Words
Inversion/Clefting/Fronting
Political Quiz
Guess the politician
100

in a severe or extreme manner; significantly and noticeably

drastically

100

His positive attitude is what makes him a joy to work with. (cleftng)

It is his positive attitude that makes him a joy to work with.

100

What is the official residence of the President of Russia called?

The Kremlin

100

This politician was the 35th President of the United States and was assassinated in 1963.

John F. Kennedy

200

individuals or organizations that control the flow of information through media outlets

media gatekeepers


200

The children were playing tag in the park up the street.

(fronting)

Up the street, the children were playing tag in the park.

200

Which political party is currently in power in Russia?

United Russia

200

This politician served as the 44th President of the United States from 2009 to 2017.

Barack Obama

300

unintentional mistakes or blunders, especially in speech or behavior

gaffes

300

I crave a weekend getaway to recharge and unwind and that's it. (Clefting)

All I crave is a weekend getaway to recharge and unwind.

300

What is the term length for the President of Russia?

6 years

300

This influential politician was the 16th President of the United States and led the country through the Civil War.

Abraham Lincoln

400

firmly established or unchangeable

set in stone


400

They had an intense conversation in the corner of the cafe. (fronting)

In the corner of the cafe, they had an intense conversation.

400

What type of government does Russia have?

 democratic, federative, law-based state

400

Known for her strong advocacy for women's rights, this politician was the First Lady of the United States from 1993 to 2001.

Hillary Clinton

500

to overthrow or bring down from a position of power or authority

to topple

500

I had no idea how much I would enjoy gardening until I tried it. (inversion)

Little did I know how much I would enjoy gardening until I tried it.

500

Who is the Prime Minister of Russia?

Mikhail Mishustin.

500

As the Chancellor of Germany from 2005 to 2021, this politician played a key role in shaping European politics and policies.

Angela Merkel