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What point of view is this passage from Narnia written in? He himself was a very old man with shaggy white hair, which grew over most of his face, as well as on his head, and they liked him almost at once. 

  1. First person 

  2. Second person 

  3. Third person objective 

First person

100

What is a counterclaim?

  1.   a statement proving the truth of a reason or claim (could be facts, statistics, quotes, definitions)

  2. an opposing viewpoint/opinion

  3.  an attempt to contradict or disprove an argument by offering a counter argument

  4.  an idea or opinion set forth by the writer

an opposing viewpoint/opinion

100

What text structure is this passage written in? Cats and dogs are both popular pets, but they are quite different. Cats are usually more independent and enjoy spending time alone, while dogs often seek attention and love to play with their owners. However, both animals can be loving companions.

  1. Description 

  2. Compare and contrast

  3. Order and Sequence 

  4. Problem and Solution 

  5. Cause and Effect

Compare and contrast

100

Where should the comma go? I wanted to stay up late but I was too tired.

  1.  I wanted, to stay up late but I was too tired.

  2. I wanted to stay up late, but I was too tired.

  3.  I wanted to stay up, late but I was too tired.

  4.  I wanted to stay up late but, I was too tired.

I wanted to stay up late, but I was too tired.

100

What figurative language is being used in this sentence? “The bacon sizzled as it cooked in the pan.” 

  1. Simile 

  2. Metaphor 

  3. Hyperbole 

  4. Onomatopoeia

  5. Personification

Onomatopoeia

200

What is the main idea of this passage? The power had been out for hours, and everyone in the house was starting to get restless. At first, they complained about missing TV and video games, but then Dad lit some candles and brought out board games from the closet. Laughter soon replaced boredom as they played together by candlelight, forgetting the blackout entirely.

  1. A power outage caused a big family fight over who won the games. 

  2. A power outage brings a family closer together through shared time and games. 

A power outage brings a family closer together through shared time and games.

200

Consider this claim: Students should be able to choose their own seats in class.What is the counterclaim?

  1. Students cannot handle themselves when they are next to their friends. 

  2. Assigned seats help teachers manage the classroom and prevent distractions.

Students cannot handle themselves when they are next to their friends.

200

What text structure is this passage written in? Many students at Lincoln Middle School were having trouble keeping track of their assignments. To fix the problem, the teachers started using a digital planner that all students could access online. Since then, students have turned in homework more regularly.

  1. Description 

  2. Compare and contrast 

  3. Order and Sequence 

  4. Problem and Solution

  5. Cause and Effect 

Problem and Solution

200

Which transition best completes the sentence? Many animals hibernate in winter. ____, bears sleep in dens for several months without eating.

  1. As a result

  2. For example

  3.  On the other hand

  4. Nevertheless

For example

200

Which sentence shows the best example of maintaining a formal style throughout?

  1. That book was kinda boring, but the ending was alright, I guess.

  2. The novel includes complex themes and an unpredictable ending that leaves the reader reflecting on the characters' choices.

  3.  I didn’t really get what the author was trying to do, and it was confusing.

  4. This book is fine or whatever, but it’s not the best.

The novel includes complex themes and an unpredictable ending that leaves the reader reflecting on the characters' choices.

300

What is the author’s purpose of this passage? As soon as the magician waved his hand, a puff of purple smoke exploded, and a frog popped out of his hat! The crowd gasped, and the frog blinked as if nothing had happened.

  1. To persuade the reader to do a magic trick for people. 

  2. To inform the reader that magic can be boring. 

  3. To entertain the reader with a funny magic story.

  1. To entertain the reader with a funny magic story.

300

  1. Claim: “School should start later in the day.” Which evidence would not support this claim?

    1. “Teens need more sleep to perform better in school.”

    2.  “Doctors say early school times harm teen health.”

    3.  “Most schools start early in the morning.”

    4.  “Students who sleep more have better focus.”

“Most schools start early in the morning.”

300

Read the passage: “Coral reefs are disappearing due to rising ocean temperatures and pollution. Scientists warn that losing coral could damage marine ecosystems and reduce biodiversity.” What is the best objective summary of this passage?
 A. Coral reefs are beautiful and should be saved.
 B. Coral reefs are vanishing, and this could harm ocean life.
 C. People are awful for polluting the oceans.
 D. I think coral reefs are the most interesting part of the ocean. 

Coral reefs are vanishing, and this could harm ocean life.

300

  1. What is the dependent clause in this sentence: As the waves crashed on the beach, Sadie looked at the shells, seaweed, and stones in the sand.

    1. As the waves crashed on the beach

    2. Sadie looked at the shells, seaweed, and stones in the sand




As the waves crashed on the beach

300

  1. You are writing a paragraph about the importance of sleep for middle school students. Which sentence would NOT help develop the topic with relevant facts or examples? 

    1. My friend stayed up late playing video games and was tired the next day.

    2.  Studies show that students who get enough sleep perform better in school.

    3.  Teenagers need about 8–10 hours of sleep each night, according to the CDC.

    4. Sleep is essential for memory, focus, and emotional health.

My friend stayed up late playing video games and was tired the next day.

400

A character in a story repeatedly chooses to help others, even when it costs them something—like time, money, or opportunities. By the end, the character feels fulfilled, though not wealthy or famous. What theme is best supported by this character’s journey, and what evidence helps support it?

  1. Helping others leads to personal reward — the character’s emotional satisfaction.

  2. Money is more important than happiness — the character has little money.

  3. Fame should be everyone’s goal — the character wants to be famous.

  4. People should never make sacrifices — the character regrets helping.

Helping others leads to personal reward — the character’s emotional satisfaction.

400

Excerpt from an article: “We should ban homework. It is annoying and nobody likes it.” Why is this a weak argument?
 A. It gives strong emotional language
 B. It uses statistics and facts
 C. It includes relevant quotes
 D. It is based on reasoning and evidence

It gives strong emotional language

400

You’re writing a formal response to the question: “Why is it important to protect endangered species?” Which of these topic sentences is most appropriate?   

  1.  I think we should help animals because they’re cool and don’t deserve to die.

  2.  Protecting endangered species is super important 'cause they’re cute and stuff.

  3.  The protection of endangered species is essential for preserving biodiversity and maintaining healthy ecosystems.

  4.  People like animals, so we should totally help them out.

The protection of endangered species is essential for preserving biodiversity and maintaining healthy ecosystems

400

Choose the sentence that uses the apostrophe correctly.

  1. That is Jasons dog.

  2.  That is Jason’s dog.

  3. That is Jasons’ dog.

  4.  That is Jasons dog’.

That is Jason’s dog.

400

Read this sentence from an article: Photosynthesis is a vital process in which plants convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into food and oxygen. What does the word “vital” most likely mean?
 A. Rare
 B. Optional
 C. Unnecessary
 D. Extremely important

Extremely important 


500

What point of view is this sentence written in? You can see into the mist and find a monster peering back at you.

  1. First person 

  2. Second person 

  3. Third person objective 

  4. Third person omniscient

Second person

500

  1. What is a rebuttal?

    1.   a statement proving the truth of a reason or claim (could be facts, statistics, quotes, definitions)

    2.  an opposing viewpoint/opinion

    3.  an attempt to contradict or disprove an argument by offering a counter argument

    4.  an idea or opinion set forth by the writer

an attempt to contradict or disprove an argument by offering a counter argument

500

  1. Which of the following would best improve this sentence for an informative essay? Plants grow best when they get enough water and sunlight.

    1.  Plants are nice when they have light.

    2.  Plants are super cool and need sunshine.

    3. Plants photosynthesize and thrive when they receive adequate light and moisture.

    4. Plants do stuff in the sun and get tall.

Plants photosynthesize and thrive when they receive adequate light and moisture.

500

  1. Hoping to win the science fair.

    1. Complete sentence 

    2. Sentence Fragment

    3. Run on sentence. 

Sentence Fragment

500

What figurative language is being used in this sentence? “I told you that I love you about a billion times.”

  1. Simile 

  2. Metaphor 

  3. Hyperbole 

  4. Ottomonopia 

  5. Personification

Hyperbole