Creative Writing Test Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 24: Final test: creative writing · Set 198 · 40 questions

Writer's tip (Which tool is it?): Decide which skill the question is testing. Use that lesson’s tip — the story element, the sense or comparison, the genre, the point of view or the syllable count. Read your choice back into the question to check it.

1. 1.How many syllables (beats) are in the word “chapati”? (a) 3 (b) 2 (c) 4
2. 2.Is this sentence written in first person or third person?
   “Zoya painted her room a bright yellow.” (a) first person (b) third person
3. 3.These steps to wrap a present are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Put the gift on the wrapping paper. (b) Tie a ribbon on top. (c) Fold the paper around the gift.
4. 4.Which sentence is a metaphor? (a) My father bought a new umbrella. (b) The jalebi was as sweet as honey. (c) The old car was a tired donkey on the hill.
5. 5.Count the syllables (beats) in this haiku line:
   “Hot pakoras on a plate” (a) 6 (b) 7 (c) 8
6. 6.Which sound word fits the gap?
   “The old clock went ___ in the hall.” (a) woof (b) tick-tock (c) pop
7. 7.Which sentence SHOWS (without telling) that Ishaan is scared? (a) Ishaan’s knees shook, and he hid behind the door. (b) Ishaan could barely keep his eyes open at dinner. (c) Ishaan was scared.
8. 8.A good title is short and makes you want to read. Which is the best title? (a) The Story About the Thing (b) This Is My Story (c) The Flat Tyre
9. 9.Which is the best solution to this problem?
   “Mud splashes all over a white uniform” (a) He is allowed to bring it the next day (b) He changes into a clean spare uniform (c) Everyone sings along with her
10. 10.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to wash your hands:
    First, wet your hands under the tap.
    Then, rub soap all over them.
    ___, scrub between your fingers.
    Finally, rinse and dry them on a towel. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally
11. 11.Read this. What is most likely to happen next?
    The farmer saw dark clouds and heard thunder. (a) He asked the clouds to come back next year. (b) He spread the grain out to get wet. (c) He hurried to cover his grain with a sheet.
12. 12.These steps to make a greeting card are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Draw a picture on the front. (b) Give the card to your friend. (c) Fold a sheet of card in half.
13. 13.Read the story. When does it take place?
    On a Wednesday evening, Meher went to the music school. She was too shy to sing in front of the others. Meher closed her eyes and pictured singing at home. Mr Bose, the teacher, asked everyone to sing with her. Meher sang the whole song and felt brave. (a) during the Christmas holidays (b) on a Wednesday evening (c) on a festive night
14. 14.Which sentence is written in third person? (a) Diya fed her goldfish before school. (b) I fed my goldfish before school. (c) We fed our goldfish before school.
15. 15.Read the story. Which word best describes Dev?
    On a Friday afternoon, Dev walked into the school library. His puppy had torn a page of the book he borrowed. Dev was scared, but he told the librarian the truth. Ms Fernandes smiled and showed him how to tape it. Dev mended the page neatly and felt proud of himself. (a) selfish (b) honest (c) rude
16. 16.Which sentence is punctuated correctly? (a) “My sandcastle got washed away”, sobbed Zoya. (b) “My sandcastle got washed away,” sobbed Zoya. (c) “My sandcastle got washed away” sobbed Zoya.
17. 17.Read the story. How is the problem solved?
    One rainy morning, Ayaan walked down the muddy lane. A passing scooter sprayed mud all over his white uniform. Ayaan ran home and told Maa what had happened. Maa quickly gave him a clean spare uniform. Ayaan reached school just as the bell rang. (a) He changes into a clean spare uniform (b) The baker fixes one letter in icing (c) Mud splashes all over a white uniform
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
19. 19.Read the story. How is the problem solved?
    On bake sale day, Kiara set up a stall at the school gate. By noon, nobody had bought a single cookie. Kiara made a bright sign that said “Fresh Cookies!” Her friend Zubin rang a bell to call people over. Soon Kiara had sold every cookie for the library fund. (a) Nobody buys anything from the stall (b) A bright sign and a bell bring buyers (c) A plumber fixes the dripping tap
20. 20.Read the story. How is the problem solved?
    One warm evening, Imran opened the garden shed. A long snake was curled up near the door. Imran stepped back slowly and did not touch it. Mr Reddy, a snake rescuer, carried it away safely. Imran learnt that snakes should be left to experts. (a) A snake is curled up in a shed (b) He changes into a clean spare uniform (c) A snake rescuer carries it away safely
21. 21.Which is the best solution to this problem?
    “A hard word makes her mind go blank” (a) A rhyme from her teacher helps her spell it (b) A strong plank and rope make a new seat (c) A bamboo pole pokes the kite free
22. 22.Which sentence is a metaphor? (a) Her bedroom is a pigsty. (b) Grandpa’s beard is as white as snow. (c) We planted a mango tree in the garden.
23. 23.How many syllables (beats) are in the word “helicopter”? (a) 3 (b) 5 (c) 4
24. 24.Every story needs a problem. Which of these is a problem? (a) one stormy night (b) the village square (c) A snake is curled up in a shed
25. 25.Read the story. Which sentence tells you the setting (where and when)?
    On bake sale day, Kiara set up a stall at the school gate. By noon, nobody had bought a single cookie. Kiara made a bright sign that said “Fresh Cookies!” Her friend Zubin rang a bell to call people over. Soon Kiara had sold every cookie for the library fund. (a) Soon Kiara had sold every cookie for the library fund. (b) On bake sale day, Kiara set up a stall at the school gate. (c) By noon, nobody had bought a single cookie.
26. 26.Which mark goes in the gap?
    “Nobody came to my party___” sobbed Ananya. (a) a full stop (.) (b) a question mark (?) (c) a comma (,)
27. 27.Read the fable. What is its moral (lesson)?
    A young langur found a shiny bangle and waved it in front of every animal to show off. A kite swooped down and snatched it away. The young langur learnt that showing off can lose you what you have. (a) Plan ahead and save for hard times. (b) Do not show off. (c) Small friends can be a great help.
28. 28.Which opening is dull and needs a better hook? (a) “Don’t open that box!” shouted Grandpa. (b) This story is about a cat and a mouse. (c) Who left giant footprints on our roof?
29. 29.Read the story. Which sentence tells you the setting (where and when)?
    One spring afternoon, Simran found a nest on her balcony. A baby sparrow had fallen out and was chirping loudly. Simran put on gloves and lifted it very gently. Dadi held the stool while she put it back in the nest. Simran smiled as the mother sparrow flew home. (a) Simran smiled as the mother sparrow flew home. (b) Dadi held the stool while she put it back in the nest. (c) One spring afternoon, Simran found a nest on her balcony.
30. 30.Is this sentence written in first person or third person?
    “I finished my jigsaw puzzle at last.” (a) third person (b) first person
31. 31.Which fable teaches this moral?
    “Sharing is better than fighting.” (a) The Lazy Bullock (b) The Patient Kingfisher (c) Two Monkeys and a Mango
32. 32.A good title is short and makes you want to read. Which is the best title? (a) A Story That I Wrote One Day (b) Lost at the Fair (c) Some Things That Happened
33. 33.Read the story. Where does it take place?
    One Monday morning, Aryan sat down in his classroom. He found that he had left his homework at home. Aryan told Ms Gill the truth before she even asked. Ms Gill let him bring it the next day. Aryan made a checklist so he would never forget again. (a) his classroom (b) the hill road (c) the school gate
34. 34.Which strong verb could replace “ran” in this sentence?
    “The two friends ran to the gate to see who was fastest.” (a) munched (b) whispered (c) raced
35. 35.Read the story. Which of these is a character in it?
    One Monday morning, Aryan sat down in his classroom. He found that he had left his homework at home. Aryan told Ms Gill the truth before she even asked. Ms Gill let him bring it the next day. Aryan made a checklist so he would never forget again. (a) Maria (b) Pooja (c) Ms Gill
36. 36.Which describing word paints the clearest picture?
    “The ___ pebbles sparkled in the stream.” (a) nice (b) fine (c) shiny
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
38. 38.Count the syllables (beats) in this haiku line:
    “My kitten sleeps in the sun” (a) 7 (b) 6 (c) 8
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
40. 40.Which strong verb means “burned brightly and fiercely”? (a) blazed (b) sobbed (c) shouted

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