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8th Grade ELA Milestones Review

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  • "To finish the project on time, Jenna worked through the weekend." How does the infinitive phrase "To finish the project on time" function in this sentence?
    As the main verb of the sentence
    As an adverb explaining Jenna’s reason for working
    As a noun acting as the direct object
    As an adjective modifying Jenna
  • Identify what is wrong with the following sentence: We swam in the ocean, then our wet clothes dried out by the hot sun.
    The sentence starts out in active voice but shifts to passive voice.
  • Which of these is the BEST way to revise the underlined sentence so that the paragraph is consistently written in the active voice?
    Music was played that was inspired by the residents.
    The music was played by residents, and it was inspiring.
    Inspiring music was played by the residents.
    The residents played inspiring music.
  • How does the ellipsis in the following sentence affect its tone or meaning?"I thought I understood... but now I’m not so sure."
    It suggests a thoughtful pause or uncertainty.
    It shortens the sentence for clarity.
    It makes the sentence grammatically incorrect.
    It shows that the speaker changed topics abruptly.
  • Identify the correct verb mood: I wish “Dexter’s Laboratory” was still on the Cartoon Channel.
    Subjunctive
  • A student writes: "The final goal was scored by Jamie in the last minute." What revision best changes the sentence to active voice while keeping its original meaning?
    The final goal scored Jamie in the last minute.
    Jamie was scoring the final goal in the last minute.
    Jamie scored the final goal in the last minute.
    In the last minute, the final goal scored Jamie.
  • In which sentence does the speaker use verbal irony?
    Only the audience knows the killer is in the closet,
    The sun was shining, and everyone was smiling.
    He didn't see the banana peel and slipped on it.
    “Oh great, a pop quiz,” she muttered and rolled her eyes"
  • Which revision changes the sentence from the indicative mood to the imperative mood?You should turn off the lights when you leave the room.
    Did you turn off the lights when you left the room?
    Turn off the lights when you leave the room.
    You turned off the lights when you left the room.
    If you turn off the lights, the room will stay cool.
  • Read the sentence: “After hours of negotiations, the diplomat finally acquiesced to the terms.” Which strategy provides the strongest evidence to support your inferred meaning of “acquiesced”?
    Ignore the word and focusing on the sentence overall.
    Look up “acquiesced” in the dictionary
    Comparing it to the word “questioned”
    Checking a thesaurus for antonyms
  • Identify the figurative language: The tree's limb cracked and groaned when lightning hit it.
    Metaphor
    Personification
    Simile
    Onomatopoeia
  • What is the function of the underlined word in the sentence?
    verb
    adjective
    noun
    preposition
  • Change from Passive to Active: Chelsea, a mean and angry girl, is hated by everyone.
    Everyone hates Chelsea, a mean and angry girl.
  • Identify the figurative language: You stole the forbidden fruit when you took his candy.
    Metaphor
    Onomatopoeia
    Allusion
    Hyperbole
  • Which sentence contains an infinitive, and what is its function?
    Her dream is dancing at the Olympics. Adverb
    She danced all night long. Direct Object
    Dancing is her dream. Noun
    To dance is her dream. Subject
  • Which sentence contains a participle that modifies a noun?
    I love running through the woods.
    The running water kept me awake all night.
    He is running to school.
    Running is great exercise.
  • Question on Image
    photograph of an astronaut’s living quarters on the ISS
    list of reach examples of how the ISS has improved Earth
    map of different countries involved in building the ISS
    diagram of the distance between the ISS and Earth
  • Which sentence best illustrates the use of the conditional mood?
    She runs every morning before school.
    Do you want to go to the store later?
    Wash your hands before dinner.
    He would travel more if he had the money.
  • Which sentence contains an inappropriate shift in verb mood, and how should it be corrected?
    You should clean, and then can you help me with dinner?
    Please take out the trash and lock the door before you go.
    He would go to the park and ride if it didn’t rain.
    If I study hard, I will pass the test.
  • Identify the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
    The finalists, Jane—Michael, and Steve—were announced.
    The finalists, Jane, Michael, and Steve, were announced.
    The finalists—Jane, Michael—and Steve were announced.
    The finalists—Jane, Michael, and Steve—were announced.
  • How does the underlined phrase function in the sentence?
    adjective
    subject
    verb
    direct object
  • Which word has the most positive connotation, even though its denotation is similar to the others?
    Childish
    Immature
    Youthful
    Naïve
  • Why is this sentence an example of a pun? "I used to be a baker, but I couldn’t make enough dough."
    It uses exaggeration for humor.
    It rhymes for poetic effect.
    It uses a word with two meanings to create humor.
    It tells a story with a twist ending.
  • In the sentence, "Swimming across the lake exhausted Maria," what is the function of the word "Swimming"?
    It acts as the subject of the sentence.
    It introduces a prepositional phrase.
    It describes Maria’s feelings.
    It modifies the noun lake.
  • Which sentence most effectively uses a dash to indicate an abrupt pause in thought?
    I can’t believe it—you actually did it!
    I was—thinking we could meet for lunch, or maybe dinner.
    She said she would come, she never—arrived.
    I enjoy painting, reading and hiking in my free time.
  • Which sentence contains a gerund?
    Reading is my favorite weekend activity.
    The swimming pool is crowded today.
    He is yelling across the room.
    We will go hiking later.
  • Identify the figurative language: Her love for her dog is as constant as the passing of time.
    Simile
    Oxymoron
    Personification
    Metaphor
  • Which example shows dramatic irony?
    A student forgets their homework and gets a zero.
    Reader knows what the villain did but the detective doesn't.
    Two friends laugh at a joke together.
    A character wins the lottery after saying “I never win!"
  • Read the sentence: “The lawyer’s argument was cogent enough to sway the jury’s opinion.” Based on the sentence, what is the most likely meaning of “cogent”?
    Clear and convincing
    Brief and informal
    Long and complicated
    Confusing and misleading
  • Which sentence uses the correct punctuation between clauses?
    I went to the store—and I bought paper.
    I went to the store . . . and I bought paper.
    I went to the store, and I bought paper.
    I went to the store; and I bought paper.
  • Which sentence contains a word with a negative connotation?
    He described his coworker as skinny.
    Sue wrote a flowery letter to her friend.
    She wore a vintage dress to the party.
    John is very frugal with his money.
  • Identify the verb mood in this sentence: "Had I known about the meeting, I would have attended."
    Indicative
    Conditional
    Subjunctive
    Interrogative
  • Identify the figurative language: I am so hungry I would eat dirt right now.
    Metaphor
    Simile
    Hyperbole
    Onomatopoeia
  • A student claims that in the sentence, "The broken window needed repair," the word "broken" is a gerund. Which explanation best corrects the misunderstanding?
    Incorrect "Broken" is a participle describing the window
    Correct "Broken" is the subject of the sentence
    Incorrect "Broken" is a verb that expresses the main action
    Incorrect ) "Broken" is an infinitive modifying window
  • Which sentence correctly uses an ellipsis to show an omission of words from a longer quotation?
    MLK said... "I have a dream that all men are created equal"
    MLK said,"I have...a dream...that all men are created equal
    MLK said, "I have a dream...that all men are created equal"
    MLK said,"I have a dream... created equal.”
  • What should the student do to make the paragraph clearer for the audience while still maintaining the purpose of the report?
    Include a recipe for the cookies described in sentence 1
    Define and explain the unfamiliar terms in sentence 4
    List other reason a student may take chemistry in sentence 2
    Describe where chefs can purchase ingredients in sentence 5
  • Which sentence contains a pun?
    She looked out the window and sighed deeply.
    He ran faster than anyone else in the race.
    Time flies like an arrow; fruit flies like a banana.
    The sun set slowly over the hills.
  • Which underlined word contains a spelling error?
    quizical
    reaction
    facial
    nature
  • Which of the following sentences is written in the passive voice?
    The assignment was explained clearly by the teacher.
    The class discussed the assignment with interest.
    The students listened to the explanation.
    The teacher explained the assignment clearly.
  • In which of the following sentences is the dash misused?
    Everything she said—every single word—was a lie.
    I need to finish my homework—but I’m just too tired.
    He gave me one reason—he was afraid.
    I love books—reading them.
  • Identify the correct verb mood: Garfield will happily perform any task if he is rewarded with lasagna.
    Conditional
  • Which scenario best represents situational irony?
    Teacher gives a lesson on honesty and then lies.
    A villain reveals his plan to the audience.
    Fire station burns down when firefighters are out on a call.
    You say, “Nice job!” to a friend who tripped.
  • Identify the figurative language: The jumbo shrimp is a favorite of customers.
    Personification
    Oxymoron
    Metaphor
    Simile
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