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Grade 7 Language Test Bank
As more and more states adopt the common core standards, teachers need materials to help them understand what’s changing for their grade and subject. Teachers also need quick ways to expose their students to the standards.
This test bank includes 27 questions per standard released for the grade. In the immediately following pages, you will find the actual standards as the table of contents. Please find the test bank questions organized by standard beginning on Page 1. By purchasing this product, you have purchased full rights to copy and paste from this document into any other document for student examination or testing. Also, please feel free to print and/or copy this information as needed for your classrooms.
Don’t be stressed about the upcoming transition to the common core standards. These test bank questions will clarify your specific standards and provide an opportunity for your students to be exposed to them throughout the year. Grade 7 Language CCSS Standards
Conventions of Standard English
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.1a Explain the function of phrases and clauses in general and their function in specific sentences.
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.1b Choose among simple, compound, complex, and compound- complex sentences to signal differing relationships among ideas.
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.1c Place phrases and clauses within a sentence, recognizing and correcting misplaced and dangling modifiers.*
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.2a Use a comma to separate coordinate adjectives (e.g., It was a fascinating, enjoyable movie but not He wore an old[,] green shirt).
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.2b Spell correctly.
Knowledge of Language
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.3 Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.3a Choose language that expresses ideas precisely and concisely, recognizing and eliminating wordiness and redundancy.*
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.4 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 7 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.4a Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase. o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.4b Use common, grade-appropriate Greek or Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word (e.g., belligerent, bellicose, rebel).
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.4c Consult general and specialized reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning or its part of speech.
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.4d Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase (e.g., by checking the inferred meaning in context or in a dictionary).
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.5 Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.5a Interpret figures of speech (e.g., literary, biblical, and mythological allusions) in context.
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.5b Use the relationship between particular words (e.g., synonym/antonym, analogy) to better understand each of the words.
o CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.5c Distinguish among the connotations (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., refined, respectful, polite, diplomatic, condescending).
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.6 Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. Common Core State Standards English Language Arts: Grade 7 Language Test Bank 7th Grade Language: L.7.1a
Problem: Which part of the sentence is a Common Core L.7.1a: prepositional phrase?
Demonstrate command of the conventions The two toddlers kick each other under the of standard English grammar and usage table. when writing or speaking. a. Toddlers kick each other b. Under the table Explain the function of c. The two toddlers kick phrases and clauses in general and their function in specific sentences. Answer: b
Question Bank:
For each sentence below, identify the phrase requested.
1. Verb Phrase: The boys are eating a snack. a. The boys b. are eating c. eating a snack Answer: b
2. Verb Phrase: Jackson will do his homework before dinner. a. will do b. do his homework c. homework before dinner Answer: a
3. Independent Clause: They are going on a picnic if it doesn’t rain. a. if it doesn’t rain b. They are going c. They are going on a picnic Answer: c
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5. Prepositional Phrase: Jennie chose a baked potato instead of rice. a. Jennie chose b. a baked potato c. instead of rice Answer: c
6. Verb Phrase: Jenny was talking on the phone to her best friend. a. Jenny was talking b. on the phone c. was talking Answer: c
7. Dependent Clause: When the movie ended we went home. a. When the movie ended b. we went home c. the movie ended Answer: a
8. Prepositional Phrase: The 7th grade choir sang without the band. a. without the band b. 7th grade c. choir sang Answer: a
9. Verb Phrase: I am learning a new language. a. am learning b. I am learning c. new language Answer: a
10. Prepositional Phrase: My mom drove around the building. a. mom drive b. drove around c. around the building Answer: c
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12. Dependent Clause: School’s out for the summer. a. School’s out b. for the summer c. out for the summer Answer: b
13. Verb Phrase: We will go to the baseball game this weekend. a. will go b. to the baseball game c. We will go to Answer: a
14. Prepositional Phrase: We all went out for pizza except for George. a. We all went out b. went for pizza c. except for George Answer: c
15. Independent Clause: When mom yelled the dog barked. a. the dog barked b. When mom yelled c. When mom Answer: a
16. Dependent Clause: I am going to bed when I’m finished reading my book. a. am going to bed b. when I’m finished reading my book c. I am going to bed Answer: b
17. Verb Phrase: I will walk to school today. a. I will walk b. will walk c. to school today Answer: b
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19. Independent Clause: Unlike her brother, Betsy likes dogs. a. likes dogs b. Unlike her brother c. Betsy likes dogs Answer: c
20. Dependent Clause: On the way to work, Jane saw a deer. a. On the way to work b. On the way c. Jane was a deer Answer: a
21. Verb Phrase: We might fly kites at the picnic. a. We might fly b. might fly c at the picnic Answer: b
22. Prepositional Phrase: Move toward the light. a. Move b. toward the light c. the light Answer: b
23. Independent Clause: The fish are biting further down the river. a. further down the river b. are biting c. The fish are biting Answer: c
24. Dependent Clause: On the way to town we stopped at the bakery. a. On the way b. we stopped c. On the way to town Answer: c
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7th Grade Language: L.7.1b
Problem: Is the following sentence simple, Common Core L.7.1b: compound, complex, or compound- complex? Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage Emily and Michael went to dinner after they when writing or speaking. finished cleaning the house. Choose among simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex Answer: Complex sentences to signal differing relationships among ideas.
Question Bank:
Please identify the following sentences as simple, compound, complex or compound complex.
1. Jenny forgot her sister’s birthday, so she sent her a gift when she finally remembered. a. Simple b. Complex c. Compound Complex Answer c
2. Because my sandwich was cold, I warmed it in the oven. a. Complex b. Simple c. Compound Complex Answer: a
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3. My mom works in a grocery store. a. Compound Complex b. Simple c. Complex Answer: b
4. The firefighter was considered a hero, for he was able to save the family that was trapped in the burning building. a. Complex b. Compound Complex c. Simple Answer: b
5. James and Kevin went to the movies after they finished studying. a. Simple b. Complex c. Compound Complex Answer: b
6. After work I went home. a. Complex b. Simple c. Compound Complex Answer: a
7. I like math. a. Compound Complex b. Complex c. Simple Answer: c
8. I ate breakfast at 9:00am. a. Simple b. Compound Complex c. Complex Answer: a
9. Davis, who is my friend, came to my house yesterday but he didn’t tell me he was moving next week. a. Simple b. Compound Complex c. Complex Answer: b
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10. I don’t like broccoli. a. Complex Compound b. Complex c. Simple Answer: c
11. When Jenny sat down on the bench, the train left the station. a. Complex b. Simple c. Compound Complex Answer: a
12. Although Amanda likes watching funny movies, she went to see the latest thriller, and enjoyed it very much. a. Complex b. Compound Complex c. Simple Answer: b
13. After Bob got home, we ate dinner. a. Simple b. Complex c. Compound Complex Answer: b
14. I play baseball every Saturday. a. Complex b. Compound Complex c. Simple Answer: c
15. When Mr. Jones yelled, everyone got quiet. a. Compound Complex b. Compound c. Simple Answer: b
16. You finished the homework which I assigned to you today, so you can go to recess. a. Compound Complex b. Simple c. Compound Answer: a
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17. Class starts at 9:00am. a. Compound b. Compound Complex c. Simple Answer: c
18. We are studying because we have a test tomorrow and want to pass. a. Compound b. Simple c. Compound Complex Answer: c
19. The town where I grew up is in Kansas. a. Simple b. Compound Complex c. Compound Answer: c
20. Mr. Roberts goes to the café and eats everyday. a. Simple b. Compound Complex c. Compound Answer: a
21. Although Maria cried out for help, no one answered, and she was frightened. a. Simple b. Compound Complex c. Compound Answer: b
22. Jenny and Sarah play dress up everyday. a. Simple b. Compound c. Compound Complex Answer: a
23. Daisy is going to a party, so she has to buy a new dress. a. Compound Complex b. Compound c. Simple Answer: b
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24. Mrs. Matthew returned the paper after she noticed the spelling error. a. Simple b. Compound Complex c. Complex Answer: c
25. Is the dance on Friday or is it Saturday? a. Complex b. Compound c. Compound Complex Answer: b
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7th Grade Language: L.7.1c
Problem: Identify and correct the misplaced Common Core L.7.1c: modifier.
Demonstrate command of the conventions On her way home from work, Sarah found a of standard English grammar and usage silver man’s ring. when writing or speaking.
Place phrases and clauses within a Answer: sentence, recognizing and correcting “Silver man’s ring” should be “man’s silver misplaced and dangling modifiers. ring”.
Question Bank:
Instructions: In the set of sentences, choose the one that is written correctly.
1. a. They saw a fence behind the house made of wood. b. They saw a wood fence behind the house. Answer: b
3. a. Dad served us breakfast on the good china. b. Dad served breakfast to us on good china. Answer: a
4. a. I saw a pig and a cow on the way to town. b. On the way to town, I saw a pig and a cow. Answer: b
5. a. Donny brushed his teeth for nearly ten minutes this morning. b. Donny nearly brushed his teeth for ten minutes this morning. Answer: a
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6. a. Mr. Brown offered me only thirty dollars to mow his lawn. b. Only Mr. Brown offered me thirty dollars to mow his lawn. Answer: a
7. a. Mom bought a dress with orange polka dots at the department store. b. Mom bought a dress at the department store with orange polka dots. Answer: a
8. a. While washing the dishes the doorbell rang. b. While I was washing dishes the doorbell rang. Answer: b
9. a. Looking out our window, we saw several birds. b. We saw several birds looking out our window. Answer: a
10. a. The four ladies eating lunch talked loudly in the corner. b. The four ladies talked loudly in the corner eating lunch. Answer: a
11. a. Joy and Allen nearly watched two hundred movies last year. b. Joy and Allen watched nearly two hundred movies last year. Answer: b
12. a. At the local bike shop, Daisy bought a bike from a salesman which was blue. b. At the local bike shop, Daisy bought a blue bike from a salesman. Answer: b
13. a. While reading a magazine, I sat with my cat on the front porch. b. While reading a magazine, my cat sat with me on the front porch. Answer: a
14. a. Churning in the Gulf, we anxiously watch the weather report for information about the hurricane. b. We anxiously watched the weather report for information about the hurricane churning in the Gulf. Answer: b
15. a. Bill wore his one collared shirt, which was stained with mustard, to the job interview. b. Bill wore his one collared shirt to the job interview, which was stained with mustard. Answer: a
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16. a. Professor Davis, who was late with another essay, waited for the slacker student. b. Professor Davis waited for the slacker student who was late with another essay. Answer: b
17. a. Doris ate a cold bowl of soup for dinner. b. Doris ate a bowl of cold soup for dinner. Answer: b
18. a. I read the book I brought slowly. b. I slowly read the book I brought. Answer: b
19. a. Mom served a hot plate to the guest. b. Mom served a plate to the guest that was hot. Answer: a
20. a The kids threw in the hamper the clothes they had worn to school. b. The kids threw their clothes in the hamper they had worn to school. Answer: a
21. a. When young, my mom went back to work. b. When I was young, my mom went back to work. Answer: b
22. a. Walking to school, the downpour soaked me. b. Walking to school, I was soaked by the downpour. Answer: b
23. a. While I was swimming in the pool, the water became cold. b. Swimming in the pool, the water became cold. Answer: a
24. a. Stepping across the puddle, my phone dropped into the water. b. Stepping across the puddle, I dropped my phone into the water. Answer: b
25. a. I nearly earned twenty dollars helping my dad. b. I earned nearly twenty dollars helping my dad. Answer: b
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Problem: Which sentence is correct? Common Core L.7.2a
a. The violist played a beautiful, Demonstrate command of the conventions haunting melody. of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. b. The violist played a beautiful haunting melody. Use a comma to separate coordinate adjectives (e.g., It was a fascinating, enjoyable movie but not He wore an Answer: a old [,] green shirt).
Question Bank:
Choose the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
1. He hires people who are kind smart and efficient. a. He hires people, who are kind, smart and efficient. b. He hires people who are kind, smart, and efficient. c. He hires people who, are kind, smart, and efficient. Answer: b
2. Kerry bought several blue wool sweaters. a. Kerry bought several, blue, wool, sweaters. b. Kerry bought several blue, wool sweaters. c. Kerry bought several blue wool sweaters. Answer: c
3. Across the way, I saw a wild overgrown unruly yard. a. Across the way, I saw a wild, overgrown, unruly yard. b. Across the way, I saw a wild overgrown, unruly yard. c. Across the way, I saw a wild, overgrown unruly yard. Answer: a
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4. Billy helps little old ladies carry their groceries. a. Billy helps little, old, ladies carry their groceries. b. Billy helps little old, ladies carry their groceries. c. Billy helps little old ladies carry their groceries. Answer: c
5. The clean cool water was a relief to my hot feet. a. The clean cool water was a relief to my hot feet. b. The clean, cool water was a relief to my hot feet. c. The clean, cool, water was a relief to my hot feet. Answer: b
6. We were prepared for a long boring meeting. a. We were prepared for a long, boring meeting. b. We were prepared for a long, boring, meeting. c. We were prepared for a long boring meeting. Answer: a
7. In order to get home, we must travel over several high narrow dangerous bridges. a. In order to get home, we must travel over several high narrow dangerous bridges. b. In order to get home, we must travel over several, high, narrow, dangerous, bridges. c. In order to get home, we must travel over several high, narrow, dangerous bridges. Answer: c
8. The musician played a slow mournful tune. a. The musician played a slow mournful tune. b. The musician played a slow, mournful, tune. c. The musician played a slow, mournful tune. Answer: c
9. The white farm house was in need of paint. a. The white, farm, house was in need of paint. b. The white farm house was in need of paint. c. The white, farm house was in need of paint. Answer: b
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10. It was a bright warm and sunny day. a. It was a bright, warm and sunny day. b. It was a bright, warm, and sunny day. c. It was a bright warm, and sunny day. Answer: a
11. I like a hot fresh cup of coffee in the morning. a. I like a hot, fresh, cup of coffee in the morning. b. I like a hot, fresh cup of coffee in the morning. c. I like a hot fresh cup of coffee in the morning. Answer: b
12. Dana is a brave smart and kind person. a. Dana is a brave smart and kind person. b. Dana is a brave, smart, and kind, person. c. Dana is a brave, smart, and kind person. Answer: c
13. The crowd cheered as the big tough team took the field. a. The crowd cheered as the big, tough team took the field. b. The crowd cheered as the big, tough, team took the field. c. The crowd cheered as the big tough, team took the field. Answer: a
14. The lazy fat cat found the room full of soft comfortable places to sleep. a. The lazy fat cat found the room full of soft, comfortable places to sleep. b. The lazy, fat cat found the room full of soft, comfortable places to sleep. c. The lazy, fat cat found the room full of soft comfortable places to sleep. Answer: b
15. The cute little cottage sat far off from the road. a. The cute, little cottage sat far off from the road. b. The cute, little, cottage sat far off from the road. c. The cute little cottage sat far off from the road. Answer: c
16. Mary was a difficult stubborn child. a. Mary was a difficult, stubborn, child. b. Mary was a difficult, stubborn child. c. Mary was a difficult stubborn child. Answer: b
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17. The big juicy apple is ready to be eaten. a. The big, juicy apple is ready to be eaten. b. The big juicy, apple is ready to be eaten. c. The big, juicy, apple is ready to be eaten. Answer: a
18. The old worn weathered book is Bill’s favorite. a. The old, worn weathered, book is Bill’s favorite. b. The old, worn, weathered, book is Bill’s favorite. c. The old, worn, weathered book is Bill’s favorite. Answer: c
19. Dad is a tall handsome fellow. a. Dad is a tall, handsome, fellow. b. Dad is a tall, handsome fellow. c. Dad is a tall handsome fellow. Answer: b
20. The large anxious crowd awaited the arrival of the home team. a. The large, anxious crowd awaited the arrival of the home team. b. The large, anxious, crowd awaited the arrival of the home team. c. The large anxious, crowd awaited the arrival of the home team. Answer: a
21. The rich dark chocolate cake was a nice treat. a. The rich, dark chocolate, cake was a nice treat. b. The rich, dark, chocolate, cake was a nice treat. c. The rich dark chocolate cake was a nice treat. Answer: c
22. We traveled over steep winding and dangerous roads to get to town. a. We traveled over steep winding and dangerous roads to get to town. b. We traveled over steep, winding, and dangerous roads to get to town. c. We traveled over steep, winding, and dangerous, roads to get to town. Answer: b
23. Louis is a smart efficient student. a. Louis is a smart, efficient, student. b. Louis is a smart, efficient student. c. Louis is a smart efficient student. Answer: b
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24. In the field Harry saw a large scary wild beast. a. In the field Harry saw a large, scary, wild, beast. b. In the field Harry saw a large scary, wild beast. c. In the field Harry saw a large, scary, wild beast. Answer: b
25. The cute little girl grabbed her mom’s hand. a. The cute, little, girl grabbed her mom’s hand. b. The cute, little girl grabbed her mom’s hand. c. The cute little girl grabbed her mom’s hand. Answer: c
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7th Grade Language: L.7.2b
Problem: Select the correct spelling from the Common Core L.72b: definition below.
Demonstrate command of the conventions To produce a copy of a document of standard English capitalization, a. Forgry punctuation, and spelling when writing. b. Foregery c. Forgery
Spell Correctly Answer: c
Question Bank:
Select the correct spelling for the definition below.
1. To give assistance a. Aide b. aid c. ade Answer: b
2. A small island a. isle b. aisle c. I’ll Answer: a
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3. To dig a hole or tunnel for habitation or refuge a. burrow b. burro c. borough Answer: a
4. Distant and cool a. Chili b. Chile c. Chilly Answer: c
5. Field of vision a. Cite b. Sight c. Site Answer: b
6. Payable on demand a. Do b. Dew c. Due Answer: c
7. At, toward, or near the front a. Fore b. Four c. For Answer: a
8. Completely, whole a. Holy b. Wholly c. Holey Answer: b
9. A wooden pole with a blade at one end a. Or b. Ore c. Oar Answer: c
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10. To work with a needle and thread a. Sew b. Sow c. So Answer: a
11. They are a. There b. They’re c. Their Answer: b
12. To measure a. Meat b. Meet c. Mete Answer: c
13. To decrease bit by bit a. Pare b. Pear c. Pair Answer: a
14. To demolish a. Raise b. Raze c. Rays Answer: b
15. Having excessive pride in one’s appearance a. Vane b. Vein c. Vain Answer: c
16. A characteristic or particular odor a. Cent b. Scent c. Sent Answer: b
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17. A narrow hard bed or straw-filled mattress a. Pallet b. Palette c. Palate Answer: a
18. To overcome or take control a. Conker b. Conquer c. Conquere Answer: b
19. Just, only a. Merely b. Meerly c. Merly Answer: a
20. A conscious awareness a. Sents b. Scents c. Sense Answer: c
21. Only just a. Bearly b. barely c. barley Answer: b
22. A small being with magical powers a. Fiery b. Ferry c. Fairy Answer: c
23. A grain or seed enclosed in a husk a. Colonel b. Kernel c. Cernal Answer: b
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24. Spell incorrectly a. Misspell b. Mispell c. Mispill Answer: a
25. Used to introduce alternate possibilities a. Weather b Wheither c. Whether Answer: c
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7th Grade Language: L.7.3
Problem: Which sentence is more precise Common Core L.7.3: and less wordy than the others?
Use knowledge of language and its a. I’m just asking for some family conventions when writing, speaking, vacation planning of a thoughtful reading, or listening. nature. b. I’m asking for thoughtful family Choose language that expresses ideas vacation planning. precisely and concisely, recognizing and eliminating wordiness and redundancy.
Answer: b
Question Bank:
For each wordy or redundant sentence, select the best and most concise edited version.
1. It was absolutely essential that we got to the worksite on time. a. It was absolutely that we got to the worksite on time. b. It was essential that we got to the worksite on time. c. It was that we got to the worksite on time. Answer: b
2. We must always be aware at all times of our surroundings. a. We must be aware of our surroundings. b. We must be aware at all times of our surroundings. c. We must always be aware of our surroundings. Answer: c
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3. I went to the doctor the reason is because I was not feeling well. a. I went to the doctor because I was not feeling well. b. I went to the doctor the reason being I was not feeling well. c. I went to the doctor due to the fact I was not feeling well. Answer: a
4. The vote for the new stoplight was completely and totally unanimous. a. The vote for the new stoplight was totally unanimous. b. The vote for the new stoplight was unanimous. c. The vote for the new stoplight was completely unanimous. Answer: b
5. The end result of the final completion of the project was a new stadium. a. The end result of the completion of the project was a new stadium. b. The result of the final completion of the project was a new stadium. c. The result of the completion of the project was a new stadium. Answer: c
6. In my personal opinion I personally feel we should go to the movies tonight. a. In my opinion I feel we should go to the movies tonight. b. In my personal opinion I feel we should go to the movies tonight. c. I feel we should go to the movies tonight. Answer: c
7. Bob and Alice had a frank and honest exchange about how the new innovations were changing their jobs. a. Frank and Alice had a frank exchange about how the new innovations were changing their jobs. b. Frank and Alice had an honest exchange about how the innovations were changing their jobs. c. Frank and Alice had a frank and honest exchange about how the innovations were changing their jobs. Answer: b
8. The army was surrounded on all sides in spite of the fact that they were fighting fiercely. a. The army was surrounded although they were fighting fiercely. b. The army was surrounded on all sides although they were fighting fiercely. c. The army was surrounded in spite of the fact they were fighting fiercely. Answer: a
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9. Don’t try to anticipate in advance the changes that will, all things considered, change the future. a. Don’t try to anticipate in advance the changes that will change the future. b. Don’t try to anticipate the changes that will, all things considered, change the future. c. Don’t try to anticipate the changes that will change the future. Answer: c
10. We always try advance planning of our yearly annual summer vacation early in the year. a. We always try planning our annual summer vacation early in the year. b. We always try advance planning our annual summer vacation early in the year. c. We always try planning our yearly annual summer vacation early in the year. Answer: a
11. I believe beyond a shadow of a doubt that we will win the game because the team practices on a daily basis. a. I believe beyond a shadow of a doubt that we will win the game because the team routinely practices. b. I believe we will win the game because the team practices daily. c. I believe beyond a shadow of a doubt that we will with the game because the the team practices daily. Answer: b
12. The point I’m trying to make is in order to have fun we most certainly have to try. a. In order to have fun we most certainly have to try. b. The point I’m trying to make is to have fun we most certainly have to try. c. In order to have fun we have to try. Answer: c
13. It would be advisable to go to school due to the fact that there is an assembly today. a. It would be advisable to go to school because there is an assembly today. b. You should go to school because there is an assembly today. c. You should go to school due to the fact that there is an assembly today. Answer: b
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14. The government used tactful diplomacy to force the combative nation to behave and conduct themselves in a peaceful manner. a. The government used diplomacy to force the combative nation to behave in a peaceful manner. b. The government used tactful diplomacy to force the combative nation to behave in a peaceful manner. c. The government used diplomacy to force the combative nation to behave in a peaceful manner. Answer: c
15. Any particular type of confectionary dessert is fine with me. a. Any type of confectionary dessert is fine with me. b. Any dessert is fine with me. c. Any particular type of dessert is fine with me. Answer: b
16. At first I was initially afraid of getting up at 9 a.m. in the morning to go for a walk. a. I was initially afraid of getting up at 9 in the morning to go for a walk. b. I was initially afraid of getting up at 9 a.m. in the morning to go for a walk. c. At first I was initially afraid of getting up at 9 in the morning to go for a walk. Answer: a
17. The transportation vehicle was parked in close proximity to the building. a. The transportation vehicle was parked next to the building. b. The vehicle was parked next to the building. c. The vehicle was parked in close proximity to the building. Answer: b
18. A large number of people have the ability to change their minds subsequent to making a decision. a. A large number of people have the ability to change their minds after making a decision. b. Many people have the ability to change their minds subsequent to making a decision. c. Many people have the ability to change their minds after making a decision. Answer: c
19. We need to completely finish the pizza so at this point in time we can have a sweet dessert. a. We need to finish the pizza so we can have dessert. b. We need to completely finish the pizza so we can have a sweet dessert. c. We need to finish the pizza at this point in time so we can have dessert. Answer: a
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20. It is within the realm of possibility that with a successful victory we could go to the championship game. a. It is possible with a successful victory we could go to the championship game. b. It is within the realm of possibility that with a victory we could go to the championship game. c. It is possible with a victory we could go to the championship game. Answer: c
21. At 12 midnight the New Year starts and as our usual custom we will celebrate. a. At midnight the New Year starts and as our usual custom we will celebrate. b. At midnight the New Year starts and as usual we will celebrate. c. At 12 midnight the New Year starts and as usual we will celebrate. Answer: b
22. Her hair is long in length in the back and in the future to come she will cut it. a. Her hair is long and tomorrow she will cut it. b. Her hair is long in length and in the future she will cut it. c. Her hair is longer in the back and tomorrow she will cut it. Answer: a
23. In a matter of speaking suggesting that a student copy from another’s paper is not something I would recommend. a. Suggesting that a student copy from another’s paper is not something I would recommend. b. I would not recommend a student copy from another’s paper. c. In a matter of speaking I would not recommend a student copy from another’s paper. Answer: b
24. In the case of this policy everyone in town was without a doubt upset. a. In the case of this policy everyone in town was upset. b. Everyone without a doubt was upset about this policy. c. Everyone in town was upset about this policy. Answer: c
25. What I mean to say is in that case I will give you an answer tomorrow. a. What I mean to say is I will give you an answer tomorrow. b. In that case I will give you an answer tomorrow. c. I will give you an answer tomorrow. Answer: c
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7th Grade Language: L.7.4a
Problem: What is the meaning of the Common Core L.7.4a: underlined word?
Determine or clarify the meaning of She was greatly piqued when they refused unknown and multiple-meaning words and her invitation. phrases based on grade 7 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of a. A feeling of excitement strategies. b. A feeling of irritation or resentment. Use context (e.g. the overall meaning c. A feeling of anger of a sentence or paragraph; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as Answer: b a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.
Question Bank:
Use the context of the sentence to select the meaning of each underlined word.
1. We enjoyed our field trip to the new dinosaur exhibit at the museum. a. A public showing of something of interest b. A play c. To show by outward signs Answer: a
2. Harry was despondent over the loss of his beloved dog. a. Indifferent b. Sad c. calm Answer: b
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3. Liam bought Mary personalized stationery for her birthday. a. Writing materials b. Office supplies c. Unmovable Answer: a
4. The stadium had ample space for all of the football fans. a. Not enough space b. Energized c. More than enough without being excessive Answer: c
5. The Amsterdam hostel was the nicest one we stayed in during our trip. a. Scary place b. Youth hotel c. Outside park Answer: b
6. Louis was a novice skier so he had to stay on the easy ski trails. a. Experienced b. Beginner c. Clumsy Answer: b
7. Mary was very meticulous when cutting the soft tissue for her science experiment. a. To take great care and effort b. Reckless and dangerous c. Worried Answer: a
8. The bike was reasonably priced after the discount was applied. a. Highly priced b. Unruly c. Fairly priced Answer: c
9. Jack tried to convince George that he was telling the truth. a. Disbelieve wholly b. Cause to believe firmly c. To make easy Answer: b
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11. Coach was nonchalant about losing the game since his team is in first place anyway. a. Indifferent; unconcerned b. Concerned; interested c. Angry; upset Answer: a
12. The sleigh glided across the snow despite being weighed down with a merry gift giver and his presents. a. Car; automobile b. Light vehicle pulled by horses c. Motorcycle Answer: b
13. We must preserve our natural resources so future generations can enjoy their beauty. a. Waste; Destroy b. Explore; c. Maintain; save; protect Answer: c
14. Allison is bilingual in English and French. a. Ability to speak one language b. Ability to speak two languages c. Ability to speak three languages Answer: b
15. Jack was overwhelmed by the amount of math homework due tomorrow. a. At ease; comfortable b. Overcome; buried c. Excited Answer: b
16. The troops marched in unison down the street. a. At the same time b. Separate; individually c. Lively Answer: a
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17. The idea of winning is not out of the realm of possibility. a. Kingdom b. Distance c. Range; scope Answer: c
18. You must remit the whole amount of the bill or your power will be shut off. a. Keep; hold b. Pay c. Borrow Answer: b
19. The closeness of the wild fires made it mandatory for everyone to leave their homes. a. Required b. Optional c. Possible Answer: a
20. The whole team looked dejected after losing the championship game to their rivals. a. Happy b. Fearful c. Sad Answer: c
21. The class vote was unanimous to go to the water park for the end of year field trip. a. Indecisive b. Absolute agreement c. Different; disagreeable Answer: b
22. I am not adverse to the idea of going to the park. a. Against b. Happy c. Helpful Answer: a
23. The dog became uncontrollable after he saw the cat. a. Gentile b. Playful c. Unruly Answer: c
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24. The exertion of running up the hill made us all tired. a. Idleness b. Use of energy c. Lack of rest Answer: b
25. The literal meaning of the word is hard to define. a. Exact b. Almost c. Opposite Answer: a
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7th Grade Language: L.7.4b
Problem: What is the root of the word and Common Core L.7.4b: what is its meaning?
Determine or clarify the meaning of Capsule unknown and multiple-meaning words and a. Cap- head phrases based on grade 7 reading and b. Cap- end content, choosing flexibly from a range of c. Sule- container strategies.
Use common, grade-appropriate Greek or Latin affixes and roots as Answer: a clues to the meaning of a word.
Consult general and specialized reference materials, both print and digital, to find the pronunciation for a word to determine or clarify its Question Bank: precise meaning or its part of speech.
For each work below, select the root of the word and its meaning.
1. Exceed a. Ex- more b. Ceed- go c. Exce- leave Answer: b
2. Ultrasonic a. Sonic- beyond b. Ultra- extra c. Ultra- beyond Answer: c
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3. Triathalon a. Tri- three b. Athalon- athlete c. Tri- attempt Answer: a
4. Verbalize a. Lize- say b. Ver- understand c. Verb- word Answer: c
5. Zygote a. Ote- egg b. Zyg- pair c. Zyg- group Answer: b
6. Summation a. Sum- highest b. Sum- add c. Mation- amount Answer: a
7. Semiannual a. Semian- human b. Annual- yearly c. Semi- half Answer: c
8. Interstellar a. Inter- between b. Inter- inside c. Stellar- star Answer: c
9. Tactile a. Tile- floor cover b. Tact- touch c. Tact- tough Answer: b
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10. Technology a. Techno- skill b. ology- subject of study c. Tech- expert Answer: a
11. Omnipotent a. Potent- potential b. Omni- all c. Potent- knowledge Answer: b
12. Temporal a. Oral- verbal b. Temp- limited time c. Temp- time Answer: c
13. Septet a. Tet- Holiday b. Sept- seven c. Tet- New Year Answer: b
14. Selfish a. Self- for itself b. Fish- catch c. Elfish- small Answer: a
15. Sophisticate a. So- then b. His- possession c. Soph- wise Answer: c
16. Intrastate a. State- being b. Intra- within c. Tra- three Answer: b
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17. Attraction a. Tract- pull b. Traction- grip c. At- here Answer: a
18. Terminate a. Ate- consumed b. Term- definition c. Term- end Answer: c
19. Terrain a. Rain- Water drop b. Terra- land c. Err- make a mistake Answer: b
20. Solar a. So- Then b. La- musical note c. Sol- sun Answer: c
21. Submarine a. Sub- under b. Marine- sea related c. Sub- sandwich Answer: a
22. Acrobat a. Bat- winged mammal b. Acro- height c. Bat- wooden stick Answer: b
23. Coauthor a. Author- scribe b. Co- joint c. Author- writer Answer: b
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24. Forebear a. Bear- Difficult b. Bear- Large mammal c. Fore- earlier Answer: c
25. Gastronomy a. Gastro- stomach b. Gas- Combustible fluid c. astronomy- study of the stars Answer: a
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7th Grade Language: L.7.4c
Problem: Select the meaning of the word. Common Core L.7.4c: Then confirm the meaning by checking the sentence’s context. Determine or clarify the meaning of Stodgy unknown and multiple-meaning words and a. Heavy, dull phrases based on grade 7 reading and b. Fat, overweight content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. Sentence: She had trouble getting through Verify the preliminary determination the stodgy Biology book. of the meaning of a word or phrase (e.g., by checking the inferred meaning in context in a dictionary). Answer: a
Question Bank:
Select the meaning of the word first. Then confirm your answer by checking the inferred meaning in context by reviewing the sentence.
1. Exotic a. Originating in or characteristic of a foreign country or culture b. Odd; different c. Rare The exotic plant looked like a tree from the rain forest. Answer: a
2. Deception a. A trick b. Truth c. Cheat The thief used deception to get the clerk to open the register. Answer: a
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4. Tangible a. Immaterial b. Substantial c. Vague Bill wanted tangible proof that the dog was not vicious and would not bite. Answer: b
5. Confiscate a. Destroy b. Give freely c. Take over If you do not play fairly I will confiscate your game. Answer: c
6. Exasperate a. Irritate greatly b. Delight c. Help The numerous questions began to exasperate the tired doctor. Answer: a
7. Unyielding a. Give in b. Relentless c. Weak Josh showed unyielding courage as he continued to climb the mountain. Answer: b
8. Affirmative a. Negative b. Firm c. Positive The crowd was affirmative in their support of the home team. Answer: c
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9. Barbarian a. Kind; gentle b. Primitive; savage c. Foreign A caveman is considered a barbarian. Answer: b
10. Biweekly a. Semi weekly b. Once c. Multiple I am paid biweekly so I have to stick to a strict budget. Answer: a
11. Credibility a. Unbelievable b. Fair c. Believability Her credibility came into question when she lied about the test scores. Answer: c
12. Unruly a. Calm b. Uncontrollable c. Immeasurable The crowd became unruly when the penalty flag was thrown. Answer: b
13. Inaudible a. Impossible to hear b. Loud c. Silent The speaker was inaudible to those sitting in the back of the auditorium. Answer: a
14. Casually a. Formal b. Quickly c. Indifferently She casually walked into the room as if she didn’t have a care in the world. Answer: c
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15. Maintain a. Forget b. Keep up c. Neglect Mary worked hard to maintain her perfect attendance. Answer: b
16. Unanimous a. Disagreeable b. Different c. Unified The class was unanimous in its vote to postpone the test. Answer: c
17. Overlooked a. Neglected b. Attended to c. Sight The kids overlooked the fact that their mom was tired. Answer: a
18. Completely a. Partially b. Totally c. Semi Todd completely understood why he couldn’t go on the trip. Answer: b
19. Exceptional a. Ordinary b. Exempt c. Outstanding Jenny did an exceptional job on her science fair project. Answer: c
20. Commitment a. Release b. Pledge c. Do Doug decided to renew his commitment to get better grades. Answer: b
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21. Implicate a. Connect; involve b. Clear; absolve c. Convict The police have evidence that will implicate him in the crime. Answer: a
22. Belligerent a. Happy; cheerful b. Peaceful c. Combative The coach became belligerent when his team was accused of cheating. Answer: c
23. Dichotomy a. Agreement; oneness b. Division c. Same The dichotomy between good and evil is very obvious. Answer: b
24. Miniature a. Small; tiny b. Large c. Average The miniature horse stood only 3 feet tall. Answer: a
25. Comparison a. Contrast b. Analyzing c. Different The class did a comparison study between the horse and donkey. Answer: b
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7th Grade Language: L.7.5a
Problem: What activity is the author Common Core L.7.5a: describing?
Demonstrate understanding of figurative The violets bowed their heads. language, word relationships, and nuances in a. The violets looked down. word meaning. b. The violets wilting. c. The violets waking up.
Interpret figures of speech (e.g., Answer: b literary, biblical, and mythological allusions) in context.
Question Bank:
Select which figurative language is being used in each sentence.
1. That was the easiest test in the whole wide world. a. Alliteration b. Hyperbole c. Simile Answer: b
2. They are as close as two peas in a pod. a. Simile b. Metaphor c. Personification Answer: a
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3. The party died when the sun danced on the horizon. a. Metaphor b. Personification c. Alliteration Answer: b
4. His candy sweet words were not appealing to her. a. Simile b. Hyperbole c. Metaphor Answer: c
5. The screaming alarm clock woke me up. a. Personification b. Simile c. Alliteration Answer: a
6. Suddenly I could hear his voice clear as a bell. a. Personification b. Simile c. Hyperbole Answer: b
7. Several silly swimmers swam all day. a. Simile b. Personification c. Alliteration Answer: c
8. Mom cooked enough food to feed the whole neighborhood. a. Hyperbole b. Metaphor c. Simile Answer: a
9. Perry’s pig pranced properly around the pig pen. a. Personification b. Alliteration c. Hyperbole Answer: b
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10. The last piece of cake was begging to be eaten. a. Personification b. Simile c. Alliteration Answer: a
11. The mouth of the river yawned wide and deep. a. Simile b. Personification c. Hyperbole Answer: b
12. Dana’s eyes were fireflies in the flickering firelight. a. Hyperbole b. Simile c. Metaphor Answer: c
13. The group crowded around the buffet like a hungry pack of dogs. a. Simile b. Hyperbole c. Alliteration Answer: a
14. Her hair hung down her back in a long dark cascading waterfall of curls. a. Metaphor b. Alliteration c. Hyperbole Answer: a
15. Shaking his hand was like shaking a wet noodle. a. Metaphor b. Personification c. Simile Answer: c
16. The leaves danced happily in the breeze. a. Simile b. Personification c. Alliteration Answer: b
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17. Nothing can stop Greg from winning the race. a. Hyperbole b. Personification c. Simile Answer: a
18. Her hands are as cold as ice. a. Metaphor b. Simile c. Alliteration Answer: b
19. Jake’s room was a disaster area. a. Simile b. Personification c. Metaphor Answer: c
20. Ten tiny tots tapped together. a. Alliteration b. Simile c. Hyperbole Answer: a
21. Christmas is a million days away. a. Simile b. Hyperbole c. Personification Answer: b
22. The wind breathed a soft whispery sigh through the trees. a. Hyperbole b. Personification c. Simile Answer: b
23. Her hair was as soft as silk. a. Simile b. Personification c. Hyperbole Answer: a
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24. The pizza was taking forever to bake. a. Simile b. Alliteration c. Hyperbole Answer: c
25. The job was a lifeline to Mary. a. Metaphor b. Personification c. Simile Answer: a
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7th Grade Language: L.7.5b
Problem: Complete the analogy. Common Core L.7.5b:
Doctors: Patients Demonstrate understanding of figurative Teachers: language, word relationships, and nuances in a. Principals word meaning. b. Students c. Classroom
Using the relationship between Answer: b particular words (e.g., synonym/antonym, analogy) to better understand each of the words.
Question Bank:
1. Which word is a synonym for “happy”? a. Blissful b. Sad c. Rich Answer: a
2. Which word is an antonym for “discord”? a. Disrupt b. Fight c. Harmony Answer: c
3. Complete the analogy. Pencil: Write Crayon: _____ a. Paper b. Color c. Book Answer: b
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4. Which word is an antonym for “discover”? a. Find b. Miss c. Win Answer: b
5. Which word is a synonym for “straight”? a. Erect b. Twisted c. Indirect Answer: a
6. Complete the analogy. Gas: Car Wood: _____ A. Smoke b. House c. Fire Answer: c
7. Which word is a synonym for “manage”? a. Govern b. Bumble c. Enjoy Answer: a
8. Which word is an antonym for “favorite”? a. Admired b. Hated c. Liked Answer: b
9. Complete this analogy. Robert: Bob Susan: _____ a. Sue b. Miss c. Her Answer: a
10. Which word is a synonym for “buffoon”? a. Clever b. Wise c. Clown Answer: c
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11. Which word is an antonym for “depart”? a. Arrive b. Leave c. Stay Answer: a
12. Complete the analogy. Gaggle: Geese Herd: ____ a. Fish b. Cows c. Birds Answer: b
13. Which word is a synonym for “sincere”? a. Dishonest b. Intelligent c. True Answer: c
14. Which word is an antonym for “regulate”? a. Balance b. Mismanage c. Ordinary Answer: b
15. Complete the analogy. Word: Sentence Page: ______a. Letter b. Series c. Book Answer: c
16. Which word is a synonym for “disgraceful”? a. Contemptible b. Graceful c. Honorable Answer: a
17. Which word is an antonym for “unique”? a. Uncommon b. Special c. Usual Answer: c
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18. Complete the analogy. Puppy: Dog Kitten: ______a. Bird b. Cat c. Fish Answer: b
19. Which word is a synonym for “sacred”? a. Hallowed b. Profane c. Ordinary Answer: a
20. Which word is an antonym for “dominant”? a. Assertive b. Uncaring c. Reserved Answer: c
21. Complete the analogy. Trunk: Tree Stem: ______a. Grass b. Flower c. Water Answer: b
22. Which word is a synonym for “erode”? a. Crumble b. Build c. Preserve Answer: a
23. Which word in an antonym for “consume”? a. Devour b. Trash c. Store Answer: c
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24. Complete the analogy. Fish: Water Bird: _____ a. Land b. Air c. Forest Answer: b
25. Which word is a synonym for “unify”? a. Marry b. Divide c. Cut Answer: a
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7th Grade Language: L.7.5c
Problem: Which sentence has the most Common Core L.7.5c: neutral connotative impression of Betsy?
Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in a. Betsy was an enthusiastic student. word meaning. b. Betsy was an active student. c. Betsy was a fanatical student.
Distinguish among the connotations Answer: b (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., refined, respectful, polite, diplomatic, condescending).
Question Bank:
Instructions: For each set of sentences, select the more negative connotation.
1. a. Eggs make an inexpensive meal. b. Eggs make a cheap meal. Answer: b
2. a. My aging laptop is on its last leg. b. My ancient laptop is on its last leg. Answer: b
3. a. The scrawny cat sat on our doorstep. b. The skinny cat sat on our doorstep. Answer: a
4. a. We own a shack in the mountains. b. We own a hut in the mountains. Answer: a
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5. a. We ate lunch at the local café today. b. We ate lunch at the local greasy spoon today. Answer: b
6. a. Bill is a thrifty shopper. b. Bill is a stingy shopper. Answer: b
7. a. Gene is a fanatical believer in recycling. b. Gene is a steadfast believer in recycling. Answer: a
8. a. The model was slender. b. The model was thin. Answer: b
9. a. George is a cunning fellow. b. George is a clever fellow. Answer: a
10. a. I have often been called assertive. b. I have often been called pushy. Answer: b
11. a. Eric was very confident in his abilities. b. Eric was very secure in his abilities. Answer: a
12. a. Jenny is very chatty. b. Jenny is very conversational. Answer: a
13. a. Liam looks very juvenile. b. Liam looks very young. Answer: a
14. a. Joan has been known to be very inquisitive. b. Joan has been known to be very nosy. Answer: b
15. a. The professor was very relaxed in his teaching style. b. The professor was very laid- back in his teaching style. Answer: b
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16. a. Red is a stunning color. b. Red is a lovely color. Answer: b
17. a. Mom is a frugal shopper. b. Mom is an economical shopper. Answer: a
18. a. Louis’ interest in cars has become a hobby. b. Louis’s interest in cars has become an obsession. Answer: b
19. a. George has become quite the foolhardy traveler. b. George has become quite the courageous traveler. Answer: a
20. a. The vet was mildly intimidated by the assertive dog. b. The vet was mildly intimidated by the aggressive dog. Answer: b
21. a. The garbage had a strong aroma. b. The garbage had a strong stench. Answer: b
22. a. John is an active sports fan. b. John is a fanatical sports fan. Answer: b
23. a. David is an impulsive buyer. b. David is a spontaneous buyer. Answer: a
24. a. Harry has a confident air about himself. b. Harry has a conceited air about himself. Answer: b
25. a. We enjoy eating dinner with our cultured friends. b. We enjoy eating dinner with our snobbish friends. Answer: b
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7th Grade Language: L.7.6
Problem: Select the appropriate definition Common Core L.7.6: for the following word.
Acquire and use accurately grade- Exuberant appropriate general academic and domain- a. Filled with lively energy specific words and phrases; gather b. Profound insight vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. Answer: a
Question Bank:
Answer the following questions
Select which word fits best in the sentence.
1. Bill was having trouble ______what to do with his old guitar. a. Looking b. Deciding c. Selling Answer: b
2. Mary had to ______the invitation due to a prior engagement. a. Decline b. Accept c. Send Answer: a
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3. The test ______all of the work from last week. a. Avoided b. Encompassed c. Disregarded Answer: b
4. I hope to ______others to try to do their best. a. Discourage b. Bless c. Inspire Answer: c
5. The teacher has to ______a way to get the class to cooperate. a. Improvise b. Discipline c. Organize Answer: a
6. The play was a ______after the lead actor forgot his lines. a. Success b. Disaster c. Hilarious Answer: b
7. Please ______your choice. a. Reconsider b. Choose c. Think Answer: a
8. Everyone should ______their plastic bottles to save the earth. a. Preserve b. Recycle c. Save Answer: b
9. George has a long ______to work everyday. a. Wait b. Sacrifice c. Commute Answer: c
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10. The ______crowd shouted as their team entered the stadium. a. Exhilarated b. Upset c. Deceptive Answer: a
Select the best meaning for the underlined word in the following sentences.
11. The professor prepared his lesson plan for the upcoming semester. a. Student b. Teacher c. Volunteer Answer: b
12. Fertilizer helps to nourish the flowers we planted this year. a. Educate b. Starve c. Feed Answer: c
13. Dad had to maneuver the truck carefully to fit in the parking space. a. Handle b. Fuddle c. Push Answer: a
14. Josh’s juvenile prank got him in trouble. a. Mature b. Evil c. Childish Answer: c
15. Jane’s companion walked with her down the sidewalk. a. Pet b. Friend c. Enemy Answer: b
16. Henry’s confession implicated him in the robbery. a. Connected b. Cleared c. Confessed Answer: a
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17. It was only a temporary fix. a. Permanent b. Brief c. Perfect Answer: b
18. That was the weirdest story I ever read. a. Funniest b. Interesting c. Strange Answer: c
19. Louis almost didn’t recognize his long lost friend. a. See b. Identify c. Forget Answer: b
20. Harry was not eligible for the free offer. a. Qualified b. Ready c. Available Answer: a
Select the best definition for the word.
21. Auditor a. Bookkeeper b. Boss c. Secretary Answer: a
22. Recitation a. Silence b. Narration c. Explanation Answer: b
23. Approximately a. Exactly b. Never c. Nearly Answer: c
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24. Experiment a. Try b. Science c. Expert Answer: a
25. Utmost a. Least b. Highest c. Closest Answer: b
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