Words and Meaning
Be careful. If you question the commander in the slightest way, he will perceive that to be a sign of impudence and order you to clean the toilets with a toothbrush.
Based on the information in the sentence, what does the word “impudence” mean?
Impudence: over-confidence / Disrespectful / Questioning Authority
Name at least TWO ways that setting can impact a story.
Setting can create obstacles for characters, set mood or tone, cause conflicts in the character’s environment, show characterization, etc.
Is the following sentence the correctly formatted way to write evidence from the text?
In the story, the author states, Sally was selling sea shells by the sea shore.
No - quotation marks should be around evidence taken from the text.
What smaller word could help a reader figure out the word, “repetition” in the following sentence: Choose the best way to revise the sentence to eliminate unnecessary repetition.
A. Repeating
B. Petting
A. Repeating
Though we were late to the party, we brought our own dessert, and Sandra brought a drink to go along with it.
What sentence type is this?
Compound-Complex
Read the sentence from the passage. "As the heavy clouds gathered and the wind began to howl, the villagers sought shelter to protect themselves from the impending storm."
What is the meaning of the word impending as used in the passage?
A. approaching
B. ending
C. invisible
D. historical
A. Approaching!
"The inventor sighed as she looked at her broken prototype, seeing only a pile of useless metal and wire." "Her assistant leaned in with a smile, pointing out that the failed experiment had accidentally revealed a brand-new way to create energy."
How do the sentences most show a contrast between the point of view of the inventor and the point of view of the assistant?
A. They show that the assistant is better at building machines than the inventor.
B. They suggest that the inventor is tired of working while the assistant is just starting.
C. They show that the inventor is focused on the failure while the assistant is focused on the potential.
D. They suggest that the assistant is trying to hide the mistake from the inventor.
C. They show that the inventor is focused on the failure while the assistant is focused on the potential.
Which detail from the passage best supports the idea that Silas is very particular?
A. “Silas was a man”
B. “Silas didn’t yet, but his thin lips tightened into a hard, bloodless line of disapproval.”
C. Though he remained silent, his intense, unblinking gaze made the young woman retreat toward the kitchen.”
D. “He spent 20 minutes meticulously organizing his sugar packets into perfectly parallel rows.”
A. “He spent 20 minutes meticulously organizing his sugar packets into perfectly parallel rows.”
The soccer coach told the players that the soccer coach wanted the players to arrive early so the players could practice their drills before the game started.
Choose the best way to revise the sentence to eliminate unnecessary repetition.
A. The soccer coach told the players that he wanted them to arrive early to practice their drills before the game.
B. Wanting them to arrive early, the soccer coach told the players that the soccer coach wanted them to practice drills.
C. The soccer coach told the players that the soccer coach wanted the players to arrive early so they could practice.
D. Before the game started, the soccer coach told the players that the players should arrive early for the coach.
A. The soccer coach told the players that he wanted them to arrive early to practice their drills before the game.
Read the sentence from the paragraph.
Her brother call after her, reminding her that she forgot her lunch on the kitchen counter.
Which revision correctly fixes the verb error in the sentence?
A. Her brother called after her, reminding her that she forgot her lunch on the kitchen counter.
B. Her brother calling after her, reminding her that she forgot her lunch on the kitchen counter.
C. Her brother call after her, reminding her that she forget her lunch on the kitchen counter.
D. Her brother called after her, reminding her that she forget her lunch on the kitchen counter.
A. Her brother called after her, reminding her that she forgot her lunch on the kitchen counter.
Read the sentence from the passage. "The news of the new park was a spark of color in an otherwise gray and dreary week."
What is being suggested by the phrase “spark of color”?
A. Because the park was going to have many flowers, the city would look more beautiful.
B. Because the week had been boring or sad, the news brought a sense of excitement and hope.
C. Because the announcement was made on a sunny day, people were in a better mood.
D. Because the news was unexpected, it caused a lot of confusion among the citizens.
B. Because the week had been boring or sad, the news brought a sense of excitement and hope.
The veteran zookeeper reached for his keys but was distracted by a sudden radio call, leaving the heavy steel latch of the monkey enclosure unsecured. Within minutes, the clever primates noticed the gap and pushed the gate wide, spilling out into the main courtyard with mischievous shrieks. Chaos erupted instantly as monkeys swung from the colorful umbrellas of the snack carts and snatched popcorn from startled tourists. The quiet afternoon transformed into a loud uproar of whistles, shouting, and the frantic clatter of trash cans being overturned. By the time the alarm sounded, the escapees had turned the orderly zoo into their own personal, chaotic playground.
(Part One) How does the zookeeper’s distraction contribute to the plot of the passage?
A. It highlights his lack of experience working with dangerous animals.
B. It creates the opportunity for the initial conflict to occur.
C. It shows that the zoo’s communication equipment is faulty.
D. It suggests that the zookeeper intended for the monkeys to escape.
B. It creates the opportunity for the initial conflict to occur.
Which sentence from the passage best shows that Silas is feeling” irritated?”
A. “Silas was a man of cold, calculated precision who never allowed a single hair to fall out of place on his silver head.”
B. “Silas didn't yell, but his thin lips tightened into a hard, bloodless line of disapproval.”
C. “ His ironed suit was so sharp it looked like it could cut glass, reflecting his reputation as the most formal person in the small town.”
D. “It was clear to everyone watching that Silas valued order far more than he valued human connection.”
B. “Silas didn't yell, but his thin lips tightened into a hard, bloodless line of disapproval.”
Read the paragraph. (1) The old library was a treasure chest of forgotten stories and dusty secrets. (2) Rows of mahogany shelves stretched from the floor to the high, arched ceiling. (3) It smelled like old paper. (4) Sunlight filtered through the stained-glass windows, casting patches of ruby and sapphire light onto the floor.
Which revision would most improve the paragraph?
A. adding a list of book titles in sentence 1
B. using less formal language in sentence 2
C. using more sensory detail in sentence 3
D. adding a character’s name to sentence 4
C. using more sensory detail in sentence 3
Elena stopped quickly, turned around, and picked it up before leaving.
Which change correctly adds a comma where needed?
A. Elena stopped, quickly turned around, and picked it up before leaving.
B. Elena stopped quickly turned around, and picked it up before leaving.
C. Elena stopped quickly, turned around and picked it up, before leaving.
D. No change is needed.
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D. No change is needed.
Read the sentence from the passage. "The old oak tree loomed over the tiny garden, casting a deep, dark shadow that reached the back door of the cottage."
Which statement best describes how the author’s use of the word “loomed” affects meaning in the passage?
A. It suggests that the tree is a beautiful and bright part of the garden.
B. It shows that the tree is much older than the other plants.
C. It shows that the tree appears large and perhaps a bit threatening.
D. It suggests that the tree is providing helpful shade for the cottage.
C. It shows that the tree appears large and perhaps a bit threatening.
The veteran zookeeper reached for his keys but was distracted by a sudden radio call, leaving the heavy steel latch of the monkey enclosure unsecured. Within minutes, the clever primates noticed the gap and pushed the gate wide, spilling out into the main courtyard with mischievous shrieks. Chaos erupted instantly as monkeys swung from the colorful umbrellas of the snack carts and snatched popcorn from startled tourists. The quiet afternoon transformed into a loud uproar of whistles, shouting, and the frantic clatter of trash cans being overturned. By the time the alarm sounded, the escapees had turned the orderly zoo into their own personal, chaotic playground.
Which statement best describes the change in the atmosphere of the zoo?
A. The zoo becomes a more educational place for the visitors.
B. The zoo changes from a place of business to a place of rest.
C. The zoo shifts from a controlled environment to an unpredictable one.
D. The zoo moves from a state of repair to a state of completion.
C. The zoo shifts from a controlled environment to an unpredictable one.
Which sentence from the passage would be the best piece of evidence to use to support the idea that Silas did not care what other people thought about him?
A. “ It was clear to everyone watching that Silas valued order far more than he valued human connection”
B. “His ironed suit was so sharp it looked like it could cut glass, reflecting his reputation as the most formal person in the small town. “
C. “ Though he remained silent, his intense, unblinking gaze made the young woman retreat toward the kitchen in a sudden fluster. “
D. ”As he sat in the dimly lit corner of the cafe, he spent twenty minutes meticulously organizing his sugar packets into perfectly parallel rows.”
A. “It was clear to everyone watching that Silas valued order far more than he valued human connection.”
Read the paragraph. (1) The kitchen was filled with the savory aroma of roasting garlic and herbs. (2) Flour dusted the counters like a light dusting of fresh snow. (3) The chef was busy. (4) Steam rose in swirling clouds from a massive copper pot bubbling on the stove.
Which revision would most improve the paragraph?
A. adding the specific recipe name in sentence 1
B. using a different metaphor in sentence 2
C. using more vivid action verbs in sentence 3
D. removing the descriptive adjectives in sentence 4
C. using more vivid action verbs in sentence 3
Which revision best improves the clarity of the sentence?
After finishing the book, the movie was watched by the class.
A. After finishing the book, the class watched the movie.
B. The book was finished, and the movie watched the class.
C. The class, after finishing the book, was watching the movie.
D. Watching the movie, the book was finished by the class.
A. After finishing the book, the class watched the movie.
The clock on the wall ticked with a rhythmic thud that seemed to echo through the stillness of the room. As the deadline approached, the classroom became a pressure cooker of silent intensity. Students gripped their pens so tightly that their knuckles turned white, racing to get their final thoughts onto paper. No one dared to look up or even sigh, fearing they might break the fragile bubble of concentration surrounding them. Finally, the shrill ring of the bell shattered the silence, releasing the built-up tension like a valve on a steaming kettle.
What is being suggested by the phrase “pressure cooker of silent intensity”?
A. Because the room was physically hot, the students found it difficult to focus on their work.
B. Because the students were working so quickly, the air in the room began to feel heavy.
C. Because the students felt extreme stress, the atmosphere in the room felt tight and strained.
D. Because the teacher was being strict, the students were afraid to make any noise.
C. Because the students felt extreme stress, the atmosphere in the room felt tight and strained.
Part One: What is the most likely reason the author includes the detail about the "startled tourists"?
A. To show that the tourists were to blame for the monkeys' escape.
B. To emphasize the sudden and unexpected nature of the uproar.
C. To suggest that the zoo is usually a very dangerous place to visit.
D. To explain why the monkeys were hungry enough to steal popcorn.
Part Two Which evidence from the passage best supports the answer in Part One?
A. "Within minutes, the clever primates noticed the gap..."
B. "Chaos erupted instantly..."
C. "...swung from the colorful umbrellas of the snack carts..."
D. "...turned the orderly zoo into their own personal, chaotic playground."
Part 1: B. To emphasize the sudden and unexpected nature of the uproar.
Part 2: B. "Chaos erupted instantly..."
Part 1: Which statement best evaluates the conflict between Silas’s values and his environment?
A. Silas is a man of order who is frustrated by the unpredictable nature of other people.
B. Silas is a lonely man who uses his formal clothing as a way to try and make new friends.
C. Silas is a hard worker who believes the waitress should be more professional in her job.
D. Silas is a nervous man who organizes sugar packets to help himself feel more relaxed.
Part 2: Which evidence from the passage best supports the answer in Part One?
A. “As he sat in the dimly lit corner of the cafe, he spent twenty minutes meticulously organizing his sugar packets...”
B. “His ironed suit was so sharp it looked like it could cut glass...”
C. “When the waitress accidentally bumped his table, Silas didn't yell, but his thin lips tightened...”
D. “It was clear to everyone watching that Silas valued order far more than he valued human connection.”
Part 1: A. Silas is a man of order who is frustrated by the unpredictable nature of other people.
Part 2: C. “When the waitress accidentally bumped his table, Silas didn't yell, but his thin lips tightened...”
Read the sentence. In my opinion, I think that the school should provide more healthy snacks because I believe students need better nutrition.
Choose the best way to revise the sentence to eliminate unnecessary repetition.
A. In my opinion, the school should provide more healthy snacks because students need better nutrition.
B. I think the school should provide more healthy snacks because I believe they are needed.
C. I think that the school should provide more healthy snacks for students who need nutrition.
D. The school should provide healthier snacks because students need better nutrition.
D. The school should provide healthier snacks because students need better nutrition.
Read the sentence from a student’s story.
The marathon runner crossed the finish line and collapsed into the arms of her coach.
The student decided to add “exhausted by the heat” to the sentence. Which version of the sentence shows the best placement of this phrase?
A. The marathon runner crossed the finish line and collapsed into the arms of her coach, exhausted by the heat.
B. Exhausted by the heat, the marathon runner crossed the finish line and collapsed into the arms of her coach.
C. The marathon runner, exhausted by the heat, crossed the finish line and collapsed into the arms of her coach.
D. The marathon runner crossed the finish line and collapsed, exhausted by the heat, into the arms of her coach.
C. The marathon runner, exhausted by the heat, crossed the finish line and collapsed into the arms of her coach.