Grammar
Which of the following sentences is correct?
A) I goed to the store.
B) I went to the store.
C) Im going to the store.
B) I went to the store.
In the sentence, "The storm was so intense that we could barely see the road ahead." What does the word intense most likely mean?
A) Calm
B) Strong
C) Light
D) Dark
B) Strong
Which of the following is a key characteristic of a poem?
A) Prose
B) Rhyming words
C) Paragraphs
D) Tables and charts
B) Rhyming words
What does the word consent mean?
A) Refusal
B) Permission
C) Confusion
D) Advice
B) Permission
Who wrote Romeo and Juliet?
A) Charles Dickens
B) Mark Twain
C) William Shakespeare
D) Jane Austen
C) William Shakespeare
Which of the following is a compound sentence?
A) Because it was raining, we stayed inside.
B) We stayed inside and watched a movie.
C) It was raining, so we stayed inside.
D) While we stayed inside, it kept raining.
C) It was raining, so we stayed inside.
Breakdown: A compound sentence has two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (like and, but, or, so, yet).
In the sentence, "She was so obstinate that no matter how many times we explained, she refused to change her mind," what does the word obstinate most likely mean?
A) Friendly
B) Stubborn
C) Smart
D) Generous
B) Stubborn
In the line "The moonlight danced on the waves," what literary device is being used?
A) Simile
B) Personification
C) Metaphor
D) Hyperbole
B) Personification – The moonlight is given the human quality of "dancing."
What does the word conceited most likely mean?
A) Humble and shy
B) Confident but respectful
C) Too proud of oneself
D) Nervous and unsure
C) Too proud of oneself
What college/university did Ms. Young graduate from?
A.) Auburn University
B.) Florida Gulf Coast University
C.) College of Coastal Georgia
D.) Presbyterian College
C. College of Coastal Georgia
Which of the following sentences uses the correct punctuation?
A) I have a dog, a cat, and a rabbit.
B) I have a dog and a cat, and a rabbit.
C) I have a dog, a cat and a rabbit.
A) I have a dog, a cat, and a rabbit.
In the sentence, "The teacher praised the student's work as exemplary, noting how well it met all of the assignment's criteria," what does exemplary mean?
A) Below average
B) Perfect
C) Average
D) Poor
B) Perfect
What is the rhyme scheme in the following stanza?
"The sun sets low in the sky (A)
The stars begin to appear (B)
It paints the clouds with a fiery dye (A)
As night draws ever near." (B)
A) ABBA
B) ABAB
C) AABB
D) AAAA
C) AABB – The first two lines rhyme with each other, and the second two lines rhyme with each other.
In the context of the sentence, "The teacher’s astute observations helped the students improve their writing," what does astute mean?
A) Thoughtful
B) Insightful and perceptive
C) Mean
D) Uninterested
B) Insightful and perceptive
Who holds the record for the most career home runs in MLB history?
A) Babe Ruth
B) Barry Bonds
C) Hank Aaron
D) Alex Rodriguez
B) Barry Bonds (762)
Choose the correct version of the sentence:
A) Neither the students nor the teacher were late.
B) Neither the students nor the teacher was late.
C) Neither the students nor the teacher is late.
B) Neither the students nor the teacher was late. – "Teacher" is singular, so the verb should be "was."
The general’s laconic reply to the reporter’s barrage of questions was unexpected—he simply said, “No comment,” and walked away.
What does the word laconic most likely mean as used in the sentence?
A) Rude and dismissive
B) Short and to the point
C) Angry and defensive
D) Thoughtful and detailed
B) Short and to the point
Explanation: The sentence describes how the general gave a very brief response—just “No comment”—despite being asked many questions. This context suggests that laconic means using very few words or being concise and to the point.
In Robert Frost's poem "The Road Not Taken," the speaker says, "I took the one less traveled by, / And that has made all the difference." What is the speaker suggesting with this line?
A) That taking the less common path has had a significant impact on their life.
B) That the two paths were equally significant in their journey.
C) That they regret not taking the more popular path.
D) That the decision didn't matter in the long run.
A) That taking the less common path has had a significant impact on their life.
The manager’s belligerent tone during the meeting created a tense atmosphere, making it clear he was ready for a confrontation rather than a discussion.
What does the word belligerent most likely mean in this sentence?
A) Assertive and confident
B) Blunt and impatient
C) Combative and aggressive
D) Direct and serious
C) Combative and aggressive
Breakdown: The key phrase in the sentence is “ready for a confrontation rather than a discussion.” That shows the manager wasn’t just being assertive or direct—he was being hostile and looking for a fight.
What nickname did Titusville earn due to its proximity to the Kennedy Space Center?
A) Rocket City
B) Space City USA
C) Astroville
D) Launchpad Town
B) Space City USA. In the 1960s, Titusville was nicknamed "Space City USA" because of its close association with the space program.
Identify the sentence with the correct use of a semicolon.
A) I like pizza; and I like pasta.
B) I like pizza; I like pasta.
C) I like pizza, I like pasta.
B) I like pizza; I like pasta. – A semicolon is used to join two independent clauses without a conjunction.
In the sentence, "The artist's new painting was so abstract that it was difficult to understand what it was supposed to represent," what does abstract mean?
A) Simple and clear
B) Full of details
C) Difficult to understand
D) Realistic
C) Difficult to understand
Read the excerpt from the poem “Harlem” by Langston Hughes:
"What happens to a dream deferred?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore—
And then run?"
What does the speaker suggest about dreams that are delayed or unfulfilled?
A) Dreams will eventually fade and lose their importance.
B) Dreams will remain unchanged and continue to grow.
C) Dreams, when ignored, can cause negative consequences, like frustration or decay.
D) Dreams will always be achieved, regardless of delay.
C) Dreams, when ignored, can cause negative consequences, like frustration or decay.
In the sentence, "Her laconic response left us all wondering about her true feelings," what does laconic mean?
A) Very detailed
B) Brief and to the point
C) Enthusiastic
D) Confused
B) Brief and to the point
What year did Astronaut High School open?
A.) 1972
B.) 1968
C.) 1983
D.) 1993
A. 1972
Astronaut High School in Titusville, Florida, opened its doors in 1972. The school was established to alleviate overcrowding at Titusville High School, which had nearly 3,000 students at the time. The school's name reflects its proximity to the Kennedy Space Center, highlighting the area's rich history in space exploration.