Prefixes and Suffixes
One of the most _____ and exciting discoveries in astronomy is the existence of exoplanets, which are planets outside outside solar system.
a. believing
b. unbelievable
c. believe
d. beliefs
B. unbelievable
The art museum was the best field trip we took during 5th grade.
a. simple
b. complex
c. compound
d. none of the above
a. simple
What is the theme of a story?
a. The lesson or message
b. The problem
c. The setting
d. Information about the main character
a. The lesson or message
"10 reasons to Switch to Electric Cars Today"
a. to persuade
b. to inform
c. to entertain
a. to persuade
Since the store was closed, we couldn't buy any groceries or supplies.
The italic words are an example of:
a. cause
b. effect
c. neither
a. cause
What is the main idea of a passage?
a. the most exciting part
b. a specific detail
c. the central message or point
d. the ending
c. the central message or point
The tiny dog chased the cat around the house and then rested in the sun.
The tiny dog is an example of:
a. simple subject
b. complete subject
c. compound predicate
d. complete predicate
b. complete subject
The ground was covered with leaves and people were wearing sweaters. What season is it?
a. summer
b. winter
c. fall
d. spring
c. fall
Astronomy shows us how small we are in the ____ of space.
a. vast
b. enormous
c. enormously
d. vastness
d. vastness
Even though it's kind of embarrassing to admit, I like mustard on my pizza.
a. simple
b. complex
c. compound
d. none of these
b. complex
Which question can help you find the theme?
a. Who is the main character?
b. Where does the story take place?
c. What lesson can be learned?
d. Who wrote the story?
c. What lesson can be learned?
"The Basics of Healthy Eating and Exercise Habits for Teenagers"
a. to persuade
b. to inform
c. to entertain
b. to inform
He studied hard and got an exceptional score on the final exam.
The italic words are an example of:
a. cause
b. effect
c. neither
b. effect
Which of the following is NOT used to identify the main idea?
a. supporting details
b. the central concept
c. the author's message
d. background noise
d. background noise
Mr. Long and Mrs. Short decorated the gym for the talent show.
Mr. Long and Mrs. Short is an example of:
a. simple subject
b. complete subject
c. compound subject
d. complete predicate
c. compound subject
Juan was holding a box of chocolates and a bouquet of flowers. Where might Juan be going?
a. to a birthday party
b. to a baseball game
c. to the park
d. to the library
a. to a birthday party
Some exoplanets may even ____ support life!
a. potential
b. potentials
c. potentially
d. possible
c. potentially
Jordan didn't study for the test at all, but he still got the highest score in the class.
a. simple
b. complex
c. compound
d. none of these
c. compound
Which theme fits a story about helping a lost pet?
a. Always follow the rules
b. Be kind to others
c. Money makes the world go around
d. Always be on time
b. Be kind to others
"The Tale of Brave Bella and her Best Friend Barry Bear"
a. to persuade
b. to inform
c. to entertain
c. to entertain
After the storm clouds rolled in and the rain began to fall, we had to cancel the picnic.
The italic words are an example of:
a. cause
b. effect
c. neither
c. neither
If the passage is mostly about, "how bees make honey," what is the main idea?
a. the process of bees creating honey
b. bees live in hives
c. honey is sweet
d. bears love honey
a. the process of bees creating honey
The head chef prepared delicious dishes and made sure every plate looked perfect.
The italic words are an example of:
a. compound subject
b. complete predicate
c. compound predicate
d. simple predicate
c. compound predicate
The class was silent, and everyone was writing. What was probably happening?
a. The teacher was reading a story
b. The students were drawing
c. The teacher was angry
d. The students were taking a test
d. The students were taking a test
Astronomers often work to improve our ___ of space by studying things like black holes, galaxies, and nebulae.
a. knowledge
b. known
c. knowledgeable
d. misinform
a. knowledge
My grandma made fluffy, delicious pancakes for breakfast.
a. simple
b. complex
c. compound
d. none of these
a. simple
Which of the following is NOT a theme?
a. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder
b. Never give up
c. Friendships are meaningless
d. Haunted houses scare everyone
d. Haunted houses scare everyone
"The Enchanted Garden of Willow Brook Pines"
a. to persuade
b. to inform
c. to entertain
c. To entertain
They could afford a nice vacation during the summer because they saved money for it.
The italic words are an example of:
a. cause
b. effect
c. neither
b. effect
Which phrase best supports the main idea: "reading books improves vocabulary"?
a. learning words is fun
b. everyone should own a dictionary
c. reading exposes you to new words
d. libraries are quiet
c. reading exposes you to new words
Benito responded to the emergency quickly.
The italic word(s) are an example of:
a. compound subject
b. complete predicate
c. compound predicate
d. simple subject
d. simple subject
The crust of a slice of pizza was sitting on the kitchen floor, and the dog was hiding. What likely happened?
a. The dog wanted to play hide and seek
b. The dog was hungry
c. The dog ate the pizza
d. The dog was excited
c. The dog ate the pizza
The ___1__ of space stations allows astronauts to live and work in space, making new ____2__ about our environment.
1. creation
2. discoveries
My new neighbor with purple hair who lives around the corner.
a. simple
b. complex
c. compound
d. none of these
d. none of these above
Which of the following is an example of a theme?
a. A boy finds a treasure
b. The castle is a magical place
c. Always be kind to others
d. A dog runs away from home and gets lost
c. Always be kind to others
"How to Train Your Puppy to Sit and Stay in 5 Easy-To-Follow Steps"
a. to persuade
b. to inform
c. to entertain
b. to inform
Sid was late for school because he missed the bus and had to walk.
The italic words are an example of:
a. cause
b. effect
c. neither
a. cause
The main idea is often found in which part of a paragraph or story?
a. the middle sentence
b. topic sentence
c. the last word
d. it's always the last sentence of a paragraph or story
b. topic sentence
The protective dog barked furiously at the stranger by the back fence.
The italic words are an example of:
a. compound subject
b. complete subject
c. compound predicate
d. simple predicate
b. complete subject
A dog barked loudly at the mail carrier. What can you infer about the dog?
a. It is hungry
b. It wants to play fetch
c. It is lost
d It doesn't like strangers
d It doesn't like strangers