English Language Quiz
Authored by Theresa Bogema
English
6th - 8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Think about the claim in the first sentence of this passage. How does the author try to persuade readers that the claim is true?
The author appeals to readers’ emotions.
The author quotes experts on the topic.
The author presents statistics.
The author uses repetition.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence uses correct pronoun-antecedent agreement?
Each lawyer conferred with their clients before appearing in court.
Two witnesses in the case will give their testimony tomorrow.
Every lawyer brought the documents they needed to argue the case.
Both of the lawyers had her opening statement prepared.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the mood of the verb in this sentence? I will leave for Nebraska on Tuesday.
Indicative
Imperative
Subjunctive
Interrogative
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence using an adverb clause is correctly punctuated?
Because many people do not floss their teeth at bedtime, dentists find more cavities.
Because many people do not floss their teeth at bedtime dentists find more cavities.
Because many people do not floss their teeth at bedtime; dentists find more cavities.
Because many people do not floss their teeth at bedtime: dentists find more cavities.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of these sentences uses a verb in the passive voice?
When the quarterback threw the ball, it went forty yards.
The quarterback threw the ball forty yards.
The football was thrown forty yards by the quarterback.
The quarterback, who threw the ball forty yards, is my brother.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Using context clues, choose the meaning of irascible that best fits the sentence. I’ve always found Mr. Peters to be irascible. Whenever I pass him in the street, he just frowns, shakes his head, and keeps moving.
Serious
Grouchy
Concerned
Determined
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The word tremulous uses the Latin suffix -ous. Using your knowledge of this suffix, choose the most likely definition of tremulous.
Trembling or shaking slightly
A trembling or shaking movement
To tremble or to shake slightly
In a trembling or shaking manner
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