Creative Writing Test Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 24: Final test: creative writing · Set 594 · 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.Which mark goes in the gap?
   “Run, the bus is leaving___” shouted Sahil. (a) a question mark (?) (b) a full stop (.) (c) an exclamation mark (!)
2. 2.Which describing word paints the clearest picture?
   “The ___ lake reflected the hills.” (a) fine (b) nice (c) glassy
3. 3.Read the story. How is the problem solved?
   On a crowded evening, Vihaan went to the city fair. He stopped to watch a juggler and lost his dad. Vihaan stayed calm and went to a lady in uniform. Officer Kaur called his name on the loudspeaker. In five minutes, Vihaan’s dad came running to him. (a) A boy gets lost in a big crowd (b) A snake rescuer carries it away safely (c) His name is called on the loudspeaker
4. 4.Which sentence is written in first person? (a) I found a shell and kept it in my pocket. (b) Priya found a shell and kept it in her pocket. (c) Saanvi found a shell and kept it in her pocket.
5. 5.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
   How to make a clay pot:
   First, knead the clay until it is soft.
   Then, roll it into a ball.
   ___, press your thumb in and shape the pot.
   Finally, leave the pot in the sun to dry. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally
6. 6.Which is the best solution to this problem?
   “A puppy is shivering in the cold rain” (a) Solving puzzles together passes the time (b) A farmer shows how to put the chain back (c) A biscuit and kind words coax the puppy out
7. 7.Which strong verb could replace “ate” in this sentence?
   “The mouse ate the corner of the cheese.” (a) sobbed (b) strolled (c) nibbled
8. 8.These sentences come from one story. Which one is the ENDING? (a) On Pongal morning, Aditi drew a rangoli on the front step. (b) Aditi did not give up and started all over again. (c) By noon, Aditi’s rangoli was the brightest on the street.
9. 9.Which sentence is written in third person? (a) We climbed the guava tree and filled our pockets. (b) Zoya climbed the guava tree and filled her pockets. (c) I climbed the guava tree and filled my pockets.
10. 10.Which sentence SHOWS (without telling) that Ishaan is bored? (a) Ishaan drummed his fingers and stared at the clock. (b) Ishaan was bored. (c) Ishaan froze and held his breath as the floor creaked.
11. 11.Which sentence is a metaphor? (a) Meera watered the plants in the morning. (b) The baby slept like a log. (c) The stars were diamonds in the night sky.
12. 12.Which strong verb could replace “walked” in this sentence?
    “Grandpa walked through the park after dinner.” (a) strolled (b) nibbled (c) shouted
13. 13.Which word is the adjective (describing word) in this sentence?
    “The mysterious parcel arrived on my birthday.” (a) mysterious (b) parcel (c) arrived
14. 14.Which verb paints the clearest picture?
    “Grandpa ___ through the park after dinner.” (a) strolled (b) walked (c) came
15. 15.These steps to make a clay pot are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Press your thumb in and shape the pot. (b) Knead the clay until it is soft. (c) Roll it into a ball.
16. 16.Read the story. Who is the main character?
    One sunny morning, Rohan cycled up the hill road. Halfway up, the chain of his bicycle slipped off. Rohan sat down and studied the chain slowly. Mr Das, a kind farmer, showed him how to fix it. Rohan rode on, proud that he could fix a chain now. (a) Mr Das (b) Ishaan (c) Rohan
17. 17.Read the story. Which sentence tells how the problem is solved?
    Early one Saturday, Ishaan ran to the colony park. The seat of the old swing had cracked in two. Ishaan asked the other children to help him mend it. Mrs Rao gave them a strong plank and some rope. By noon, Ishaan was swinging high on the new seat. (a) Early one Saturday, Ishaan ran to the colony park. (b) The seat of the old swing had cracked in two. (c) Mrs Rao gave them a strong plank and some rope.
18. 18.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) Ishaan (b) Aisha (c) Ms Gill
19. 19.Is this a simile, a metaphor or neither?
    “The baby slept in the afternoon.” (a) simile (b) metaphor (c) neither
20. 20.These steps to wash your hands are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Scrub between your fingers. (b) Wet your hands under the tap. (c) Rub soap all over them.
21. 21.Which feeling does this sentence show?
    “Farhan’s eyelids drooped, and he yawned again and again.” (a) cold (b) angry (c) tired
22. 22.Read the story. Where does it take place?
    One quiet Sunday, Saanvi was visiting her grandpa’s flat. Grandpa could not find his reading glasses anywhere. Saanvi looked under the sofa and behind every cushion. At last she laughed, for the glasses were on his head! Grandpa chuckled and gave Saanvi a big hug. (a) her grandpa’s flat (b) the city fair (c) the wedding hall
23. 23.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to take a photo:
    First, switch on the camera.
    Then, point it at your friends.
    Next, ask everyone to smile.
    ___, press the button to click the photo. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because
24. 24.Which describing word paints the clearest picture?
    “The ___ bread crumbled in my fingers.” (a) nice (b) fine (c) stale
25. 25.Which describing word paints the clearest picture?
    “The ___ snake slid under the rock.” (a) striped (b) nice (c) good
26. 26.Read this. What is most likely to happen next?
    Arjun watered the drooping plant every day for a week. (a) The plant dried up even more. (b) The plant flew out of its pot. (c) Its leaves stood up green and fresh again.
27. 27.Which line uses the sense of hearing? (a) The cactus was prickly when I touched it. (b) The crowd cheered loudly for our team. (c) The fragrance of roses drifted through the window.
28. 28.Which line uses the sense of smell? (a) The gulab jamun tasted sweet and rich. (b) The scent of Grandma’s perfume filled the room. (c) The new bicycle shone bright red.
29. 29.Read the story. Which sentence tells how the problem is solved?
    On competition day, Nisha stood on stage in the town hall. Her mind went blank on the word “necessary”. Nisha recalled the rhyme Mrs Sen had taught her. She spelt it slowly, letter by letter, and got it right. Nisha won the silver cup and thanked Mrs Sen. (a) On competition day, Nisha stood on stage in the town hall. (b) Her mind went blank on the word “necessary”. (c) She spelt it slowly, letter by letter, and got it right.
30. 30.Which sentence is written in first person? (a) I wrapped my gift in shiny paper. (b) Neel wrapped his gift in shiny paper. (c) Zoya wrapped her gift in shiny paper.
31. 31.Read the story. How is the problem solved?
    After the lunch bell, Advik walked into the music room. A butterfly was beating its wings against the window. Advik opened the window wide and stepped back. Tanvi waved her notebook to guide it outside. Advik watched the butterfly flutter away into the sky. (a) The window is opened to let it out (b) The blue splash is turned into a lake (c) A butterfly is trapped at a window
32. 32.Read the story. How is the problem solved?
    On Annual Day, Kavya waited to sing in the school hall. Just before her turn, the microphone stopped working. Kavya took a deep breath and stepped onto the stage. She sang so loudly that everyone could hear her. Imran and the whole hall clapped for Kavya. (a) The microphone stops working before her song (b) She sings loudly without a microphone (c) Shadow animals on the wall make him laugh
33. 33.Is this a simile, a metaphor or neither?
    “The stars were diamonds in the night sky.” (a) neither (b) simile (c) metaphor
34. 34.Which word is the adjective (describing word) in this sentence?
    “The speckled owl hooted from the branch.” (a) speckled (b) hooted (c) owl
35. 35.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make tea:
    First, boil water in a pan.
    ___, add tea leaves to the boiling water.
    Next, pour in milk and add some sugar.
    Finally, strain the tea into cups. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Then
36. 36.These steps to make a greeting card are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Fold a sheet of card in half. (b) Give the card to your friend. (c) Write a message inside.
37. 37.Which word fits the gap best?
    “Why is the sky blue?” ___ Yash. (a) asked (b) giggled (c) sobbed
38. 38.Read the story so far. Which sentence is the best ENDING?
    One cloudy evening, Omkar heard a mew on his rooftop. A little kitten was stuck behind a water tank. Omkar spoke softly and put a saucer of milk nearby. The kitten tiptoed out to drink the milk. (a) Yash was proud he had helped, and the trip went on. (b) Omkar named her Pixie and gave her a cosy box. (c) Back on land, Anjali and Appa laughed with relief.
39. 39.Which feeling does this sentence show?
    “Riya’s face turned red, and she clenched her fists.” (a) scared (b) angry (c) sad
40. 40.Read the story. Which word best describes Simran?
    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) careless (b) gentle (c) selfish

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