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What does it usually show about a character when they get ready carefully before meeting someone?
A. They are annoyed
B. They want to make a good impression
C. They are confused
D. They are in a hurry
B. They want to make a good impression
Why do poets sometimes repeat words describing movement?
A. To slow the pace
B. To show the movement is continuous
C. To confuse the reader
D. To describe the weather
B. To show the movement is continuous
“cost-efficient” method does what?
A. Wastes money
B. Uses resources wisely
C. Requires expensive tools
D. Never works
B. Uses resources wisely
If something isn’t reused or repurposed, where does it usually end up?
A. A museum
B. A landfill
C. A school
D. A store
B. A landfill
What punctuation is needed for dialogue?
A. Colons
B. Quotation marks
C. Parentheses
D. Dashes
B. Quotation marks
If a character stays very quiet during an important moment, what does it often suggest?
A. They are relaxed
B. They are angry
C. They are nervous
D. They are bored
C. They are nervous
If a character’s hair is described using unpleasant imagery, what does that usually show?
A. They are well-groomed
B. They are carefree
C. They appear messy or rough
D. They are wealthy
C. They appear messy or rough
What helps a reader figure out the meaning of an unfamiliar word?
A. Context clues
B. Pictures
C. The title
D. The author’s name
A. Context clues
You see a character practicing a speech over and over. What can you infer?
A. They don’t care
B. They want to quit
C. They forgot the assignment
D. They're nervous
B. They want to quit
Where should a comma go after an introductory phrase?
A. After the introductory phrase
B. Before the verb
C. After the last word of the sentence
D. Nowhere
A. After the introductory phrase
If a character fidgets with something in their pocket, what mood does that create?
A. Nervous
B. Joyful
C. Sleepy
D. Annoyed
A. Nervous
What type of conflict is created when jealousy causes danger for others?
A. Character vs. Nature
B. Character vs. Society
C. Character vs. Self
D. Character vs. Character
D. Character vs. Character
If an author “reveals” a character trait, what are they doing?
A. Hiding it
B. Ignoring it
C. Changing it
D. Showing it
D. Showing it
A character checks their reflection and takes a deep breath. What can you infer?
A. They dislike mirrors
B.They are hungry
C. They are sick
D. They are preparing for something important
D. They are preparing for something important
How do you fix a run-on sentence?
A. Add a period or conjunction
B. Remove all verbs
C. Make it longer
D. Add random commas
A. Add a period or conjunction
A character gives up something they planned to use for themselves. What does this show?
A. They don’t care about others
B. They are selfish
C. They are confused
D. They are thoughtful
D. They are thoughtful
How does an author create suspense during a dangerous situation?
A. Through tense action and vivid details
B. By adding peaceful imagery
C. By describing everyday activities
D. By avoiding description
A. Through tense action and vivid details
Which detail would show a character is embarrassed?
A. Avoiding eye contact
B. Standing tall
C.Speaking loudly
D. Laughing confidently
A. Avoiding eye contact
A character gives someone else the only snack they brought. What can you infer?
A. They didn’t want it
B. They are generous
C. They are frustrated
D. They are angry
B. They are generous
Which is the correct punctuation for extra information in the middle of a sentence?
A. No punctuation
B. Two periods
C. Commas around the phrase
D. All caps
C. Commas around the phrase
What does it show about a character who tries very hard to stay calm around someone they like?
A. They dislike the person
B. They want to impress them
C. They are ignoring them
D. They want to leave
B. They want to impress them
What is a common theme in stories where characters risk everything for someone they love?
A. Betrayal
B. Loyalty and sacrifice
C. Greed
D. Isolation
B. Loyalty and sacrifice
Tone clues help the reader understand—
A. How long the story is
B. The emotion of the scene
C. The characters’ ages
D. The author’s biography
B. The emotion of the scene
If the ending of a story shows a character learning a lesson, what can you infer?
A. The author included a theme
B. The author changed genres
C. The author wanted a cliffhanger
D. The author didn’t finish the story
A. The author included a theme
A sentence is hard to understand. What should you do?
A. Add unrelated words
B. Delete the subject
C. Reword it and add correct punctuation
D. Leave it confusing
C. Reword it and add correct punctuation