nglish Department

Second Semester
Grade ( 10 )
Final Revision
Name:…………………….. Class: …………….
Literature:
A) Choose the correct answer:
1. What is “Caged Bird” mainly about?
a. love b. flying c. singing d. freedom

2. What is the speaker advising readers about in “Some Advice to Those Who Will Serve Time in
Prison”?
a. how to avoid returning to prison
b. how to survive a prison sentence
c. how to live when they become free
d. how to benefit from the time spent in prison
3. What is the speaker’s main message to prisoners in “Some Advice to Those Who Will Serve
Time in Prison”?
a. Do not give up hope.
b. Do not try to escape.
c. Do not expect to be freed.
d. Do not ask for forgiveness.

4. If a bird suddenly begins to trill, which of the following is the bird most likely doing?
a. flying b. eating c. singing d. pecking

5. What is the meaning of the word flurry?

a. practicality or usefulness b. harshness or glaring quality
c. indifference or lack of caring d. commotion or excitement of activity

6.The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B.
Part A According to the speaker in “Caged Bird,” what does the caged bird do because it cannot fly?
a. It sings.
b. It sits quietly.
c. It remains happy.
d. It flits about its cage.

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Part B Which excerpt from “Caged Bird” supports the answer to Part A?
a. … leaps / on the back of the wind / and floats downstream / till the current ends …
b. … and dips his wing / in the orange sun rays / and dares to claim the sky.
c. … His tune is heard / on the distant hill / for the caged bird / sings of freedom.
d. … the trade winds soft through the sighing trees / and the fat worms waiting on a dawn bright
lawn / and he names the sky his own …

7. Read these lines from “Some Advice to Those Who Will Serve Time in Prison,” and think about
the meaning of the underlined words.
Part of you may live alone inside,
like a stone at the bottom of a well.
But the other part
must be so caught up
in the flurry of the world
that you shiver there inside
when outside, at forty days’ distance, a leaf moves.

What do the underlined words mean?

a. A prisoner who lives alone in a small prison cell knows that sooner or later someone will come to
get water and save him or her.
b. A prisoner who lives alone in a small prison cell should see himself or herself as living at the
center of the world, surrounded by life and all things natural.
c. A prisoner who lives alone in a small prison cell may as well be at the bottom of a well because
both places are damp, wet, and dark holes.
d. A prisoner who lives alone in a small prison cell may feel cut off or disconnected from life outside,
completely enclosed within his or her isolation.

8. “Caged Bird” is an extended metaphor comparing the caged bird to African Americans
experiencing segregation and racial discrimination. Which statements give the best explanation of
the metaphor’s meaning? Choose three options.
a. Like the caged bird, African Americans cannot live free and natural lives.
b. Like the caged bird, African Americans are confined by forces outside their control.
c. Like the caged bird, African Americans can do whatever they please with their lives.
d. Like the caged bird, African Americans have the choice to be free or to live sheltered lives.
e. Like the caged bird, African Americans can only long for freedoms they have never experienced.
f. Like the caged bird, African Americans celebrate their safe, secure lives in a protected
environment.

9. Which of the following sentences contains the best example of imagery?

a. The icy streets glittered in the car’s headlights.
b. The weather bureau advises staying home if possible.
c. The storm is expected to bring snow and cold temperatures.
d. The freezing temperatures mean the ice will not melt for days.

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10.Which of the reader’s senses does the following sentence appeal to?
Bianca avoided the sharp leaves of the artichoke plant.
a. sight b. taste c. smell d. touch e. hearing

11. Which of the following sentences contains images that appeal to both taste and sound?
a. An explosion of fireworks accompanied the start of the holiday festivities.
b. The storyteller’s slow unraveling of the tale made me long to return home.
c. After I waited for the bus for more than an hour, my legs had become stiff and sore.
d. The crunch of the tart apple reminded me of how long it had been since I had eaten.

12. At the beginning of “The Necklace,” what is the most likely conclusion that readers can draw
about Madame Loisel’s character, based on the life she desires?
a. She enjoys working.
b. She has simple needs.
c. She cares primarily about her husband.
d. She cares primarily about material things.

13. In “The Necklace,” what does Monsieur Loisel’s treatment of his wife most clearly reveal about
his character?
a. He cares deeply about his wife’s happiness.
b. He has grown tired of his wife’s complaints.
c. He cares far too much about material things.
d. He enjoys accompanying his wife to fancy receptions.

14. In “The Necklace,” what decision do the Loisels make after they fail to find the lost necklace?
a. They decide to replace it.
b. They decide to flee the country.
c. They decide to buy a cheap imitation.
d. They decide to admit they lost the necklace.

15. In “The Necklace,” what long-term effects does the loss of the necklace have on the Loisels’
lives?
a. The loss of the necklace causes the Loisels to fight, separate, and seek a divorce.
b. The loss of the necklace brings the Loisels closer together and makes their marriage stronger.
c. The loss of the necklace causes the Loisels to adopt a life of crime in order to repay their debts.
d. The loss of the necklace causes the Loisels to go into debt, live in poverty, and work at multiple
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16. What is the most likely meaning of refinement as it is used in this sentence?
Use context clues to help you.
His refinement was obvious when he stood to open the door and help the elderly woman find her
seat in the dining room.
a. wisdom and judgment b. education and knowledge
c. agility and physical strength d. politeness and good manners

17. If a song can correctly be described as exquisite, then which of the following must be true?
Base your answer on the meaning of exquisite.
a. The singing was quite nice. b. The band played skillfully.
c. The music was strikingly beautiful. d. The lyrics recounted a fascinating story.

18. Read this excerpt from “The Necklace.” This episode occurs as the Loisels get ready to leave
the party.
He brought her wraps so that they could leave and put them around her shoulders—the plain wraps
from her everyday life whose shabbiness jarred with the elegance of her evening dress. She felt this
and wanted to escape quickly so that the other women, who were enveloping themselves in their rich
furs, wouldn’t see her. Loisel held her back. “Wait a minute. You’ll catch cold out there. I’m going to
call a cab.” But she wouldn’t listen to him and went hastily downstairs.

What underlying meaning does the coat most likely represent in this story?
a. Madame Loisel’s embarrassment over her situation in life
b. Madame Loisel’s failure to appreciate the good things in life.
c. Madame Loisel’s ecstatic enjoyment of the good things in life.
d. Madame Loisel’s indfference to her own health and well-being.

19. Which statement best summarizes one of the main messages of “The Necklace”?
a. People should beware of friends who are not honest and try to take advantage of them.
b. People should never lend anything to friends who cannot be counted on to return them.
c. People should learn to be happy with what they have rather than longing for things beyond their
reach.
d. People should always strive to build better lives for themselves, regardless of the sacrifices they
must make.

20. What is the meaning of the Latin root -splend-?

a. behind or after b. brilliant or radiant
c. practical or useful d. secondary or inferior

21. Which statement best explains the meaning of the expression “Nothing puzzles God” in “Civil
Peace”?
a. People should have faith in God’s plan.
b. People should have faith in themselves.
c. God will punish those who fought in the war.
d. God does not like things that do not make sense.

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22. How does the difference between the thieves’ method of survival and Jonathan’s method of
survival illustrate a major theme of “Civil Peace”?
a. Both the thieves and Jonathan steal to survive, but the thieves threaten violence while Jonathan
does not.
b. The thieves survive by stealing, but Jonathan survives by letting money go and accepting his fate.
c. The thieves find many ways to get money, but Jonathan knows only one way to earn a living.
d. The thieves maintain a good sense of humor, but Jonathan usually feels sorry for himself.

23. What is the closest meaning of the compound noun firewood in the following sentence?
The firewood was stacked neatly behind the house, ready to be used in winter.
a. wood planks for building b. charcoal and ashes
c. wood cut for fuel d. whole tree trunks

24. What main effect does the author achieve by using dialect in “Civil Peace”?
a. The use of dialect adds realism by showing readers the way that many Nigerians spoke in that
time and place.
b. The use of dialect involves readers by challenging them to interpret the characters’ dialogue.
c. The use of dialect shows readers that the thieves speak a special language of their own.
d. The use of dialect informs readers that the thieves were once soldiers.

25. In “Civil Peace,” what effect does the author achieve by having the thief speak in dialect while
Jonathan speaks more standard English?
a. The difference in speech shows that the thief is not a Nigerian.
b. The difference in speech shows that Jonathan is not a native Nigerian.
c. The difference in speech shows that Jonathan is probably richer than the thief.
d. The difference in speech shows that the thief is probably less educated than Jonathan.

26. In “Civil Peace,” the leader of the thieves demands that Jonathan give him 100 pounds. Jonathan
does not have that sum of money and offers the 20 pounds that he does have. Read the following
answer that the leader of the thieves makes to Jonathan. Then, answer the question that follows.
“Ok. Time de go. Make you open dis window and bring the twenty pound. We go manage am like
dat.”
What conclusion about the leader’s character is most clearly supported by his answer to Jonathan?
Choose two items.
a. The leader is intimidating in dealing with Jonathan.
b. The leader is impatient to take the money and get away.
c. The leader has a kind heart even though he is a criminal.
d. The leader fears Jonathan and accepts less money than he wanted.
e. The leader pities Jonathan and his family and accepts less money than he knows they have.

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Revision
Grammar
Choose the answer that best completes the sentence or identifies the correct element.
1. In the sentence "The cake turned delicious in the oven," "delicious" is a:
(a) subject complement
(b) object complement
(c) adjective
(d) predicate noun

2. Which sentence contains an object complement?

(a) The children played in the park.
(b) The principal considered our idea brilliant.
(c) The rain poured relentlessly.
(d) This book is fascinating.

3. What word completes the sentence "They named the baby..." as an object complement?
(a) John
(b) happy
(c) carefully
(d) a gift

4. In the sentence "The students elected her president," "her" is a/an:

(a) object complement
(b) direct object
(c) predicate nominative
(d) objective complement
5. Which word group CANNOT be a subject complement?
(a) a talented artist
(b) very excited
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(c) in the corner

(d) her best friend

6. What is the object complement in the sentence "I painted the room blue"?
(a) I
(b) painted
(c) room
(d) blue
7. Identify the subject complement in "Sarah feels miserable after the argument."
(a) Sarah
(b) feels
(c) argument
(d) miserable

8. Which sentence includes a predicative adjective as a subject complement?

(a) John bought a new car.
(b) The teacher explained the problem clearly.
(c) She became a doctor after years of studying.
(d) the plants grew taller in the last two days.

9. In the sentence "The jury considered him innocent," "innocent" is a:

(a) predicate adjective
(b) direct object
(c) object complement
(d) subject complement
10. Which word completes the sentence "He appeared..." as an subject complement?
(a) thoughtful
(b) suddenly
(c) at the door
(d) a mistake
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11. Which sentence uses a linking verb with a subject complement?

(a) The cat chased the mouse.
(b) She baked a delicious cake.
(c) He is the smartest student in class.
(d) They watched the movie with popcorn.

12. In the sentence "The news made her anxious," "anxious" is a:

(a) direct object
(b) object complement
(c) predicate adjective
(d) indirect object

13. Which word cannot be a linking verb in a sentence with a subject complement?
(a) is
(b) became
(c) seems
(d) bought
14. What is the subject complement in the sentence "Her dream is a journey around the world"?
(a) a journey around the world (b) world
(c) Her (d) dream
15. Which sentence DOESN’T include an object complement?
(a) The scientist found the new element fascinating.
(b) The children painted the table green.
(c) The teacher explained the concept clearly.
(d) They announced the project successful.

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16. Which word group cannot be an object complement?

(a) a skilled pianist
(b) very tall
(c) a gift for you
(d) in the classroom

17. What is the object complement in the sentence "They elected him captain"?
(a) They
(b) elected
(c) captain
(d) him

18. Which sentence does NOT contain a linking verb?

(a) She seems happy today. (b) The rain poured relentlessly for hours.
19. What's the appositive phrase? Melissa, my sister in college, called me last night.
a)my sister b)my sister in college c)Melissa d)sister

20. What's the appositive phrase? I sent my dad, a quite serious man, a silly gift for Christmas.
a)my dad b)a silly gift c)a quite serious man d)I

21. What's the appositive phrase? Hillde, my sweet little dog, cuddled up in the blankets.
a)dog b)my sweet little dog c)blankets d)Hillde

22. What's the appositive phrase? I went shopping at Walmart, the most crowded store in town.
a)Walmart b)shopping c)the most crowded store in town d)I

23. What's the appositive phrase? After the pep-rally, a player celebration, we walked to the game.
a)game b)a player celebration c)pep-rally d)we

24. What's the appositive phrase? Maria was a wonderful singer, an award winner in fact.
a)Maria b)a wonderful singer c)an award winner in fact d)winner

25. Identify the prepositional phrase: Watch the horse run around the field.
a)watch the horse b)around the field c)around d)run around

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26. Most people in Japan follow the traditional customs of their country. Is this phrase adjective or
adverb phrase?
a) adverb Phrase b) adjective Phrase
27. The Japanese traditionally bow on certain occasions. Is this phrase adjective or adverb phrase?
a) adverb phrase b) adjective phrase

28. They show great respect for their elders. Is this phrase adjective or adverb phrase?
a) adverb phrase b) adjective phrase

29.Their gardens are models of grace and delicacy. Is this phrase adjective or adverb phrase?
a) adverb phrase b) adjective phrase

30. Artificial and natural elements blend together in their gardens.Is this phrase adjective or adverb
phrase?
a) adverb phrase b) adjective phrase

31. Adam became principal of the school on Thursday. Is this phrase adjective or adverb phrase?
a) adverb phrase b) adjective phrase

32.Gabe ate cereal of great nutritional value before school. Is this phrase adjective or adverb
phrase?
a) adjective phrase b)adverb phrase

Identifying Appositive Phrases

1. Aliyyah, the girl who loves reading, just left the library.
2. Today, the third Monday of May, I am going on vacation.
3. Jonah, my oldest friend, gave me that shirt.
4. Miss Willis, the new science teacher, used to work in a lab.
5. That teddy bear, the one my father gave me, brings back many fond memories.
Identifying Adjectival and Adverbial Phrases

1. The mouse in the corner chewed on cheese. adjectival phrase adverbial phrase
2. Dwayne washes his hands before lunch. adverbial phrase adjectival phrase
3. Shane poured water on the fire. adjectival phrase adverbial phrase
4. People of all ages like baby animals. adjectival phrase adverbial phrase
5. Janet read a book about astronaut Sally Ride. adjectival phrase adjectival phrase

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Identify the clause type:

1. Because I love dessert, I went to Ella's after school.
a) not a clause b) adjective c) adverb

2. The frozen yogurt that I bought had chocolate syrup on it.

a) not a clause b) adjective c) adverb

3. My friend who met me there got a treat too.

a) adjective b) adverb

4. My favorite flavor is pineapple although I like chocolate too. What is the clause?
a) like chocolate too b) pineapple
c) My favorite d) although I like chocolate too

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Writing
Write an informative essay on : What are the most popular tourist attractions in your
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