Steve took his brother to a movie. Dad gave Steve money and asked him to bring home change. First, Steve had to figure out how much the movie would cost. Then he had to determine how much they needed for snacks. Steve had enough money for the snacks. He also had change to return to his father. Steve's father was pleased.
After Steve figured out how much the movie would cost he _____________________.
A. had money left for snacks and for change.
B. stayed home.
C. gave all the money to his father.
A. had money left for snacks and for change.
100
What are the three reasons a writer writes?
(Think PIE)
persuade
inform
entertain
100
If you lived in South Africa, you would celebrate a holiday called Freedom Day. Freedom Day is held on April 27th each year. It is a day to remember something that happened in 1994. On this day people of all races were allowed to vote for their government. People became free.
What does 'races' mean
A. ethnic groups
B. contests
C. speeds
A. ethnic groups
100
If you want a good grade, you'd better hit the books.
What does "hit the books" mean?
A. You should hide your books.
B. You should study your books
B. You should study your books.
100
Which sentence is a compound?
A. Amanda wore the red dress but it was dirty.
B. Bob likes to eat potato chips.
C. Silly Sally went to town upside.
A. Amanda wore the red dress but it was dirty.
200
What is the point of the Introduction paragraph?
To introduce the topic and to encourage the reader to want to read more.
200
Tebow is going to London, England for Christmas.
You can assume Tebow will get there by _________.
A. walking
B. flying
C. skipping
B. flying
200
Please be careful with that vase, as it is very fragile.
What does fragile mean?
breakable
200
Dan was tired and decided to hit the hay.
What does 'hit the hay' mean?
A. Dan was tired from throwing hay.
B. Dan was tired and went to bed.
B. Dan was tired and went to bed.
200
If someone is about open a present. What emotion can you infer?
excited
300
How many paragraphs is the body of an essay?
3 paragraphs
300
Bob fell off his bicycle and hurt his arm. Dr. Evans took an X-ray of Bob's arm. It was broken. Dr. Evans put Bob's arm in a cast. She told Bob that the cast would keep his broken arm from moving. A broken arm heals faster if it is kept still. Dr. Evans told Bob to come back in six weeks. She would remove the cast and Bob's arm would be healed.
What could Bob not do?
A. go home
B. move his arm
C. eat his dinner
B. move his arm
300
Look at this outline:
I. Sports
A. Baseball
B. Basketball
C. Football
1.
2. Dallas Cowboys
3. Denver Broncos
What is the best fit for C1?
A. St. Louis Cardinals
B. New Orleans Saints
C. Marlin Bulldogs
B. New Orleans Saints
300
The lawyer disputed the decision, arguing that it was unfair.
What does disputed mean?
argue
300
Summarize the following short short story: (main points)
Mindless Behavior decided to have a concert in Marlin, TX. The concert was suppose to start at 7:00 P.M. on December 1, 2011 but ended up starting at 8:00 P.M. As the band was making there way to Marlin their limo was stopped by a herd of cows. Mindless Behavior was so excited when the last cow crossed the road.
A herd of cows made Mindless Behavior late for their concert in Marlin, TX.
400
What is the point of the conclusion paragraph?
To restate your main points. Sum it all up.
400
Tebow is exhausted after the Broncos beat the Chicago Bears.
The word: exhausted. Tell me what it means? Give me a word that has the opposite meaning?
Exhausted: tired
Opposite: energized, to have energy, excited
400
What sentence is a fact? (true statement)
A. Tebow is the best football player ever.
B. Mindless Behavior has the best Christmas song on the radio.
C. Baylor quarterback, Robert Griffin III won the Heiman Trophy.
C. Baylor quarterback, Robert Griffin III won the Heiman Trophy.
400
Cause/Effect
Everyone walked quietly to their seats as they entered the classroom.
What is the effect?
They will get a 'good job class' by the teacher and possible a ticket.
500
How many paragraphs are in an essay?
Five
500
The football is wanting new uniforms for next year. How do you think they would describe the old uniforms?
A. clean, shiny
B. scratchy, filthy, shaggy
C. Bright, sharp, sweet
B. scratchy, filthy, shaggy
500
Which of the following would be considered nonfiction?
A. Aliens attacking Marlin Middle School.
B. An article about when the first car was made.
C. Talking dogs that live in California.
B. An article about when the first car was made.
500
The crooks had a diabolical scheme, an evil lot to take over the world.
What does 'diabolical' mean?
evil
500
Which of the following is an opinion?
A. The worst invention is the stamp.
B. Christmas is celebrated on December 25
C. School break starts on December 22