The group played music for the team and A. I B. me C. she D. they

1. The group played music for the team and A. I B. me C. she D. they

2. Running for class president requires a lot of work. A. participial phrase B. gerund phrase C. infinitive phrase D. prepositional phrase

3. On the second page of Chuck Roast’s research paper, which pagination follows the MLA standards? A. Roast, 2 B. Roast p. 2 C. Roast 2 D. Roast #2

4. Akia told us about her safari across the plains of East Africa in our geography. A. Akia told us about her safari in our geography class across the plains of East Africa. • In our geography class, Akia told us about her safari across the plains of East Africa. C. In our geography class Akia told about her safari across the plains of East Africa to us. D. Leave as is.

5. “Why should I wear a sweater?” grumbled the boy as his mother reminded him again of the cold weather. A. ‘Why should I wear a sweater’? B. Why should I wear a sweater” C. “Why should I wear a sweater”? D. Leave as is.

6. When Tom arrived at school he was • carrying all his books with him. • A. arrived at school, he • B. arrived, at school he • arrived at school he, • Leave as is.

7. After the volcano erupted: the tiny tropical island was quiet and devastated. • After the volcano erupted, the • After the volcano erupted the • After the volcano erupts, the • Leave as is.

8. Which paper title follows the MLA standards? • A. Mara’s New Guitar • B. Mara’s New Guitar • C. Mara’s new Guitar • Mara’s New Guitar • E.MARA’S NEW GUITAR

9. All of the following meet MLA standards EXCEPT: A. one inch margins all around B. single spacing throughout the entire paper C. size 10-12 font D. title is centered

10. When she__________the award, she blushed and quickly returned to her seat. A. excepted B. accepts C. accepted D. excepts

11. A dog bit Tom’s ankle while riding a bicycle. A. Riding a bicycle, a dog bit Tom’s ankle. B. While riding a bicycle, a dog bit Tom’s ankle. C. While Tom was riding a bicycle, a dog bit his ankle. D. Leave as is.

12. _________going to be late if they don’t hurry. A. They’re B. Their C. There D. They’ll

13. For technical reasons the ground crew needed to delay the flight. A. participial phrase B. gerund phrase C. infinitive phrase D. prepositional phrase

14. The Alaskan rivers are clear and sparkling in summer however; they are frozen in winter. A. in summer, however they are frozen in winter. B. i n summer; however, they are frozen in winter. C. In summer: however they are frozen in winter. D. Leave as is.

15. The ancient Greeks did not believe in monotheism; instead, they worshipped various gods and goddesses. The word monotheism means: A a belief in many gods B. a belief in no gods C. a belief in one god D. a belief in the dual nature of gods

16. We decided to start at the beginning and explain the events in chronological order. The word chronological means: A. arranged according to importance B. arranged according to time C. arranged according to color D. arranged alphabetically

17. When our parents celebrate their silver wedding anniversary later this year, they were married for twenty-five years A. they will have been married for twenty-five years. B. they have been married for twenty-five years. C. they would have been married for twenty-five years. D. Leave as is.

18. Back at the lab, we will study some of the microscopic animal life in the pond water. The word microscopic means: A. too small to be seen B. too far away to be seen C. seen living in water D. seen living in laboratory experiments

19. Lee Ann marveled at the work involved in creating the ancient manuscript. The word manuscript means: A. archaeological artifact shaped by hand B. sculpture carved by hand C. composition or document written by hand D. monument built by hand

20. The corpulent employee decided to take advantage of the company’s free exercise program in order to get into shape for the marathon. The word corpulent means: A. characterized by ill health B. characterized by laziness C. characterized by a large body D. characterized by a lack of money

21. Use your knowledge of Greek and Roman mythology to identify the correct meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below. The famous lyricist claimed that his wife was his muse for each one of his awarding winning songs. A. she was his inspiration B. she was his helper C. she was his mentor D. she was his typist

22. Use your knowledge of Greek and Roman mythology to identify the correct meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below. The battle weary soldiers were amazed to note their own Prince Henry’s mercurial movements on the field. A. slow and lethargic B. cowardly and ineffective C. swift and energetic D. egotistical and overbearing

23. Use your knowledge of Norse mythology to identify the origin of the word that honors the terrifyingly powerful Norse god of thunder: A. Thursday B. March C. Sunday D. August

24. Knowing the meaning of the prefix “in-“ and the suffix “-able,” the best definition for the word “incurable” would be: A. not pertaining to a cure B. not able to cure C. state of being cured D. related to a cure

25. Knowing the meaning of the prefix “in-“ and the suffix “-able,” the best definition for the word “incurable” would be: A. not pertaining to a cure B. not able to cure C. state of being cured D. related to a cure

26. Knowing the meaning of the root “scribe,” the best definition for the word “transcribe” would be: • to rewrite a document into a different • language • B. to carry an item across the continent • C. to change medication • D. to speak a foreign language

27. Knowing the meaning of the root “derm,” the best definition for the word “dermatitis” would be: A. a prescription medication B. an illness of the eye C. a medication procedure D. a skin disease

28. Which of the following thesis statements is the most clearly and effectively stated? • The terrorist attack is an event Americans • will never forget because it was devastating. • The horrific events of September, 11th 2001, • changed our society’s views. • The terrorist attack on the “Twin Towers” • sparked a renewed sense of patriotism and • forced America to make changes in national • security. • The terrorist attack on the “Twin Towers” • was frightening.

29. All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players; They have their exits and entrances; And one man in his time plays many parts. The speaker is comparing the life of people to A. a stage B. areas on a stage C. a theatrical play D. the world’s changing stages

30. All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players; They have their exits and entrances; And one man in his time plays many parts. The speaker is primarily suggesting that A. people are fake. B. people have many roles in life. C. people are born and then they die. D. people can have fun throughout life.

31. In which of the following sentences does the bold-faced word have a negative connotation? • Mary had such an effervescent • personality that everyone wanted to spend • time with her. • Lynn would not make a good school • representative because she always looks • so unkempt.

32. Which of the following elements would be included in a biographical or autobiographical narrative or short story? • Specific information about the setting of • the incident or scene • A sequence of events • Concrete details concerning the sights, • sounds and smells of a scene • D. All of the above

33. Which is the correct MLA for the following parenthetical documentation? • Every person needs to take one day • away. (Angelou 1). • B. Every person needs to take one day • away (Angelou 1). • C. Every person needs to take one day • away (Angelou pg. 1). • D. Every person needs to take one day • away (Angelou, 1).

34. Which of the following is an example of the correct format for author and title of a works cited entry? • Lee, Harper. To Kill a Mockingbird. • Harper Lee. To Kill a Mockingbird. • Lee, Harper, To Kill a Mockingbird. • D. To Kill a Mockingbird. Lee, Harper. • E. Lee, Harprer. “To Kill a Mockingbird.” • F. “To Kill a Mockingbird,” Harper Lee.

35. The purpose of an expository composition is: • To persuade • To tell a story • To describe • D. To inform

36. Choose the correct definition for each underlined word as it is used in the sentence using your knowledge of roots or context clues: • A cyclist coming along the road had to run into the hedge to avoid imminent danger.. • result from carelessness • B. intended • likely to happen soon • purposeful attempt

37. Choose the correct definition for each underlined word as it is used in the sentence using your knowledge of roots or context clues: • In the town square a replica tent pole now stands cast in concrete. It commemorates the disaster that put our town on the front page of the tabloids. • to contradict beliefs • to preserve the memory • to protect • to enforce

38. Choose the correct definition for each underlined word as it is used in the sentence using your knowledge of roots or context clues: The attendant carelessly vaulted into the car, backed it up with insolent skill, and put it where it belonged without saying a word to the owner. A. with great patience B. so rude or proud as to be offensive C. undeniable confidence D. unthoughtful yet admired

39. Choose the correct definition for each underlined word as it is used in the sentence using your knowledge of roots or context clues: In the next minutes there was the strident, off-key blare as every single one of Arcadia’s volunteer firemen drove hellbent for the firehouse in an ecstasy of bell and siren. A. Loud, harsh, shrill B. forceful C. entertaining and exciting D. scary and intimidating

40. Choose the correct definition for each underlined word as it is used in the sentence using your knowledge of roots or context clues: It isn’t at all easy, when you have lived for sixty-five years in complete obscurity, to adjust yourself in a matter of hours to the role of a celebrity. A. hiding B. not well known C. against the media D. happiness

41. Choose the correct definition for each underlined word as it is used in the sentence using your knowledge of roots or context clues: The telegram was passed from hand to hand until it was reduced to a limp fragment of paper with the lettering partly obliterated: not that I mattered very much, for only a few could read English. A. blotted or rubbed out B. highlighted C. distinguished D. hidden

42. Choose the correct definition for each underlined word as it is used in the sentence using your knowledge of roots or context clues: The pain had been excruciating at first but was easing now; wan’t modern medicine incredible? A. scary and startling B. appearing to be tragic C. agonizing; intensely painful D. unexpected

43. Choose the correct definition for each underlined word as it is used in the sentence using your knowledge of roots or context clues: Silently, wallowing in the pleasures of conspiracy, we took the beaded purse from its secret place and spilled its content on the bed. A. stealing B. secretly planning together C. conniving and hurtful D. intending to surprise

45. Reading 3B • According to the selection on Tips for Using the Watering Guide, a plant placed next to a radiator may: • A. need a smaller pot. • B. contract root rot • C. need frequent watering • D. require partial sunlight.

46. Reading 3B • According to the selection on Tips for Using the Watering Guide, what will MOST likely happen if a plant is transferred from a clay pot to a plastic pot? • A. It will be watered more often • B. It will be watered less often • It will require a greater amount of water at a • given time. • D. No change will occur in the plant’s watering • needs.

47. Reading 1 • Which statement BEST describes the sequence of time in the selection? • It begins in the present and then goes • back into the past. • It begins in the past and moves into the • present. • C. The entire selection is in the past. • D. The entire selection is in the present.

48. Reading 1 • Why does the author begin the article by saying “Some people think that living in the country is boring? • The theme is that the country was a dull • place to grow up. • The theme is that the author enjoys the • woods a great deal. • The theme is that the author did not have • enough friends as a child. • D. The theme is to disagree with this idea.

49. Reading 1 Read the following sentence from the story and answer the question. We could hear a tiny roar off in the distance getting louder and louder. In the above sentence, to what sound is the author referring? A. trucks on the highway B. the great river C. bullfrogs D. people on the baseball field

50. Reading 1 Read the following sentences from the story and answer the question We’d follow the trail along to the farthest edge of the woods, where a change took place that never failed to work some magic on us. A. eerie and mysterious B. playful and noisy C. bland and austere D. wild and dangerous