Creative Writing Test Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 24: Final test: creative writing · Set 701 · 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 is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
2. 2.Which strong verb could replace “ran” in this sentence?
   “Meera ran to the bus stop before it left.” (a) dashed (b) stared (c) gulped
3. 3.Read the fable. What is its moral (lesson)?
   A smiling jackal offered a hen some sweet berries if she would come out of the coop at night. The hen stayed inside. In the morning she saw the jackal’s sharp teeth by the fence, and the hen learnt that sweet words can hide a trick. (a) Do not trust a stranger’s sweet words. (b) A true friend helps in times of need. (c) Believe in yourself.
4. 4.Which sound word fits the gap?
   “The microwave gave a ___ when the milk was hot.” (a) crunch (b) beep (c) sizzle
5. 5.Read this. What is most likely to happen next?
   Dev put his seed pot in a dark cupboard and forgot it. (a) The seedling grew pale and weak. (b) The cupboard grew leaves. (c) It grew into a huge sunflower overnight.
6. 6.Read the story. Which word best describes Sahil?
   One Sunday evening, Sahil took the lift in a tall building. The lift jerked and stopped between two floors. Sahil stayed calm and pressed the red alarm button. Mrs Bose, the guard, called the lift mechanic at once. Soon the doors opened, and Sahil stepped out safely. (a) unkind (b) calm (c) greedy
7. 7.Read the story. How is the problem solved?
   On Science Day, Ananya took her volcano to the science fair. She poured in the vinegar, but nothing happened. Ananya stayed calm and checked every jar again. Joseph brought her fresh baking soda from the lab. This time the volcano fizzed, and Ananya won a prize. (a) A bamboo pole pokes the kite free (b) Her model volcano will not fizz (c) Fresh baking soda makes it fizz
8. 8.Which line uses the sense of sight? (a) The snail felt slimy on my palm. (b) Colourful kites dotted the blue sky. (c) The rubbish dump gave off a terrible stink.
9. 9.Read the fable. Who learns a lesson in it?
   A cat knocked the mouse’s cheese into a drain and walked off. The mouse cried, and the other animals would not speak to the cat. The cat learnt to say sorry, and it found new cheese for the mouse. (a) the horse (b) the mouse (c) the cat
10. 10.Read the story. Which is the best title for it?
    On the first day of school, Isha walked into a new school. She knew nobody and sat all alone at lunch. Then Isha saw another girl sitting alone too. Isha smiled and asked Maria to share her lunch. By evening, Isha and Maria were best friends. (a) The Lost Earring (b) A Friend at Lunch (c) The Slipped Chain
11. 11.Read the start of the story. What happens next?
    On a crowded evening, Vihaan went to the city fair. He stopped to watch a juggler and lost his dad. (a) Aditi did not give up and started all over again. (b) Fatima opened her bag and found a book of puzzles. (c) Vihaan stayed calm and went to a lady in uniform.
12. 12.Is this sentence written in first person or third person?
    “I cleaned my shoes for the parade.” (a) third person (b) first person
13. 13.Read the story. Which sentence tells how the problem is solved?
    One windy afternoon, Aarav flew his kite in the playground. A strong gust blew the kite into the top of a neem tree. Aarav jumped and jumped, but he could not reach it. His friend Kiran brought a bamboo pole to poke it free. Aarav thanked Kiran, and the kite flew high again. (a) A strong gust blew the kite into the top of a neem tree. (b) His friend Kiran brought a bamboo pole to poke it free. (c) One windy afternoon, Aarav flew his kite in the playground.
14. 14.What kind of story is this?
    A monkey borrows a tourist’s hat and starts selling tickets. (a) fairy tale (b) mystery story (c) funny story
15. 15.Which describing word paints the clearest picture?
    “The ___ garden smelled of roses.” (a) blooming (b) nice (c) good
16. 16.Which is the best solution to this problem?
    “Homework is left at home” (a) The box is found under the last seat (b) A pond is dug to catch the rain (c) He is allowed to bring it the next day
17. 17.Which sentence is a metaphor? (a) The stars were diamonds in the night sky. (b) Dad’s voice boomed like thunder. (c) It rained all night in our town.
18. 18.Every story needs a problem. Which of these is a problem? (a) on bake sale day (b) the hill road (c) A kite gets stuck high up in a tree
19. 19.Read the story. Which of these is a character in it?
    One windy afternoon, Aarav flew his kite in the playground. A strong gust blew the kite into the top of a neem tree. Aarav jumped and jumped, but he could not reach it. His friend Kiran brought a bamboo pole to poke it free. Aarav thanked Kiran, and the kite flew high again. (a) Diya (b) Manav (c) Kiran
20. 20.Read the story so far. Which sentence is the best ENDING?
    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! (a) Imran and the whole hall clapped for Kavya. (b) Advik watched the butterfly flutter away into the sky. (c) Grandpa chuckled and gave Saanvi a big hug.
21. 21.Read the story. Which of these is a character in it?
    On a festive night, Zoya danced in the wedding hall. Aunt Lata cried out that she had lost a gold earring. Zoya looked carefully under every chair and table. The earring was shining beside the flower stand. Zoya gave it back, and Aunt Lata thanked her warmly. (a) Aarav (b) Aunt Lata (c) Kavya
22. 22.Which title sounds most like a mystery story? (a) The Wizard’s Silver Wand (b) The Fairy of the Lotus Pond (c) The Vanishing Cricket Bat
23. 23.What kind of story is this?
    A magic flute makes every animal in the kingdom dance. (a) mystery story (b) fairy tale (c) funny story
24. 24.Which fable teaches this moral?
    “Honesty is the best policy.” (a) The Parrot Who Told Secrets (b) The Crow and the Three Rotis (c) The Rabbit Who Told the Truth
25. 25.Which line uses the sense of taste? (a) The pressure cooker hissed three times. (b) The lemon juice tasted very sour. (c) The lake sparkled under the full moon.
26. 26.Which describing word paints the clearest picture?
    “The ___ floor squeaked under my shoes.” (a) polished (b) nice (c) good
27. 27.Why does this opening hook the reader?
    “Hold on tight!” yelled the boatman. (a) it starts with a sound word (b) it starts with a question (c) it starts with someone speaking
28. 28.Read the story. When does it take place?
    During the Christmas holidays, Maria went to the beach. Each time she built a castle, the waves washed it away. Maria thought hard and moved further up the sand. Her friend Kunal dug a moat to keep the water out. This time Maria’s castle stood tall until sunset. (a) on the first day of school (b) one stormy night (c) during the Christmas holidays
29. 29.What kind of story is this?
    A wizard’s magic carpet carries a shepherd girl to a giant’s palace. (a) fairy tale (b) adventure story (c) mystery story
30. 30.Which opening hooks the reader most? (a) I am going to tell you about my holiday. (b) Clang! The temple bell rang by itself at midnight. (c) In this story I will write about a tree.
31. 31.Which is a feature of a funny story? (a) fairies, giants or dragons (b) clues to follow (c) a ridiculous situation
32. 32.Read the fable. What is its moral (lesson)?
    Mother goat told her kid never to cross the river when it was full. The kid did not listen and was swept onto a sandbank in the fast water. A fisherman rowed out to save it, and the frightened kid learnt to listen to its mother. (a) A true friend helps in times of need. (b) Sharing is better than fighting. (c) Listen to the advice of those who care for you.
33. 33.Read the story. What is the problem in it?
    On Pongal morning, Aditi drew a rangoli on the front step. A gust of wind blew the coloured powder everywhere. Aditi did not give up and started all over again. Her brother Sid held up a board to block the wind. By noon, Aditi’s rangoli was the brightest on the street. (a) A board held up blocks the wind (b) Wind blows away the rangoli powder (c) An aunt loses a gold earring
34. 34.Read the fable. What is its moral (lesson)?
    An elephant’s foot was trapped under a fallen log, and the big animals could not lift it. A tiny woodpecker pecked and pecked until the log split in two. The elephant learnt that even a tiny friend can save the day. (a) Small friends can be a great help. (b) Believe in yourself. (c) Listen to the advice of those who care for you.
35. 35.Read the story. Which word best describes Yash?
    On a long car trip, Yash rode along the highway. Bang! The back tyre of the car went flat. Yash held the torch while Uncle Ravi took out the spare. Together they changed the tyre in twenty minutes. Yash was proud he had helped, and the trip went on. (a) helpful (b) selfish (c) greedy
36. 36.Read the story. Which sentence tells you the setting (where and when)?
    One windy afternoon, Aarav flew his kite in the playground. A strong gust blew the kite into the top of a neem tree. Aarav jumped and jumped, but he could not reach it. His friend Kiran brought a bamboo pole to poke it free. Aarav thanked Kiran, and the kite flew high again. (a) Aarav thanked Kiran, and the kite flew high again. (b) One windy afternoon, Aarav flew his kite in the playground. (c) A strong gust blew the kite into the top of a neem tree.
37. 37.Which line uses the sense of smell? (a) The snail felt slimy on my palm. (b) A whiff of incense floated from the temple. (c) The golden sand glittered in the sun.
38. 38.Which feeling does this sentence show?
    “Tears filled Farhan’s eyes, and he stared at the floor.” (a) sad (b) happy (c) tired
39. 39.Read the story. Which sentence tells how the problem is 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) On bake sale day, Kiara set up a stall at the school gate. (b) By noon, nobody had bought a single cookie. (c) Her friend Zubin rang a bell to call people over.
40. 40.Which fable teaches this moral?
    “Do not make fun of others.” (a) The Bear’s Promise (b) The Ungrateful Camel (c) The Hippo and the Giraffe

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