GUM QUIZ 1

Which word is the best synonym for immense?

• tiny

• huge

• short

• narrow

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1F

CCSS.L.2.1E

Which of the following is an example of a coordinating conjunction?

• because

• and

• although

• since

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

What is the purpose of using semicolons in writing?

• To end a sentence

• To connect ideas or separate items in a list

• To show possession

• To indicate a question

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which sentence uses correct capitalization for a title?

• the great gatsby

• The Great Gatsby

• the Great gatsby

• The great Gatsby

Tags

CCSS.L.1.2A

CCSS.L.2.2A

CCSS.L.3.2A

CCSS.L.4.2A

CCSS.L.K.2A

Which of the following sentences uses active voice?

• The ball was thrown by Sam.

• The homework was completed by the students.

• Sam threw the ball.

• The cake was eaten by the children.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.8.1B

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

Which set of words are commonly confused and should be used carefully?

• their/there/they’re

• cat/dog/mouse

• run/jump/play

• apple/orange/banana

Why is it important to keep verb tenses consistent in writing?

• To make the writing more colorful

• To avoid confusing the reader

• To use more words

• To make sentences longer

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1D

CCSS.L.3.1E

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

What is one way you can figure out the meaning of a word you don’t know?

• Guess randomly

• Use context clues or synonyms

• Ignore the word

• Change the word

Which is the best antonym for courageous?

• brave

• bold

• fearful

• strong

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1F

CCSS.L.2.1E

Read the sentence: The dense fog made it hard to see the houses on the street. What does dense most likely mean?

• easy to see through

• closely packed together

• light and thin

• empty

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1F

CCSS.L.2.1E