7th Grade GMAS Trivia Questions

Which sentence is written correctly?

• Me and Sarah went to the library.

• Sarah and me was going to the store.

• Sarah and I are going to the store.

• I and Sarah is going to the library.

Read the sentence: “He was known for his generosity.” What is the best synonym for generosity?

• Strength

• Kindness

• Intelligence

• Bravery

In a story, what is a conflict?

• A struggle between opposing forces

• The solution to a problem

• A character’s best friend

• The background information

From “The Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Mary Lennox was a sour, spoiled child who had been raised in India. After her parents died of cholera, she was sent to live with her reclusive uncle in England at Misselthwaite Manor. Mary finds herself alone and bored, exploring the enormous estate.

One day, while wandering the grounds, Mary noticed a robin fluttering near a wall overgrown with ivy. The robin chirped loudly and hopped around a small mound of earth, as if trying to draw attention. Curious, Mary approached and noticed a bit of rusty metal buried in the soil.

Her heart quickened as she scraped the dirt away. It was an old key.

What can you infer about Mary’s personality at the beginning of the story?

• She is adventurous and outgoing.

• She is generous and kind.

• She is brave and confident.

• She is lonely and spoiled.

From “The Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Mary Lennox was a sour, spoiled child who had been raised in India. After her parents died of cholera, she was sent to live with her reclusive uncle in England at Misselthwaite Manor. Mary finds herself alone and bored, exploring the enormous estate.

One day, while wandering the grounds, Mary noticed a robin fluttering near a wall overgrown with ivy. The robin chirped loudly and hopped around a small mound of earth, as if trying to draw attention. Curious, Mary approached and noticed a bit of rusty metal buried in the soil.

Her heart quickened as she scraped the dirt away. It was an old key.

Which word best describes the mood of the passage when Mary finds the key?

• Boring

• Mysterious

• Joyful

• Gloomy

What is the theme of a story?

• The central message or lesson

• The order of events in the plot

• The main character’s name

• The setting and background

Which of the following is an example of a simile?

• The wind whispered through the trees.

• Her smile was sunshine on a rainy day.

• He ran like a cheetah during the race.

• Time stood still.

The Benefits of Reading Every Day
Studies show that reading just 20 minutes a day can significantly improve vocabulary, comprehension, and academic performance. Students who read regularly are also more likely to develop empathy and better focus. Whether it’s a novel, a magazine article, or an online blog, reading opens the mind to new perspectives.

What evidence does the author give to support the benefits of reading?

• It makes people rich

• It increases test scores and empathy

• It helps with driving

• It prevents boredom

The Benefits of Reading Every Day
Studies show that reading just 20 minutes a day can significantly improve vocabulary, comprehension, and academic performance. Students who read regularly are also more likely to develop empathy and better focus. Whether it’s a novel, a magazine article, or an online blog, reading opens the mind to new perspectives.

What is the main idea of the passage?

• Reading is more important than writing

• Reading helps students improve their drawing skills

• Students should avoid online reading

• Reading daily improves many areas of life

Choose the sentence with correct subject-verb agreement:

• The bouquet of flowers smells wonderful.

• The girl with the blue ribbons dance gracefully.

• My brother and sister plays soccer.

• The dogs barks loudly at night.