Mr. Thompson ELA 5th Grade Week of April 20-24

Hi everyone,

I hope you’re staying healthy and aren’t going too stir-crazy! I

miss all of you, and I can’t wait until we all see one another again.

There are quite a few pages in this packet, so let me explain to you

exactly what this thing is. This week, your ELA assignment is to play a

game of ELA BINGO on the attached BINGO card. You may choose to

do all five of your chosen squares in one day, or you may choose to do

one per day and end up with a BINGO on Friday! I have included all the

possible worksheets in this packet. I have also included, on the page

after the BINGO card, a brief description of some of the writing projects

that I have outlined in the BINGO card. At the end of everything, there’s

an answer sheet for the review questions.

I want to remind you all that all this work is optional and will not

be taken for a grade. If you have any questions as you’re working

through these things, don’t hesitate to contact me during my office hours

(8:30-12:30, M-F) via email or Remind.

I love you all, and I can’t wait to see you all again!

Mr. Thompson

kthompson@mcminnschools.com

Contents of the Packet

Cover Letter

BINGO Card

Some Clarifications for the BINGO Card

Verb Review Sheet

Conjunction, Interjection, and Preposition Review Sheet

Punctuation Review Sheet

Theme Review Sheet

Author’s Purpose Review Sheet

Miscellaneous Review Sheet

“My First Day of School” Story

ELA BINGO

Do the Verb

Review Sheet.

Read for at

least 20

minutes.

Look at the

story called

“My First Day

of School”.

There are

several

grammatical

mistakes in the

story. Fix

them!

Describe your

neighborhood

from the point

of view of a

stray dog.

Write two

Limericks.

(A description

of a limerick is

on the next

page.)

Ask your

parent/guardian

what his/her

favorite song

is. Listen to the

song with

him/her, and

talk about how

you felt about

the song.

Do the

Conjunction,

Interjection,

and Preposition

Review Sheet.

Write a funny

story.

I know a lot of

you are natural-

born

comedians—

here’s your

time to shine!

Write three

Haiku.

(A description

of a haiku is on

the next page.)

Read for at

least 20

minutes.

See if you can

write a

paragraph

(about anything

you want) that

uses EVERY

letter of the

alphabet at

least twice.

Do the Theme

Review Sheet.

Read for at

least 20

minutes.

Read for 10

minutes, and

then rewrite

what you just

read from a

new character’s

point of view.

See if you can

make a list of

words that end

with each letter

of the alphabet.

(for example:

cobra, slab,

basic. . .)

Read for at

least 20

minutes.

Write a scary

story. . . the

scarier the

better!

Do the

Miscellaneous

Review Sheet.

Do the

Punctuation

Review Sheet.

Read for at

least 20

minutes.

Write me an

email letting

me know how

your time off

from school

has been.

Read for at

least 20

minutes.

Tell a true story

from your life

from someone

else’s point of

view.

Read for at

least 20

minutes.

Do the

Author’s

Purpose

Review Sheet.

Some Clarifications

1) When I say, “Read for at least 20 minutes,” this means read anything. Read something that

you enjoy. It would make me happy if you were reading some big, long, academic book. It would

make me just as happy if I knew you were reading about Minecraft, Spider-Man, or a talking dog

trying to make his way home. Any reading that you do is good for you! (Hey—that rhymed!)

2) A quick word on limericks:

Limericks are five-line poems that have some special rules.

a. Lines 1, 2, and 5 have the same amount of syllables as one another, and these

three lines rhyme with each other.

b. Lines 3 and 4 have the same amount of syllables as one another, and these two

lines rhyme with each other.

c. Limericks are typically very silly, but they don’t necessarily have to be.

Here’s my example:

When quarantined in the fifth grade,

turn lemons into lemonade!

Add some water and sugar

(else it’ll taste like a booger)

and enjoy that sweet drink you’ve made.

3) A quick word on haiku:

A haiku is a three-line poem with a very specific set of rules.

a. The first line of the poem is five syllables, the second line is seven syllables,

and the third line is five syllables.

b. While not always, most haiku are about nature, and most of the lines stand by

themselves. However, this is not always the case. I will give an example of both.

Waves crash into dunes.

The taste of salt on my tongue.

Large white seagull cries.

(That is my nature example. Notice how each line is its own thought. Notice, too, how I

did not use complete sentences; this is okay to do when you’re writing poetry.)

Tonight, I will paint

my baby’s face while my wife

is sleeping. A prank!

(This is not about nature, and I carried my thoughts from one line into the next. That’s

okay, too!)

4) If you choose the option that requires you to write me an email, my email is

kthompson@mcminnschools.com. I look forward to hearing from you!

VERB PRACTICE

1.

I _______ for class president next year.

What goes in the blank?

A. will run

B. running

C. ran

D. run

2.

On the US flag, there are fifty stars, which stand for all fifty states. The stripes represented the first thirteen colonies of the United States.

What is the correct tense of the underlined verb above?

A. did represent

B. represent

C. representing

D. had represented

3.

The dog _______ in the neighbor's yard.

What goes in the blank?

A. running

B. is run

C. is running

D. has running

4. What best completes the sentence below?

By the time we reach Kalamazoo, we over 1,000 miles.

A. had traveled

B. will have traveled

C. will be traveling

D. was traveling

5.

Last week, Daniel blamed John for taking his video game, but later, the game was found in Daniel's closet. He apologized to John, and John accepting his apology.

What is the correct way to rewrite the underlined sentence above?

A. He apologized to John, and John is accepted his apology.

B. He apologized to John, and John accepted his apology.

C. He apologizes to John, and John accepted his apology.

D. He apologizes to John, and John was accepting his apology.

6. What best completes the sentence below?

Lyrica remembered the time when she to be a marine scientist.

A. had wanted

B. will have wanted

C. is going to want

D. will be wanting

7.

Jason _______ his brother last night to share the good news.

What goes in the blank?

A. called

B. will call

C. calling

D. calls

8.

You _______ to the beach tomorrow.

What goes in the blank?

A. will walk

B. walks

C. walking

D. walked

9.

After school, Karen will settle into the big chair in the living room with her book. Then, she pulled a blanket over her legs and read.

What is the correct tense of the underlined verb above?

A. will pull

B. pulls

C. was pulling

D. is pulled

10.

I cannot talk on the phone because I _______ on my homework right now.

What goes in the blank?

A. worked

B. am working

C. works

D. work

Answers

1. A

2. B

3. C

4. B

5. B

6. A

7. A

8. A

9. A

10. B

PREPOSITION PRACTICE

1. Which of these is a preposition in this sentence?

The cat went up the roof and disappeared for hours.

A. went

B. disappeared

C. and

D. up

2. Choose the best preposition to complete this sentence.

Somewhere _______ the sea lies my sweet memory.

A. beyond

B. for

C. onto

D. since

3. What is the prepositional phrase in the sentence below?

After the football game, the players went home but could not fall asleep because they were still so excited about the victory.

A. but could not

B. because they were still

C. players went home

D. after the football game

4. Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence.

Delilah needed to reach the jar that was _______ top of the shelf.

A. till

B. under

C. on

D. below

5. Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence.

While playing basketball, Jean Paul was hurt _____ the knee.

A. below

B. onto

C. over

D. at

The play was about to begin. Everyone on stage was ready. Joshua sat behind the curtain and waited for his turn. Today, he was going to prove himself. He leaned against the wall and waited some more.

6. Which of these is a preposition in the passage?

A. turn

B. himself

C. against

D. the wall

7. Which of these is a preposition in this sentence?

The bags underneath your eyes tell me you need more rest.

A. the

B. underneath

C. more

D. rest

8. A preposition combined with its object is called a prepositional phrase. Which of these is a

prepositional phrase in the sentence?

The kitty was playful and liked to run outside the house.

A. The kitty

B. and liked to

C. was playful

D. outside the house

9. Use the correct preposition to complete the sentence.

Sammy needs to finish all his chores and homework _______ his bedtime.

A. between

B. through

C. beside

D. before

10. Use the correct preposition to complete the sentence.

A rumble went _______ the crowd as everyone waited for the game to begin.

A. through

B. since

C. next

D. on

Answers

1. D

2. A

3. D

4. C

5. A

6. C

7. B

8. D

9. D

10. A

PUNCTUATION PRACTICE

1. Dylan is taking notes about a magazine article on space exploration. How should he write

down the name of the article?

A. Space Exploration Over the Years

B. Space Exploration Over the Years

C. "Space Exploration Over the Years"

D. Space Exploration Over the Years

2. Where does the comma belong in the sentence?

For example frogs are animals that can live both on land and in water.

A. after animals

B. after example

C. after land

D. after both

3.

When they had a picnic, Donna and her family brought _______

What is the correct way to write the missing part of the sentence?

A. several fruits, a couple of tuna sandwiches, carrots, and a large carton of orange juice.

B. several fruits, a couple of, tuna sandwiches, carrots and a large carton of, orange juice.

C. several, fruits, a couple of tuna, sandwiches carrots and a large carton of orange juice.

D. several fruits a couple, of tuna sandwiches, carrots, and a large carton, of orange juice.

4. Which of the following sentences uses commas correctly?

A. While we were sitting at the table, Sean tied my shoelaces together, so I tripped when I

tried to walk.

B. While we were sitting, at the table, Sean tied my shoelaces, together, so I tripped when I

tried to walk.

C. While we were sitting at the table, Sean, tied my shoelaces together, so I tripped when I

tried to walk.

D. While we were sitting at the table Sean tied my shoelaces together so I tripped when I

tried to walk.

5. Adam writes down on the blackboard the names of novels, and the names of the authors, that

he wants his students to read during the summer. How should Adam write the names of the

novels?

A. The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame and The Secret Garden by Frances

Hodgson Burnett

B. The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame and The Secret Garden by Frances

Hodgson Burnett

C. The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame and The Secret Garden by Frances

Hodgson Burnett

D. "The Wind in the Willows" by Kenneth Grahame and "The Secret Garden" by Frances

Hodgson Burnett

6.

Stacy got to go on a vacation to the beach but it rained every day she was there.

What should the writer do to correct this sentence?

A. Add a comma after "beach."

B. Add a comma after "day."

C. Change "there" to "their."

D. The sentence is correct.

7. Amy is writing an email to her friend. She wants to mention the name of her school magazine

in the email. What is the correct way for Amy to type the title of the magazine?

A. The Jackson High Monthly

B. "The Jackson High Monthly"

C. The Jackson High Monthly

D. The Jackson High Monthly

8. Lucy enjoyed helping her mother cook, but she wanted to try her own recipes. She decided to buy Roald Dahl's Even More Revolting Recipes because she liked reading his fictional stories. Some of the recipes were even from his stories!

Why is the phrase Roald Dahl's Even More Revolting Recipes underlined in the sentences

above?

A. It is the title of a book.

B. It is the title of a movie.

C. It is the name of a ship.

D. It is the name of a person.

9. Which of the following sentences uses commas correctly?

A. Pete needed help with his math homework, so I went to his house to study with him.

B. Pete needed help with his math homework so I went to his house to study with him.

C. Pete needed, help, with his math homework, so I went to his house to study with him.

D. Pete, needed help with his math homework, so I went to his house to study with him.

10. Which of the following sentences uses commas correctly?

A. Our English teacher, Mrs. Hye, gives us too much homework, and too many projects to

do.

B. Our English teacher, Mrs. Hye, gives us too much homework and too many projects to

do.

C. Our English teacher, Mrs. Hye gives us too much homework, and too many projects to

do.

D. Our English teacher Mrs. Hye gives us too much homework and too many projects to do.

Answers

1. C

2. B

3. A

4. A

5. A

6. A

7. D

8. A

9. A

10. B

THEME PRACTICE

1. Sweat is made by very many—maybe several million—little sweat glands scattered around your skin. They are more tightly packed on the palms of your hands and the soles of your feet. When seen in a microscope, each gland looks like a coiled-up tube with an opening on the surface of the skin. Its job is to make sweat. Sweat evaporates from the skin and cools your body.

Which best describes the main idea of the passage?

A. how sweat glands work

B. the purpose of skin

C. how to use a microscope

D. the skin on feet and hands

Arrowheads

by C. Vesely

Arrowheads are important artifacts that tell us about the past. An artifact is an item that was created by humans from an earlier time and was used for a certain purpose. An arrowhead, like the name suggests, is the tip of an arrow. Ancient people carved arrowheads out of stone and bone. Archaeologists, scientists that study artifacts, sort arrowheads by the dates they were made and by the name of the group of people who made them. Archaeologists use point typologies to help date and label arrowheads. A point typology is an arrowhead that shows an example of the size and shape of arrowheads from a certain region. Other arrowheads can be compared to point typologies to determine which group may have made them and when. When an arrowhead is named as a certain point typology, the archaeologists know that a certain group of people probably lived in the area where the arrowhead was found. Arrowheads provide important information about history. About four decades ago, the discovery of an arrowhead in Driggs, Idaho gave new evidence about that area. The arrowhead was dated back to over 10,000 years ago. The size and shape of this arrowhead connect it to the Clovis period. The Clovis people are thought to be the earliest people to have a permanent settlement in North America. They most likely stayed there because of the availability of food. Before the arrowhead was discovered,

no one knew that the Clovis people had lived there. Now, archaeologists are searching for more artifacts in that area. Arrowheads can help us find out a lot of information about the past.

2. What is the main reason why the author includes the definition of artifact in the passage?

A. to inspire the reader to become an archaeologist

B. to persuade the reader to make tools and other items for certain purposes

C. to support the idea that arrowheads tell important information about the past

D. to describe the appearance of an arrowhead

The Presentation

CHARACTERS:

LIAM

DYLAN

Scene 1: Liam and Dylan are outside a building.

LIAM: I've been waiting for a long time in this hot weather. How can you be late? Why are

you out of breath and sweating so much? It will make a bad impression on the judges.

DYLAN: I'm sorry. I tried calling you but—

LIAM: I don't want to hear your excuses. Let's go in; we are already late. I hope you brought

my flash drive for the presentation.

(Both walk inside the building.)

Scene 2: Liam and Dylan are in a room full of people.

(Dylan connects a flash drive to the laptop and starts the presentation. Liam notices

that there were some changes in the presentation. Everyone claps loudly when the

presentation is over.)

LIAM: (in a better mood) Why didn't you use the flash drive I gave you yesterday?

DYLAN:

Actually, after going home last night, I wanted to give the presentation some final

touches. However, when I opened the file, I saw that it was blank. I tried calling you,

but you did not answer your phone.

LIAM:

(puzzled) Why was the file blank? Oh, no! Shery, our dog came running with a stick in

her mouth, when I was saving the file. She dropped the stick at my feet and bounded

toward the backyard. Maybe I forgot to save the file correctly before going out into the

backyard.

DYLAN: Since I couldn't speak to you, I made another presentation based on the points we'd

discussed earlier. That's why I was late this morning.

LIAM: I'm sorry for being irresponsible, Dylan. I'm glad you made a new presentation so

quickly.

3. Which statement is one of the themes of the drama?

A. It is important to play games.

B. It is important to take care of pets at home.

C. It is important to be careful while working.

D. It is important to be on time.

Jimmy had a big problem: he had waited till the last minute to do his research paper. Although his teacher had given the class a full six weeks to get it done, Jimmy had played with his friends every afternoon. He never cracked a book or even did an online search of the subject. Now, he had two days to get it done. When he asked his mother for help, she asked how long he'd known about the assignment. He considered lying to her and blaming his teacher for not giving them enough time. He decided against that strategy because he knew his mother would call Mrs. Ransom and ask. She'd done that before, and he had gotten grounded for lying. "I've had six weeks," he answered. "You know Jimmy, it's not really my job to save you from your own bad decisions," she said. "You're going to have to do this on your own. I think that's the only way you're ever going to learn not to put things off. Haven't you ever heard the saying 'don't put off till tomorrow what you can do today'?" "Oh, Mom, I can do it in two days if you'll help me." "Sorry, son, I've got other things to do," she said. "You're on your own."

4. What is the main theme of this passage?

A. Playing with friends after school is a bad idea.

B. Big assignments take a lot of time to finish.

C. Do not wait till the last minute to do things.

D. Parents cannot always be counted on for help.

Who Is the Best?

by C. Vesely

Everyone should agree that Mickey Nadroj is the all-time best basketball player. However, some people think otherwise. They say that the younger James Bronle is the all-time best. Piper Scott, one of Nadroj's former teammates, would disagree with the statement that Nadroj is the all-time best player. "Nadroj was and is great. However, Bronle is a better all-around player than Nadroj ever was. Bronle is quick on the offense and the defense. He's a more complete player. No one gets by Bronle," Piper Scott stated in an interview last Thursday. Grant Ecaroh, another former teammate of Nadroj, was displeased by Scott's comments. He responded in a separate interview. "I do not know how Piper Scott could claim that Bronle is better than Nadroj! Nadroj scored more points per game on average than Bronle has. For me, the proof that Nadroj is better and will always be better is the fact that he has eight championship rings. How many does Bronle have? Count 'em. Zero!" Ecaroh said. Mickey Nadroj has outscored James Bronle on average. Nadroj also made his team play better through his encouragement and positive attitude. Bronle has been known to tear down his teammates and to hog the ball. Fans should judge for themselves, but keep in mind, Nadroj has eight championship rings while Bronle has none.

5. Which of the following is the best support for the main idea of the passage?

A. the description of Nadroj's attitude

B. the quote from Piper Scott

C. the author's stated opinion

D. the quote from Grant Ecaroh

Epiphany

adapted from Plato

A long time ago in Greece, there was a girl named Epiphany. She lived with her brother in a cave. They were afraid of a scary ogre, so they had to hide very quietly and carefully in this cave. They hid for a long time. To pass the time, Epiphany and her brother would look at the shadows cast on the cave wall. They had no idea what these shadows were, but they would make up names for each of them. Once her brother saw the shadow of a bird pass across the wall, and he cried out, "There, I call that one Avis." Epiphany agreed that was a good name. Then, Epiphany cried out, "There, I call that one Arbor." They both agreed that was a good name, too. The time came when the children's food ran out. Epiphany, being the oldest, had to sneak outside of the cave and find something for them to eat. She crept very carefully to the opening of the cave where she was blinded by the rays of the sun. When Epiphany's eyes finally opened and saw the world around her, she had no words to explain its beauty. She saw the thing that made the shadow her brother called "Avis." It was a bright bird with colorful tail feathers. She saw the thing that made the shadow she called "Arbor." It was an old, old olive tree. She went to this tree and gathered many olives for her brother and herself. With her arms full, she sneaked back into the cave. Epiphany's brother was excited to see her return. Epiphany told him about wonderful things outside. "Avis," she said, "is a bright, shiny bird of many colors, not a black shadow on the wall." Her brother laughed at Epiphany. "Don't be silly, Epiphany, I know what I saw. There is Avis right there." She looked where her brother pointed. She saw the shadow of the bird and became very sad.

6. What is the theme of "Epiphany"?

A. Sometimes truth is hard for some people to believe.

B. Sometimes it's a good idea to hide from an ogre.

C. Sometimes playing a joke on friend is a bad idea.

D. Sometimes older sisters have to make sacrifices.

Arrowheads

by C. Vesely

Arrowheads are important artifacts that tell us about the past. An artifact is an item that was created by humans from an earlier time and was used for a certain purpose. An arrowhead, like the name suggests, is the tip of an arrow. Ancient people carved arrowheads out of stone and bone. Archaeologists, scientists that study artifacts, sort arrowheads by the dates they were made and by the name of the group of people who made them. Archaeologists use point typologies to help date and label arrowheads. A point typology is an arrowhead that shows an example of the size and shape of arrowheads from a certain region. Other arrowheads can be compared to point typologies to determine which group may have made them and when. When an arrowhead is named as a certain point typology, the archaeologists know that a certain group of people probably lived in the area where the arrowhead was found. Arrowheads provide important information about history. About four decades ago, the discovery of an arrowhead in Driggs, Idaho gave new evidence about that area. The arrowhead was dated back to over 10,000 years ago. The size and shape of this arrowhead connect it to the Clovis period. The Clovis people are thought to be the earliest people to have a permanent settlement in North America. They most likely stayed there because of the availability of food. Before the arrowhead was discovered, no one knew that the Clovis people had lived there. Now, archaeologists are searching for more artifacts in that area. Arrowheads can help us find out a lot of information about the past.

7. How does the definition of point typology add support to the passage?

A. It helps explain how arrowheads are used to find information about the past.

B. It provides details about the Clovis people that lived thousands of years ago.

C. It tells where people can find arrowheads and other artifacts.

D. It gives evidence that archaeologists know what they are doing.

Dear Students, Please tune in on November 9 for the first broadcast of KSHS. You can hear Sandia High's new school radio station at 91.7 FM. KSHS will broadcast from 7-9 each school

morning. It will also broadcast from 2-4 p.m. The DJs will play your favorite music. There will also be interviews with your classmates and teachers. Please tune in on November 9 and support KSHS. Your principal, Mr. Salazar

8. What is the main idea of this letter?

A. to explain the new format of the station

B. to find advertisers for the radio station

C. to introduce the DJs running the station

D. to announce a new school radio station

Answers

1. A

2. C

3. C

4. C

5. D

6. A

7. A

8. D

AUTHOR’S PURPOSE PRACTICE

Music and Intelligence

Many people think that learning to play a musical instrument is just a fun activity. However,

it has many benefits. Nowadays more and more parents are encouraging their young children to

learn music. According to a report published in the Journal of Music and Health, when children

learn to play music, their brain processes sounds that they may otherwise not be able to hear. The

report states that there is a strong connection between musical training and brain health. Another

study showed that music helps in the development of memory in children between the ages of

two and three. Students who learn to play a musical instrument at an early age get better grades

in school. They perform better in subjects such as art, science, math, and languages.

Roger Branson is a doctor who deals with children's health. He says that learning a musical

instrument also helps reduce anxiety in children. It has a calming and soothing effect on their

minds. Another benefit from playing a musical instrument is that it helps children learn patience

and discipline. Children also learn to appreciate other cultures through music.

However, not everyone believes that music can help children do better at school. Researchers

at the Institute for Children state that there is no clear evidence to prove that music helps children

perform better at school. They believe that the connection between music and intelligence

depends on the personality and character of the child, and that music does not help promote a

child's intelligence.

In spite of these arguments, learning music is becoming popular all over the world. Children

benefit hugely from learning to play a musical instrument. Music promotes calmness, happiness,

and success. Both schools and parents must encourage children to learn to play musical

instruments.

1. What statement could the author add to strengthen his or her argument?

A. The violin and the guitar are known as string instruments and are the most widely played

instruments.

B. Jazz, blues, and rock are different styles of music popular in many parts of the world.

C. Schools in Japan require all elementary students to learn a musical instrument.

D. Studies show that drums, which are important in some cultures, are difficult for children

to learn how to play.

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Why does the ad include the doctor's opinion?

A. The audience trusts an expert's opinion.

B. The audience needs facts about the medicine.

C. The audience wants to see a photograph.

D. The audience is afraid of doctors.

Most teens that live at home still have to rely on their parents to support them. Whether it's

with money, food, a home, or even transportation, many teens find themselves having to be

supported by their parents. What's amusing is that most teens want to be treated as adults. They

want their independence. This is of course hard when they still live at home. What many don't

consider is finding a job. If more teens were to actively try to work, they would be able to take

those first steps to independence and adulthood.

Many teens who work at home already get allowances. Some receive allowances for chores

they complete. Some receive an allowance because their parents feel generous. Allowances give

teens the opportunity to buy things they may want or need. The problem with an allowance is

that it is usually a set dollar amount. Unless it is saved, the chances of getting more money is

hard. The allowance will probably stay the same. With a job, anyone who works gets paid by the

hour. This means that person can possibly get more money than a set allowance would provide

depending on how many hours he/she may work. Having money earned from a job, especially

one that pays more than an allowance, means you have more money to buy the things you want.

It also means you don't have to wait on your parents to buy things for you.

People will argue that teenagers should be more concerned with school than with making

money. School is very important, but having a job is more than just making money. Having a job

also shows that you can follow guidelines and take instructions. Nobody likes being told what to

do. But when the person telling you what to do tells you that you will be rewarded, it makes

things a lot easier to take. Most adults who work have had to deal with similar situations.

Teenagers who have to answer to a boss when they work will be more likely to listen to other

adults, not only just their parents. Adults who are treated with respect by teenagers are more

likely to treat teenagers like adults too.

3. What statement could the author add to strengthen his argument?

A. A job is more important than going to school because it gives you money in return for a

task.

B. School is more important than a job because school teaches you how to do a job as well as

what job you will be good at doing.

C. Teenagers should be worrying about school rather than trying to make money at a job

they will not keep that long anyway.

D. Why save up allowance money to buy a new pair of shoes, when you could just buy them

with your own money without having to save?

4. What is the author trying to persuade the audience?

A. Teenagers should act more mature.

B. Teenagers should have jobs.

C. Teenagers should dress like adults.

D. Teenagers should take school more seriously.

It is my opinion that women can be great presidents. The good qualities for being the

president of the United States can be found in both men and women. Just because there has never

been a woman president in the past doesn't mean there can't be a woman president.

A good president needs to be drug free. He or she needs to make good choices. He or she

needs to keep promises, follow the laws, and do other good things to help the world. Women,

just like men, have all these qualities. In the United States, many women are members of

Congress. Others are senators. There are women mayors, governors, and business people. There

is no reason a woman cannot be president of the United States.

In fact, some women might make a better president than some men. Women can work with

the government just like men. The Secretary of State is Condoleezza Rice. She works with many

different governments, just like the president of the United States.

Some people will say that women should be mothers and raise children. No one is arguing

that point. Raising children is important. Kids need guidance from parents. However, why can't

men raise children too? Many world leaders who are women are mothers as well as leaders of

government. It's just like with presidents who are men. Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, Bill

Clinton, and George Bush were all presidents of the United States. They were also fathers and

husbands. Women can also be parents as well as leaders.

When people vote, they should look at the qualities that make a great president. They should

look to see if the person will be a good leader. They should not look at history or gender.

5. The author shows the other side of the argument when he or she states, "Some people will say

that women should be mothers and raise children. No one is arguing that point. Raising children

is important. Kids need guidance from parents."

Why would the author include the other side of the argument in the persuasive essay?

A. The author wants to show why men make better government leaders.

B. It shows that the author has considered both sides of the argument.

C. It shows that the author believes women should only raise children.

D. The author wants to show that women would not make good government leaders.

Cycling

Pollution has majorly affected human lives. According to recent research, cities all over the

world have seen forty percent rise in health problems due to pollution. The best way to reduce

pollution is to replace motor vehicles with bicycles as the main mode of transport.

Cycling is the cheapest mode of transport. Unlike other vehicles, a bicycle does not run on

fuel. This helps to save the money spent on fuel. Unlike other vehicles, traveling by bicycle also

helps people save time. Cyclists do not have to wait in long lines or get stuck in traffic for hours.

According to a survey by City Travel, traveling by bike instead of motor vehicle in major cities

helps a person save around two hours a day. Bicycles are not so expensive and are also easy to

maintain. The biggest advantage of bicycles is that they do not pollute the environment. As

bicycles do not run on fuel, they do not release any harmful gases that pollute the air. An

additional advantage of riding a bicycle is that it is a good way to keep oneself fit and active.

Cycling regularly strengthens the muscles in the human body and keeps the heart healthy.

Cycling saves time, money, and is good for the environment and the body. Therefore, everyone

should switch to using bicycles instead of cars.

6. Which statement could the author add to strengthen his or her argument?

A. Many people have said that using a sunscreen is a must when cycling during the day.

B. Many cities in Europe have created clean-air zones where people can travel only by

bicycles.

C. Since cycling is a physical activity, it makes people tired and helps them sleep better.

D. People who travel by bicycle are more sensitive and concerned about their health.

7.

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How does the ad use emotion to get the reader to call the Caring Nanny service?

A. by showing one mother's success with a nanny

B. by giving facts about how children like their nannies

C. by sharing one child's story of a great nanny

D. by making people feel like good parents if they call

Make Them Read

A hobby or a favorite pastime is something that one is interested in and likes to engage in

during one's leisure. Children pursue different hobbies such as drawing, painting, reading,

gardening, stamp collecting, and so on.

Reading is a very fulfilling hobby. Not only does it help children spend their spare time

effectively, but it also increases their knowledge. While reading a book, a reader comes across

many new words and phrases. In this way, reading helps a child to improve his or her

vocabulary. Reading also helps children develop their imagination.

This hobby offers a wide variety of options to choose from. From newspapers and magazines

to stories and novels, children can choose to read based on their interest. Though many readers

now prefer reading e-books and other online resources, printed books and other printed materials

remain the best form of reading.

The traditional form of reading a printed book has its own charm and benefits. Studies

suggest that reading on paper is good for the memory because it helps the brain retain

information better. Reading printed books is also considered healthier because it does not cause

as much strain to the eyes as reading from a screen.

Children must try to read something each day. Parents must help their children develop this

habit from a young age. They must educate them about the benefits of reading and help them

appreciate the value of good books. It is important to learn to distinguish between helpful and

harmful content. All content available for reading is not suitable or beneficial. Parents and

teachers must advise children to choose wisely.

In the busy schedule of daily life, it is important to make time to read. Reading is not just a

pastime but a window to a world of knowledge, information, and imagination. What food is to

the body, books are to the mind! Therefore, every child must take up reading.

8. Which statement could the author add to strengthen the argument of the passage?

A. Parents must ask children to read newspapers only because they are the best source of

information.

B. Research shows that reading from a screen slows down a person's reading speed by 20 to

30 percent.

C. Children now have more options for reading because there are a lot of reading materials

available online.

D. Research shows that people who read have a positive attitude and deal with problems in

better and calmer ways.

Answers

1. C

2. A

3. D

4. B

5. B

6. B

7. D

8. D

MISCELLANEOUS REVIEW

Morning Song

by Tonya Becerra

Ring, ring, ring

works its way

into tired ears

clearly marking

a brand new day

From the corner of

sleepy eyes

wipe away love

of sleep and rise

From pillows soft

lift heavy head

to see birds aloft

nibbling daily bread

The sun's bright smile

warms your skin

with rays of light

singing while

the dark night

tucks itself in

and whispers,

"Goodbye."

Choose to grimace

or train your ear

to welcome and hear

the light's chorus

It's not long

before bone

turns to wing

and takes flight

with the light

learning to sing

the morning song

1. What does "The sun's bright smile" mean in this poem?

A. The sun is smart and happy.

B. The sun is warm and shining.

C. The sun is partly hidden away.

D. The sun has a face and a mouth.

2. Choose the correct verb form for the following sentence.

Tori __________ at ballet class tomorrow.

A. danced

B. has danced

C. was dancing

D. will dance

How the Dragon Was Tricked

Once upon a time, there lived a man who had two sons. The sons did not get along well together. The younger son was more handsome than his elder brother, who was very jealous of him. When they grew older, things became worse and worse. At last, one day as they were walking through the woods, the elder youth seized hold of the other, tied him to a tree, and went on his way hoping that the boy might starve to death. However, it happened that an old, humpbacked shepherd passed the tree with his flock. Seeing the prisoner, he stopped and said to him, "Tell me, my son, why are you tied to that tree?" "Because I was so crooked," answered the young man. "It has quite cured me, and now my back is as straight as can be." "I wish you would bind me to a tree," exclaimed the shepherd, "so that my back would get straight." "With all the pleasure in life," replied the youth. "If you will loosen these cords, I will tie you up with them as firmly as I can." This was soon done. Then the young man drove off the sheep, leaving their real shepherd to wish he had not been so foolish. Before he had gone very far, the young man met with a horse boy and a driver of oxen, and he persuaded them to turn with him and to seek adventures. By these tricks and many others, he soon became so celebrated that his fame reached the king's ears, and his majesty was filled with curiosity to see the man who had managed to outwit everybody. So he commanded his guards to capture the young man and bring him before him. When the young man stood before the king, the king spoke to him and said, "By your tricks and the pranks that you have played on other people, in the eye of the law, you

must repay with your life. On one condition I will spare you, and that is if you will bring me the flying horse that belongs to the great dragon. Fail in this, and you shall be doomed." "If that is all," said the youth, "you shall soon have it." adapted from "How the Dragon Was Tricked" by Griechtsche und Albanesische Marchen, von J. G. von Hahn

3. What happens to the shepherd in the woods?

A. He straightens his back with the tree.

B. He follows a path to the king's castle.

C. He is tricked by the younger son.

D. He tries to find the flying horse.

Passage 1

Solar Energy

Humans depend on energy for almost every activity. Energy runs computers, televisions, and

cell phones. It is used for heating and cooling.

Energy used by humans can be divided into two categories: non-renewable and renewable.

This includes energy produced by man-made methods such as electricity produced in power

stations using coal, oil, and gas. Coal, oil and gas are examples of non-renewable resources

because they will run out after a certain period of time. Renewable sources of energy, on the

other hand, refer to natural sources that will never run out, such as the Sun, wind, and water.

With the increase in population, the demand for energy has also increased. In this situation,

renewable sources of energy provide an efficient solution to the problem of ever-increasing

demand for energy. Though the use of these sources has increased in recent years, they are still

not widely used. This is because getting energy from these sources can be expensive and time

consuming.

One type of renewable energy is solar energy, which is energy derived from the Sun. Solar

energy is generated using solar panels. The photovoltaic cells in the solar panels convert light

into electricity. Solar panels can be attached to rooftops, space crafts, or even on smaller devices

such as calculators. When sunlight strikes the cells on these panels, electricity is generated.

Power plants use this solar energy to generate electricity for human use. The heat from the Sun is

used to boil water, and this in turn powers a steam turbine, which has blades that spin when

powered by water, steam, or air. The turbine generates electricity that is then carried to houses,

and is used to power electrical devices.

Passage 2

Using Energy from the Sun

The demand for energy will never stop increasing because humans depend on energy to

survive. Most of the energy we use today comes from non-renewable sources such as coal and

oil. With the increasing population, these sources of energy are under risk of running out in the

future. There is an urgent need to develop and use energy from renewable sources such as the

Sun, water, and air. These sources are produced naturally, and will not run out.

Solar energy is energy that is produced using sunlight. It is one of the most practical sources

of energy available because most people have access to sunlight. While solar energy is produced

in power plants on a large scale, it can also be produced easily at home. Solar panels can be

attached to rooftops. When sunlight strikes the panel, electrons in the cells are knocked free.

Other parts of the panel then convert these electrons into electricity. This electricity can then be

used to power devices in the house.

Many people are now making use of solar panels to produce electricity at home. However,

there is still a long way to go before this method is widely used. Solar energy, like other sources

of renewable energy, can be expensive to produce, and not everyone can afford it. However, the

long-term advantages of using solar energy outweigh the short-term disadvantages. Everyone

should switch to using solar energy at home.

4. In "Using Energy from the Sun," what reason does the author use to support the idea that solar

energy is the most practical to produce?

A. It is a cheap substitute for coal and oil.

B. It can be produced in big power plants on a large scale.

C. It uses solar panels, which convert electrons to electricity.

D. It uses sunlight, which is easily available.

Morning Song

by Tonya Becerra

Ring, ring, ring

works its way

into tired ears

clearly marking

a brand new day

From the corner of

sleepy eyes

wipe away love

of sleep and rise

From pillows soft

lift heavy head

to see birds aloft

nibbling daily bread

The sun's bright smile

warms your skin

with rays of light

singing while

the dark night

tucks itself in

and whispers,

"Goodbye."

Choose to grimace

or train your ear

to welcome and hear

the light's chorus

It's not long

before bone

turns to wing

and takes flight

with the light

learning to sing

the morning song

5. Read the following lines from the passage.

the dark night

tucks itself in

and whispers,

"Goodbye."

What is the author describing in these lines?

A. The darkness of night remains in a particular spot.

B. The darkness of night disappears as the Sun rises.

C. The darkness of night makes the Sun shine brightly.

D. The darkness of night slowly spreads across the sky.

(1) I love the park for its special hot water springs. (2) The Old Faithful Geyser is one of my

most favorite places to visit in the park.(3) The park has many lakes, canyons, rivers, and

mountain ranges. (4) Many different species of mammals, birds, reptiles, and fishes can also be

found within the boundaries of this park, which is why it is my favorite national park. (5) Dude!

It is best to visit national parks during summers. (6) No wonder Yellowstone National Park

attracts millions of visitors from around the world.

6. This is an article about why the author likes visiting Yellowstone National Park. Which

sentence is inappropriate for this report?

A. sentence 2

B. sentence 6

C. sentence 1

D. sentence 5

7. For a school report, Sarah needs to learn how airplanes are fixed. What is the best way for

Sarah to get information for her report?

A. Interview a flight attendant.

B. Interview an airplane pilot.

C. Fly in a very large airplane.

D. Interview an airplane mechanic.

Cotton Candy!

(1) At Sea World, Anna was sitting with her family in the stands waiting for Shamu. (2) "Cotton candy!" little Anna screamed. (3) The salesperson was _______ far away, so Anna screamed, "Cotton candy!" even louder, which bothered everyone in the stands. (4) Determined, she continued to scream. (5) Finally, the salesperson came around. (6) Anna's dad bought her a bag of cotton candy. (7) As she sat down to enjoy her fluffy pink cloud of sweetness, Shamu splashed Anna and ruined her tasty treat. (8) The pink sticky mess lay flat and wet on Anna's face and lap. (9) The crowd truly enjoyed Shamu's trick on Anna.

8. Which word would correctly fill the blank in sentence 3?

A. quite

B. quiet

C. qwite

D. quit

Answers

1. B

2. D

3. C

4. D

5. B

6. D

7. D

8. A

Read the following story and correct any mistakes that you find.

My First Day of School

on my first day of school, I accidentally called the teacher the rong

name. She got mad at me, she made me sit out of recess. During lunch, I

spilled chokkolit milk on my new air jordans, and my sand-witch had a

hare in it. Gross? At recess, i had to rite the teachers name one hundrit

times on a peace of paper so I wouldn’t not forget it. I fall asleep on the

bus, and I ended up in the wrong nayburhood. I had to walk almost tin

miles home! By the time, I got home it was dark and everyone, had

already eaten dinner.

“Where have you been.” my mom asked

“I got off the bus in the wrong place.” I said.

“Well son have some dinner.” said my dad.

I ate my dinner. That night before I went to bed, I prayed that I

would have a better day at school the next day.

My First Day of School (corrections bolded)

On my first day of school, I accidentally called the teacher the

wrong name. She got mad at me, and she made me sit out of recess.

During lunch, I spilled chocolate milk on my new Air Jordans, and my

sandwich had a hair in it. Gross! At recess, I had to write the teacher’s

name one hundred times on a piece of paper so I would not forget it. I

fell asleep on the bus, and I ended up in the wrong neighborhood. I had

to walk almost ten miles home! By the time I got home, it was dark, and

everyone had already eaten dinner.

“Where have you been?” my mom asked.

“I got off the bus in the wrong place,” I said.

“Well, son, have some dinner,” said my dad.

I ate my dinner. That night before I went to bed, I prayed that I

would have a better day at school the next day.