
C. its
D. them
A. their
A passage explains how recycling reduces waste and encourages readers to recycle more.
What is the author’s purpose?
A. entertain
B. inform only
C. persuade
D. describe
C. persuade
The scientist’s explanation was so lucid that even beginners could understand it.
A. confusing
B. clear
C. lengthy
D. boring
B. clear
The word “relic” most nearly means:
A. danger
B. memory
C. leftover from the past
D. decoration
C. leftover from the past
“The wind whispered through the trees.”
Which type of figurative language is used?
A. Alliteration
B. Personification
C. Hyperbole
D. Metaphor
B. Personification
Which sentence uses the apostrophe correctly?
A. The dogs bone was buried in the yard.
B. The dog’s bone was buried in the yard.
C. The dogs’ bone was buried in the yard.
D. The dogs’s bone was buried in the yard.
B. The dog's bone was buried in the yard.
Choose the sentence with an error:
(1) The museum exhibit was both informative and engaging.
(2) Many visitors were impressed by its interactive displays.
(3) There was less exhibits than expected.
(4) Overall, the experience was memorable.
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 3
D. Sentence 4
C. Sentence 3
(“fewer exhibits,” not “less”)
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!
The author’s candid remarks surprised the audience.
A. rehearsed
B. guarded
C. blunt
D. exaggerated
C. blunt
Why do most townspeople avoid the bridge?
A. It is too far away
B. It is considered unsafe
C. It has no historical value
D. It is difficult to find
B. It is considered unsafe
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!
“He has a heart of stone.”
What does this phrase suggest?
A. He is physically strong
B. He is emotionally cold
C. He is easily hurt
D. He is very brave
B. He is emotionally cold.
Choose the correct punctuation:
I wanted to go to the party however I had too much homework.
A. I wanted to go to the party, however I had too much homework.
B. I wanted to go to the party however, I had too much homework.
C. I wanted to go to the party; however, I had too much homework.
D. I wanted to go to the party: however, I had too much homework.
C. I wanted to go to the party; however, I had too much homework.
Maria studied for hours every night and sought extra help from her teacher. On test day, she felt confident.
What can be inferred?
A. Maria dislikes studying
B. Maria is unprepared
C. Maria will fail
D. Maria values hard work
D. Maria values hard work
The once opulent estate had fallen into disrepair.
A. modest
B. luxurious
C. remote
D. ancient
B. luxurious
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!
The river is described as “indifferent to her presence” to suggest:
A. the river is calm and peaceful
B. nature is unaffected by human concerns
C. Elena is not afraid of the river
D. the river is dangerous and loud
B. nature is unaffected by human concerns
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!
“She was drowning in a sea of homework.”
Which combination of figurative language is used?
A. Simile and personification
B. Metaphor and hyperbole
C. Idiom and alliteration
D. Personification and simile
B. Metaphor and hyperbole
Which sentence uses quotation marks correctly?
A. She said that, “she would be late.”
B. She said that she would be late.
C. She said, “She would be late.”
D. She said “She would be late.”
C. She said, “She would be late.”
The committee will (accept/except) new members until Friday.
A. accept
B. except
The dog wagged (its/it’s) tail excitedly.
A. its
B. it’s
A. accept
A. its
Although the directions seemed clear at first, they became increasingly ______ as the task continued.
A. precise
B. ambiguous
C. helpful
D. detailed
B. ambiguous
The tone of the passage is best described as:
A. humorous
B. suspenseful
C. reflective
D. angry
C. reflective
“The silence in the room was deafening.”
Which type of figurative language is used?
A. Irony
B. Hyperbole
C. Oxymoron
D. Simile
C. Oxymoron
Choose the correctly spelled word.
A. definitely
B. definatly
C. definately
D. definetly
A. definitely
Pencil : Write :: Knife : ______
A. cut
B. sharp
C. draw
D. paper
A. cut
The speaker attempted to mitigate the tension in the room.
A. increase
B. ignore
C. lessen
D. analyze
Which statement best reflects a theme of the passage?
A. Rules should always be followed
B. The past can never be understood
C. Physical risks lead to personal growth
D. Even what is lost can still hold meaning
D. Even what is lost can still hold meaning