Grammar
Which part of speech is described as a "person, place, or thing?"
Noun
What is the singular form of the word "computers"
Computer
Which key detail supports the following main idea?
- Football is a tough sport that may cause injuries.
A) Many people are injured each year playing football, suffering from broken bones and concussions.
B) People who play football are taught how to work as a team.
C) Football is a sport that requires strength, stamina, and coordination.
D) My best friend loves to play football, but I'm afraid he may get hurt.
A) Many people are injured each year playing football, suffering from broken bones and concussions.
What is a summary?
A) A long and detailed explanation.
B) A short version of a text that explains just the important details.
C) When you add two numbers together.
D) A single sentence from a text.
B) A short version of a text that explains just the important details.
Fix the following sentence.
I will come with you! shouted Lisa.
"I will come with you!" shouted Lisa.
Name two adjectives used to describe the noun "Earth"
Acceptable Responses
What is the correct spelling for the plural form of "church"
Churches
Which supporting detail would go with this main idea?
- Frogs are amazing jumpers.
A) Frogs use their tongue to catch flies.
B) A tadpole is the name of a young frog.
C) Frogs have long, powerful legs which help them leap long distances.
D) The Fire-belly Toad has slightly warty skin.
C) Frogs have long, powerful legs which help them leap long distances.
What should be included in a summary?
A) My personal opinion.
B) A detailed description of how every character looks.
C) The main idea and key details of the text.
D) My favorite part of what I read.
C) The main idea and key details of the text.
Fix the following sentence.
"you are the most beautiful puppy i have ever seen! Exclaimed Stephen.
"You are the most beautiful puppy I have ever seen!" Exclaimed Stephen.
What is the past tense form for the verb "walk"
Walked
What is the correct plural spelling for the noun "scratch"
scratches
Which supporting detail would go with this main idea?
- Octopuses have many different ways to hide themselves from predators.
A) Octopuses have two eyes and four pairs of arms.
B) Octopuses live in coral reefs.
C) Octopuses use camouflage to disguise themselves.
D) Octopuses move by crawling or swimming.
C) Octopuses use camouflage to disguise themselves.
How can I turn the following main idea and key details into a summary?
Main Idea
How to best care for a dog.
Key Details
1. Dogs need fresh water and food every day.
2. Dogs need lots of love and attention.
3. Dogs need to be taken on walks everyday.
Answer should be similar to the one below.
There are several things that you have to do to be able to best care for your dog. First, dogs need fresh water and food everyday. Second, they need a lot of love and attention. Finally, dogs must be taken on walks every single day.
Fix the following sentence.
Well, I can not say how she knew I was lying. but she was definitely on to me. or so I thought." I confided in my best friend.
"Well, I can not say how she knew I was lying, but she was definitely on to me. Or so I thought." I confided in my best friend.
Which word is the linking verb in the sentence "She was upset."
was
choose the correct spelling: boxs OR boxes
boxes
Which supporting detail does NOT go with this main idea?
- There are many famous skateboarders in the United States.
A) Tony Hawk became famous for his half pipe skills.
B) Shaun White is a professional skateboarder and snowboarder.
C) With his own television, show, Ryan Sheckler is the youngest skateboarder on the pro-circuit.
D) The trick called the "Ollie" was created in the 1970's.
D) The trick called the "Ollie" was created in the 1970's.
How can I turn the following main idea and key details into a summary?
Main Idea
Popular pizza toppings are different depending on the county you live in.
Key Details
1. In America, the most popular pizza toppings are pepperoni and sausage.
2. Seafood is a big part of the Japanese diet, so they love to put squid on their pizza.
3. Many Australians love to put eggs on their pizza.
Answer should be similar to the one below.
The most popular pizza toppings differ from country to country. In America, people love to put meat on their pizza so the most popular toppings are pepperoni and sausage. In Japan though, they eat a lot of seafood so they love to put squid on their pizza. Australians, on the other hand, love pizza for breakfast so they often put eggs on their pizza.
Fix the following sentence.
"Holy cow! Martha exclaimed to her friends, how was the gymnast able to do that"?
"Holy cow!" Martha exclaimed to her friends, "How was the gymnast able to do that?"
State a sentence with at least 1 noun, 1 verb, and 1 adjective
Acceptable Responses
choose the incorrectly spelled plural: videoes, babies, chimneys
videoes - correct is videos
What is the main idea of the following text?
All bicycle riders, young and old, should have the right equipment to practice bicycle safety. Bike parts such as tires and brakes must be in proper working condition. Each bicycle should have reflectors so that the rider can be seen from the front, back, and sides. A bell or horn can help prevent accidents too. Bicycle riders should always wear a helmet to protect their head from an accident.
A) You should always have the right equipment in order to bike safely.
B) You can get hurt riding a bike.
C) Riding a bike will make you stronger and faster.
D) When you ride a bike you should always wear a helmet.
A) You should always have the right equipment in order to bike safely.
Well, "Mr. Taylor said thoughtfully, i'm not certain the class has earned their Dum Dums today."
"Well", Mr. Taylor said thoughtfully, "I'm not certain the class has earned their Dum Dums today."