Poetic Devices
Backpacks sag with paper weight,
Minutes drag — the clock won’t wait.
Which line BEST uses imagery?
A. Backpacks sag with paper weight
B. Minutes drag — the clock won’t wait
C. Both lines
D. Neither line
C. Both lines
Students often feel overwhelmed by large amounts of homework. Because of this, many struggle to balance school and personal time. Reducing homework on weekends can help students manage stress and return to school more focused.
What text structure is used?
A. Compare and contrast
B. Chronological order
C. Cause and effect
D. Problem only
C. Cause and effect
Homework-free weekends are a terrible idea. Students will become lazy and forget responsibility if they are not constantly working. Schools that allow this will lower standards and fail students completely.
Which statement BEST identifies the author’s bias?
A. The author presents both sides fairly.
B. The author uses research to support the argument.
C. The author shows a negative view and ignores possible benefits.
D. The author explains the issue neutrally.
C. The author shows a negative view and ignores possible benefits.
Select the option that correctly completes both blanks.
The teacher assigned a __________ project that required __________ thinking.
A. long term; high level
B. long-term; high-level
C. longterm; highlevel
D. long-term; high level
B. long-term; high-level
Which poetic technique is used in “Minutes drag — the clock won’t wait”?
A. Simile
B. Metaphor
C. Alliteration
D. Rhyme scheme
B. Metaphor
Homework helps students practice skills. ________, too much homework can cause stress and burnout. ________, schools should consider limiting assignments on weekends.
Which transitions BEST complete the paragraph?
A. For example; In addition
B. However; As a result
C. First; Finally
D. Meanwhile; On the other hand
B. However; As a result
Read the paragraph:
Some schools are considering homework-free weekends. Educators argue that students need time to rest and recharge. A recent district survey showed that students without weekend homework reported lower stress and higher motivation on Mondays. Schools should reduce homework on weekends to support student well-being.
Which sentence states the author’s claim?
A. Some schools are considering homework-free weekends.
B. Educators argue that students need time to rest and recharge.
C. A recent district survey showed lower stress levels.
D. Schools should reduce homework on weekends to support student well-being.
D. Schools should reduce homework on weekends to support student well-being.
“Daily reading helps students improve vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, and develop critical thinking skills over time.”
A student shortens the quote to include only the most important idea.
Which option shows ellipses used correctly?
A. Daily reading helps students improve vocabulary…develop critical thinking skills.
B. Daily reading…helps students improve vocabulary and strengthen comprehension.
C. Daily reading helps students improve… and develop critical thinking skills.
D. Daily reading helps students improve vocabulary strengthen…critical thinking skills.
A. Daily reading helps students improve vocabulary…develop critical thinking skills.
Stanza 1:
The classroom buzzes, loud and tight,
Pens scratch fast from left to right.
Stanza 2:
The bell rings soft — relief at last,
A quiet breath, the moment passed.
How do the stanzas contribute to the poem’s meaning?
A. They repeat the same idea for rhythm.
B. They shift from tension to relief.
C. They interrupt the flow of ideas.
D. They focus only on sound effects.
B. They shift from tension to relief.
Many students feel overwhelmed by long school days. _____, mental fatigue can make it difficult to stay focused in class. _____, short breaks allow students to reset and return to learning with more energy.
Which transitions BEST complete the paragraph?
A. For example; Meanwhile
B. However; In contrast
C. As a result; Therefore
D. In addition; On the other hand
C. As a result; Therefore
Many schools are considering adding short breaks during the day. A 2024 study found that students who take brief breaks show improved focus and lower stress levels. Teachers also report fewer behavior issues after scheduled breaks. Schools should include more breaks to support student learning.
Which sentence states the author’s claim?
A. A 2024 study found that students who take brief breaks show improved focus.
B. Teachers report fewer behavior issues after scheduled breaks.
C. Many schools are considering adding short breaks during the day.
D. Schools should include more breaks to support student learning.
D. Schools should include more breaks to support student learning.
Choose the sentence that uses hyphens correctly.
A. The school launched a well designed after school program.
B. The school launched a well-designed after-school program.
C. The school launched a well design-ed after school program.
D. The school launched a well designed after-school program.
B. The school launched a well-designed after-school program.