AnswersAZ-English Language Arts 12 AParts of Speech: Gerunds, Participles, and Infinitives

Parts of Speech: Gerunds, Participles, and Infinitives — Unit test Answers

15 verified answers
21
Free Preview

Which can be used as the subject of a sentence?

A
a gerund
B
a participle
C
an adjective
D
an adverb
22
Free Preview

What should a reflection do in a narrative essay? Select three options.

A
explain how the experience was significant to the writer
B
persuade the reader that the details of the experience are factual
C
offer an analysis of what made the experience memorable
D
provide additional details about the people included in the narrative
E
extend the experience to another area of the writer’s life
23

Read the reflection from Kara’s narrative.1 Ironically, it is from my much younger—and, I used to think, less wise—brother that I learned the value of being honest even when a lie may seem far more tempting at the time. 2 I knew that what he did that day must have been extremely difficult for him. 3 Yet there he stood, taking responsibility for his actions with not a glimmer of hesitation. 4 It is this determination and resolve to do what is right—even when what is right is not what is easy—that I remembered many years later in college when faced with a similar predicament of my own.

A
Watching him bravely tell the truth about what had really happened that day and how he had been the one responsible for the destruction of our neighbor’s award-winning flower garden, I realized that he knew he would likely face unpleasant consequences.
B
I tried to imagine how difficult it must have been for someone so young to do something so courageous and what must have been going through his mind, but all I could think about was the punishment he would probably receive for doing the right thing.
C
Although my brother appeared to be acting bravely, I was certain he was tempted to do the wrong thing that day to avoid some sort of unpleasant punishment, and I thought for a second that he would change his mind at the last moment.
D
My brother’s actions that day were very admirable, and I remember wondering how someone so young could do something like that, and then I wondered if I would do the same thing or something different just to avoid getting into unwanted trouble.
24

Read the paragraph from Yasmin’s narrative.I took a long, lingering look at the tremendous beauty that surrounded me. Nature abounded as far as the eye could see, and the only sounds to be heard were the peaceful murmurs of that which existed in the wilderness. As I sat there, my tent and sleeping bag the only signs of civilization for miles, my heart swelled with relief that I had decided to take this weekend camping trip. I could feel every muscle in my body gradually relaxing with every sight, every sound, every smell within this untouched slice of tranquility.

A
additional information about why Yasmin chose to camp at that specific campsite
B
more specific descriptions of the sights, sounds, and smells mentioned by Yasmin
C
background information about Yasmin’s previous camping experiences and expertise
D
examples of other instances in Yasmin’s life when she felt so peaceful and relaxed
25

[BLANK]

A
Anglo-Saxon
B
Danish
C
Essex-Kent
D
Wessex
26

Jamal’s assignment for class is to write his own verse to add to Beowulf, using some of the traditions that were used in Old English poetry.

A
And Unferth heard Beowulf’s story.And he sulked hearing all that glory.
B
As Unferth listened to what Beowulf said,he felt overcome with envy at what he heard
C
Unferth sat back, brooding on his bench,listening bitterly to Beowulf’s conquests
D
Unferth remained in the hall with others,Where he hid how much he was truly bothered.
27

Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version."Let your heart inspire youto be joyous in battle, to forget about death.If we help each other and fight side by side,we will make a lasting name for ourselves,we will stamp our fame on men's minds forever."

A
Gilgamesh ignores the threat of death.
B
People's actions determine their legacy.
C
Fighting for one's country is important.
D
With reassurance, Enkidu prevails.
28

Read the excerpt from Grendel.He sang of battles and marriages, of funerals and hangings, the whimperings of beaten enemies, of splendid hunts and harvests. He sang of Hrothgar, hoarfrost white, magnificent of mind.When he finished, the hall was as quiet as a mound. I too was silent, my ear pressed tight against the timbers. Even to me, incredibly, he had made it all seem true and very fine.

A
He is frightened by the power of Hrothgar and his musician.
B
He is lonely and wishes to befriend the people in the great hall.
C
He is caught up in the harpist’s song, just like Hrothgar’s people.
D
He is confused by the people’s interest in a stranger’s song.
29

One way to describe the subject of a sentence is to use a(n)

A
infinitive.
B
gerund.
C
article.
D
preposition.
30

[BLANK]

A
have exactly the same meaning
B
have completely opposite meanings
C
sound the same but have different meanings
D
are spelled the same but are pronounced differently

Did you find these answers helpful?

Parts of Speech: Gerunds, Participles, and…