Organizational Pattern
Bicycles have changed a lot over time. In the late 1800s, bicycles had very large front wheels and were difficult to ride. Today’s bicycles come in many forms, including mountain bikes, racing bikes, and electric bikes, each designed for a specific purpose.
Definition, Classification, or Advantage/Disadvantage?
Classification
When we reached the pond, we saw that it was shallow, or not very deep. The kids could stand in the water, and it only came up to their knees.
What does shallow mean in this passage?
A) Deep
B) Narrow
C) Not deep
D) Wide
C) Not Deep
The explorer was weary after days of traveling through the desert, but he refused to give up until he reached the village.
Which word is closest in meaning to weary?
A) Strong
B) Tired
C) Brave
D) Thirsty
B) Tired
The story takes place in a small fishing village by the sea. Boats bob in the harbor, and the salty air carries the sound of waves.
Which literary element is being described?
A) Theme
B) Setting
C) Conflict
D) Background
B) Setting
What is the tallest mountain in the world?
A) K2
B) Mount Kilimanjaro
C) Mount Everest
D) Denali
C) Mount Everest
Plastic water bottles are convenient because they are lightweight and easy to carry. However, they also create a serious problem for the environment since many end up in landfills and oceans.
Definition, Classification, or Advantage/Disadvantage?
Advantage/Disadvantage
Which sentence uses commas correctly?
A) After the movie we went out for ice cream.
B) After the movie, we went out for ice cream.
C) After, the movie we went out for ice cream.
D) After the movie we, went out for ice cream.
B) After the movie, we went out for ice cream.
Unlike her brother, who was always pessimistic, Maria looked on the bright side of every situation.
Which word is the BEST antonym for pessimistic?
A) Cheerful
B) Optimistic
C) Realistic
D) Careful
B) Optimistic
Before the main events of the story, the narrator explains that the town had suffered through a long drought. This information helps the reader understand why the characters value water so much.
What literary element is being provided here?
A) Point of view
B) Conflict
C) Background
D) Theme
C) Background
In Mario Kart, what item makes you instantly huge and able to crush everyone?
A) Banana
B) Star
C) Mushroom
D) Coin
C) Mushroom
Social media has grown in popularity because it allows people to stay connected and share ideas instantly. Still, some worry that it reduces face-to-face communication and can spread false information quickly.
Definition, Classification, Advantage/Disadvantage?
Advantage/Disadvantage
The old castle was ominous, with dark clouds above it and an eerie silence around it.
What does ominous mean?
A) Safe and calm
B) Strange and scary
C) Small and quiet
D) Large and strong
B) Strange and scary
The directions were so precise that there was no room for error.
What is the antonym for precise?
A) Exact
B) Detailed
C) Careful
D) Vague
D) Vague
After losing the championship game, Jamal realized that true victory came from the effort he and his teammates put into practicing, not just from winning a trophy.
What is the theme of this passage?
A) Winning is everything.
B) Sports are important for making friends.
C) Hard work and teamwork matter more than winning.
D) People should never try something they might lose.
C) Hard work and teamwork matter more than winning.
What does the “www” in a website address stand for?
A) World Wide Web
B) Web World Way
C) Wide Web World
D) World Web Window
A) World Wide Web
Energy sources can be grouped into renewable and nonrenewable categories. Renewable energy, such as wind and solar, can be replaced naturally. Nonrenewable energy, such as coal and oil, takes millions of years to form and cannot be quickly replaced.
Definition, Classification, or Advantage/Disadvantage?
Classification
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
A) We went to the park, and played soccer, and then ate pizza.
B) We went to the park and played soccer, and then ate pizza.
C) We went to the park, played soccer, and then ate pizza.
D) We went to the park played soccer, and then, ate pizza.
C) We went to the park, played soccer, and then ate pizza.
The hikers admired the serene lake, where the water was calm and the air was quiet. Later, a sudden storm made the atmosphere completely ___.
A) Tranquil
B) Peaceful
C) Chaotic
D) Gentle
C) Chaotic
“I never thought I would enjoy moving to a new city, but I’ve made new friends and discovered places I love,” the narrator explains.
What is the point of view of this passage?
A) First person
B) Second person
C) Third person limited
D) Third person omniscient
A) First person
What is -5 + 72?
67
Vaccines are substances that protect people from disease by training the immune system to recognize harmful germs. For example, the flu vaccine prepares the body to fight the flu virus before a person is exposed.
Definition, Classification, or Advantage/Disadvantage?
Definition
Although she was tired she finished her homework. Then she packed her backpack with books, pencils and papers. She wanted to be ready for school the next day.
Which revision shows correct comma usage?
A) Although she was tired, she finished her homework. Then she packed her backpack with books pencils, and papers.
B) Although, she was tired she finished her homework. Then she packed her backpack with books, pencils, and papers.
C) Although she was tired, she finished her homework. Then she packed her backpack with books, pencils, and papers.
D) Although she was tired she finished her homework. Then, she packed her backpack with books, pencils and, papers.
C) Although she was tired, she finished her homework. Then she packed her backpack with books, pencils, and papers.
The directions given by the teacher were so ambiguous that students were confused about where to start. One student even asked for clearer instructions.
Which word is the BEST synonym for ambiguous?
A) Confusing
B) Clear
C) Obvious
D) Certain
A) Confusing
Sofia wanted to tell the truth about what happened, but she worried that her friends would be angry with her if she did.
What type of conflict is shown in this passage?
A) Character vs. Society
B) Character vs. Self
C) Character vs. Character
D) Character vs. Nature
B) Character vs. Self
What year was Minecraft’s very first public version released?
A) 2007
B) 2009
C) 2011
D) 2012
B) 2009