Drama
DRAMA (8B) What is the main problem in the play?
A. Lucas doesn’t want to help decorate the tree.
B. The family can’t find their favorite ornament.
C. The tree is too small for the ornaments.
D. Emma broke the ornament last year.
B. The family can’t find their favorite ornament.
ARGUMENTATIVE
(10A) What is the author’s main argument?
A. Students should read longer books.
B. Reading daily improves focus and vocabulary.
C. Schools should require reading assignments.
D. Reading online is better than reading books.
B. Reading daily improves focus and vocabulary.
(11D.X) Which sentence has a spelling error?
A. We brought a picnic basket, a blanket, and a soccer ball."
B. The sun was shining brightely.
C. Dad tried to get it down using a stick.
D. He used a long pole to knock the ball down.
B. The sun was shining brightely.
(11D.VIII) How can the sentence “We brought a picnic basket, a blanket, and a soccer ball” be made more descriptive?
A. "We brought items for the picnic, like a basket, blanket, and ball."
B. "We brought a picnic basket and blanket, also a ball."
C. "We brought a big picnic basket, a soft blanket, and a colorful soccer ball."
D. "We brought things to the park."
C. "We brought a big picnic basket, a soft blanket, and a colorful soccer ball."
DRAMA (3B) Which stage direction shows Emma is determined to find the ornament?
A. Emma is sitting on the couch.
B. Emma hides the ornament.
C. Emma stands up and says, “Oh no! It’s my favorite ornament.”
D. Emma thinks about last year.
C. Emma stands up and says, “Oh no! It’s my favorite ornament.”
DRAMA (7C) How would adding another scene change the story?
A. It would show how they found the ornament.
B. It would add more characters.
C. It would explain how the tree was decorated.
D. It would make the play longer.
A. It would show how they found the ornament.
ARGUMENTATIVE (6F) Which evidence supports the author’s claim?
A. "Students who read for 20 minutes scored 90% higher on vocabulary tests."
B. "Some people argue they don’t have time to read daily."
C. "Reading is a habit worth making time for."
D. "It’s like exercise for your mind!"
A. "Students who read for 20 minutes scored 90% higher on vocabulary tests."
(11D.IV) Which sentence needs a comma added?
A. My little brother kicked the ball so hard it got stuck in a tree!
B. After laughing a lot we had to ask a park ranger for help.
C. It was the best day ever.
D. The sun was shining brightly.
B. After laughing a lot we had to ask a park ranger for help.
(11D.X) Which word correctly completes the sentence?
"The ranger __________ helped us was very kind."
A. who
B. which
C. what
D. whose
A. who
DRAMA (6F) How does the dialogue between Mom and Lucas develop the plot?
A. It shows that Lucas hid the ornament.
B. It explains why the family needs the ornament.
C. It reveals the family is disorganized.
D. It shows the family is brainstorming where the ornament could be.
D. It shows the family is brainstorming where the ornament could be.
DRAMA (6F) What would be a good title for Scene 2?
A. “Finding the Star”
B. “Holiday Problems”
C. “Decorating the Tree”
D. “The New Ornament”
A. “Finding the Star”
ARGUMENTATIVE (9.E.I) What does the author mean by “exercise for your mind”?
A. Reading makes your brain stronger.
B. Reading helps you stay physically active.
C. Reading helps you focus on exercise.
D. Reading is more fun than working out.
A. Reading makes your brain stronger.
(11D.VIII) Which revision improves the sentence: “Dad tried to get it down using a stick, but he couldn’t reach”?
A. "Dad used a stick to get it down but couldn’t reach."
B. "Dad couldn’t reach the ball even with a stick."
C. "Using a stick Dad tried to get it down but couldn’t."
D. "Dad tried to get it but couldn’t."
B. Dad couldn’t reach the ball even with a stick.
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DRAMA (8C) Why does Emma feel responsible for finding the ornament?
A. She was the one who hid it.
B. She thinks her brother lost it.
C. She wants to decorate the tree by herself.
D. She doesn’t like the other ornaments.
A. She was the one who hid it.
ARGUMENTATIVE (6F) What type of evidence does the author use to support their argument?
A. Facts and statistics.
B. Personal stories.
C. Emotional appeals.
D. Quotes from famous authors.
A. Facts and statistics.
AEGUMENTATIVE (9.E.III) Why does the author mention “10 minutes before bed”?
A. To show how reading improves sleep.
B. To explain how anyone can make time to read.
C. To encourage reading at night.
D. To compare reading to other activities.
B. To explain how anyone can make time to read.
(11D.X) Which sentence uses correct capitalization?
A. "Last weekend, My family and I went to the park."
B. "After laughing a lot, we had to ask a Park ranger for help."
C. "He used a long Pole to knock the ball down."
D. "It was the best day ever."
D. "It was the best day ever."
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DRAMA (9C) What themes are shown in this play? (Select all that apply.)
a. Family traditions are important.
b. Holidays are stressful.
c. It’s better to do things alone.
d. Working together helps solve problems.
both answers
a.Family traditions are important
d. Working together helps solve problems.
(10A) What is the tone of this passage?
A. Informative and encouraging.
B. Serious and formal.
C. Excited and humorous.
D. Critical and argumentative.
a. informative and encouraging
ARGUMENTATIVE (10C) Which sentence could the author add to strengthen their argument?
A. “Reading every day is fun.”
B. “Many students also enjoy listening to audiobooks.”
C. “Reading is important for kids and adults alike.”
D. “Short reading sessions can still make a big impact.”
D. “Short reading sessions can still make a big impact.”
(11D.IV) What is the best way to combine these sentences?
“The sun was shining. The park was beautiful.”
A. "The sun was shining, so the park was beautiful."
B. "The sun was shining because the park was beautiful."
C. "The sun shining made the park beautiful."
D. "The park was beautiful, shining in the sun."
A. "The sun was shining, so the park was beautiful."
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- use context clues
-look up unfamiliar words
- eliminate "silly" answers