Reading
Grammar
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Sentences
Big Talk
100
Ancient people used dolls as __________ to bring them good fortune.
a) Weapons b) Tools c) Lucky charms d) Pets
c) Lucky charms
100
What is the object in this sentence?
He saw a man on a hill with a telescope.
He saw a man on a hill with a telescope.
100
Name one transition word that could fit in the blank.
Friendship is very important for teenagers. For one, friendships teach you how to understand other people's feelings. This is important because learning to be kind and caring is a skill that can help in all areas of life. Not only that, good friends support each other when times are tough. When you face challenges, they help you stay strong. [ ], friends also share fun moments, making your life more enjoyable. Finally, spending time with friends can make you feel happy and relaxed. To conclude, friendship is an essential part of growing up and becoming a better person.
Additionally, moreover, also, in addition, furthermore, etc.
100
What is the topic and main idea of this sentence?
Knitting isn’t just a fun hobby–it has a variety of benefits for your brain and emotional health.
Topic: knitting
Main idea: has benefits for the brain/emotional health
100
Here is the answer to a Big Talk question. After reading the answer, what do you think the question was?
"In 24 hours, I would take time to be with my family and friends. I want to spend that time feeling the love from my mom and dad, and to talk with the people I am closest to. Then, I want to finish my last day with a really delicious meal."
Sample answer: If you had one day left to live, what would you do?
200
Which word has a similar meaning to decompose?
a) grow b) break down c) resistant d) shred
b) break down
200
Clarify this sentence by changing the position of the modifier.
She wore a bicycle helmet on her head that was too large.
She wore a bicycle helmet that was too large on her head .
200
Which transition word CAN’T go in the blank?
Social media has a big impact on teenagers today. As you know, social media also helps teens find and share information so they can learn about new ideas and stay updated on current events. [ ], social media can also cause problems like bullying or stress. As a result, it's important to use it responsibly and carefully. Many teenagers use social media to stay in touch with their friends–it helps them keep up with what’s happening in each other's lives. All in all, social media can be both helpful and harmful, so it’s important to find a healthy balance.
1. Therefore
2. On the other hand
3. However
4. In contrast
1) Therefore
200
Re-write the sentence to make it complete.
If you give a mouse a cookie, when he feels hungry.
Sample answer: If you give a mouse a cookie, he will eat it when he feels hungry.
200
Here is the answer to a Big Talk question. After reading the answer, what do you think the question was?
"The power to stop time would be so useful. When I’m tired and don’t want to wake up, I could just stop time until I finish sleeping. Or, if I’m running late to school, I could pause time so that I can run quickly and make it before the bell. I could even use this ability to finish my assignments last minute. It would be the best superpower!"
Sample answer: If you had one superpower, what would it be and why?
300
Name one factor for South Korea’s low life satisfaction.
Money (economic inequality), Age (not enough help for the older people)
300
Write two modifiers for this picture.
The smiling man is wearing a green watermelon.
300
Which passage has better flow? Give one reason why it is better.
1. Finally, Goldilocks went upstairs. She saw three beds, and she was sleepy, so she lay on the first bed. It was too hard. Then she lay on the second bed, but it was too soft. She lay on the third bed, and it was just right! She fell asleep.
2. Goldilocks went upstairs. She saw three beds. She was sleepy. She lay on the first bed. It was too hard. She lay on the second bed. It was too soft. She lay on the third bed. It was just right. She fell asleep.
The first passage has better flow. It uses diverse sentence starters, and it has mixed sentence lengths.
300
Re-write this topic sentence to include a hook. (It can be 2 sentences if you like.)
The novels of Han Kang, including The Vegetarian, show the power of Korean literature.
Sample answer: Did you know that Han Kang won the 2024 Novel Peace Prize? Han’s novels show the power of Korean literature.
300
Here is the answer to a Big Talk question. After reading the answer, what do you think the question was?
"I really admire Younha Kim. Not only is she really pretty, but she is incredibly hardworking and talented at figure skating. I think she did a great job of representing Korea to the world. Also, did you know that she is a good singer, too?"
Sample answer: Who is your role model? Why?
400
The __________ allowed factories to produce large numbers of dolls quickly.
(hint: factories, steam trains, 1800s, England)
Industrial Revolution
400
Change the following sentence fragment into a complete sentence.
Running quickly down the street.
Sample answer: Running quickly down the street, the children were laughing and shouting.
400
Find the incorrect transition word in this passage.
Regular exercise is good for both the body and the mind. To start, exercise improves your ability to focus and study. It can make you more productive and improve your grades. Exercise also helps you feel better emotionally. Nevertheless, exercise releases endorphins, which make you feel happy. It helps you stay healthy and strong. Moreover, it can reduce the risk of many diseases like heart disease. To conclude, exercise is an important habit that benefits both your physical and mental health.
Nevertheless (for contrasting information only)
400
Please choose the topic sentence that best fits this paragraph.
[ ] When everyone wears the same clothing, it removes the pressure of keeping up with fashion trends and allows students to focus more on their education. Uniforms can make students feel equal, regardless of their background or financial situation, promoting a sense of unity and belonging. This can also help reduce bullying based on clothing choices, as students are judged less by their appearance and more by their character and actions. Overall, school uniforms can create a positive, inclusive environment where students feel connected to each other.
1. Students should not wear school uniforms because it’s unfair.
2. School uniforms are more fun for students than regular clothing.
3. Most students choose their own school uniforms.
4. Wearing school uniforms creates an equal environment for students.
4) Wearing school uniforms creates an equal environment for students.
400
Here is the answer to a Big Talk question. After reading the answer, what do you think the question was?
"I wish I could relax more. I’m always feeling anxious about the future and about my work, but it doesn’t really help me out. When I see other people who are relaxed and chill, I feel jealous because they aren’t as stressed as I am! Overall, that’s the biggest thing I wish could be different."
Sample answer: What do you wish you could change about yourself? Why?
500
In the reading “Doing Something about an Increasingly Plastic World” what were the three solutions for reducing plastic waste?
1) converting plastic into crude oil
2) replacing plastic with collagen
3) using mealworms(or caterpillars) to break down plastic
500
Find the incomplete sentence(s) in the passage and fix them.
One day, Rip into the mountains to hunt. He walked for a long time and soon felt very tired. Rip found a group of strange men in the woods. Were playing a game and drinking a strange drink. Rip sat down with them and drank some of their drink. Soon, he fell asleep.
Rip found a group of strange men who were playing a game and drinking a strange drink in the woods.
500
Please improve the flow of the passage using at least two different strategies. Be ready to read your new passage.
The three bears came home. They noticed that someone had eaten all their porridge. They saw that someone had sat in their chairs. They saw that someone had been in their beds. The three bears found Goldilocks. She was sleeping in Baby Bear’s bed! She woke up. She ran out of the house.
Sample answer:
Eventually, the three bears came home. In the kitchen, they noticed that someone had eaten all their porridge. Then they saw that someone had sat in their chairs. When they went into the bedroom, they saw that someone had been in their beds. Finally, the three bears found Goldilocks. She was sleeping in Baby Bear’s bed! Suddenly, she woke up and ran out of the house.
500
Write a concluding sentence for this paragraph that uses an independent AND a dependent clause.
Now let’s consider PE classes. Physical education classes contribute to students’ wellbeing and health. Exercise increases blood flow to the brain, which can improve memory, focus, and learning. When students participate in PE classes, they get new energy and reduce their stress, making it easier to focus in class. Regular exercise can also help students learn teamwork skills, which are important for success both in and out of school. [ ].
Sample answer: Overall, PE classes are important for students because they allow them to reduce their stress, focus on their studies, and develop social skills.
500
Here is the answer to a Big Talk question. After reading the answer, what do you think the question was?
"I’m most proud of graduating from university with two degrees. Since I had to earn a lot of my own money during that time, I worked many jobs while I studied. Even so, I tried hard and managed to get good grades. There were some times when I wanted to give up, but I didn’t, even when I made mistakes or felt really depressed. I think that because it was such an exhausting and difficult time, I’m even more proud of my achievement."
Sample answer: What is your biggest accomplishment?