English Grammar JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 7

Subject: English Grammar

Class: JSS 1

Term: First Term

Week: 7

Topic: Mid Term Assessment and Break

Part A: Objective Questions

1. Which of the following is a type of noun?
   a) Verb
   b) Adjective
   c) Proper noun
   d) Adverb
2. A conjunction that shows contrast is called a ______ conjunction.
   a) Coordinating
   b) Subordinating
   c) Correlative
   d) Conjunctive
3. In the sentence “She sings and dances,” the word “and” is a ______ conjunction.
   a) Coordinating
   b) Subordinating
   c) Correlative
   d) Conjunctive
4. An adverb that describes how something is done is called a ______ adverb.
   a) Manner
   b) Place
   c) Time
   d) Frequency
5. The vowel sound /æ/ in “cat” is a ______ vowel sound.
   a) Short
   b) Long
   c) Diphthong
   d) Nasal
6. The word “quickly” contains an example of an adverb of ______.
   a) Time
   b) Manner
   c) Place
   d) Frequency
7. In a letter, the salutation is the ______.
   a) Greeting
   b) Closing
   c) Address
   d) Date
8. The figure of speech that makes a comparison using “like” or “as” is called a ______.
   a) Metaphor
   b) Simile
   c) Irony
   d) Hyperbole
9. The sentence “He is as brave as a lion” contains a ______.
   a) Metaphor
   b) Simile
   c) Irony
   d) Hyperbole
10. The vowel sound /ɒ/ as in “dog” is produced with the mouth ______.
    a) Wide open
    b) Slightly open
    c) Closed
    d) Neutral
11. In the sentence “If it rains, we will stay indoors,” “If” is a ______ conjunction.
    a) Coordinating
    b) Subordinating
    c) Correlative
    d) Conjunctive
12. The type of letter written to friends or family is an ______ letter.
    a) Informal
    b) Formal
    c) Business
    d) Official
13. “Not only… but also” is an example of a ______ conjunction.
    a) Coordinating
    b) Subordinating
    c) Correlative
    d) Conjunctive
14. The purpose of a figure of speech is to ______.
    a) Describe
    b) Compare
    c) Emphasize
    d) All of the above
15. In the passage “John quickly ran to the store,” the word “quickly” is an adverb of ______.
    a) Time
    b) Manner
    c) Place
    d) Frequency
16. The vowel sound /i:/ in “see” is a ______ vowel.
    a) Short
    b) Long
    c) Central
    d) Rounded
17. The word “very” in the sentence “She is very happy” is an example of an adverb of ______.
    a) Manner
    b) Time
    c) Frequency
    d) Degree
18. “Than” is used in ______ comparisons.
    a) Equal
    b) Superlative
    c) Comparative
    d) Positive
19. The sentence “She smiled, and he waved” uses a ______ conjunction.
    a) Subordinating
    b) Coordinating
    c) Correlative
    d) Conjunctive
20. An adverb that tells us where an action happens is an adverb of ______.
    a) Time
    b) Place
    c) Manner
    d) Frequency

Part B: Theory Questions

1. Define the term “noun” and give three examples.
2. Explain the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions.
3. What is an adverb, and how does it function in a sentence?
4. List and describe the three main types of adverbs with examples.
5. Define a simile and provide two examples from literature.
6. What is the purpose of using figures of speech in writing?
7. Describe the features of an informal letter.
8. Explain how to correctly use the vowel sound /æ/ in words.
9. What are the characteristics of a formal letter compared to an informal letter?
10. Define an adverbial and give examples of its functions.
11. How does the vowel sound /ɒ/ differ from the vowel sound /æ/?
12. What is the role of a conjunction in a sentence?
13. Describe the function of the adverb in the sentence “She runs quickly.”
14. Explain the concept of a conjunction with two examples.
15. Define the term “figure of speech” and provide examples.
16. How do you identify an adverbial phrase in a sentence?
17. What is the purpose of a salutation in a letter?
18. Describe how to write a letter of request.
19. Explain the difference between a simile and a metaphor.
20. What are the main features of a vowel sound in phonetics?

Part C: True or False Questions

1. A coordinating conjunction connects words of the same type. (True/False)
2. The vowel sound /æ/ is always long in duration. (True/False)
3. An informal letter is used for business purposes. (True/False)
4. The adverb in “She sings beautifully” describes how she sings. (True/False)
5. Figures of speech are used to make language more expressive. (True/False)
6. “But” is an example of a subordinating conjunction. (True/False)
7. A simile uses “like” or “as” to compare two things. (True/False)
8. The vowel sound /ɒ/ is produced with the lips rounded. (True/False)
9. Adverbs of time tell us when an action happens. (True/False)
10. The word “quickly” is an example of an adverb of frequency. (True/False)
11. A formal letter includes a personal greeting. (True/False)
12. The vowel sound /æ/ is always produced with closed lips. (True/False)
13. Conjunctions are used to connect clauses or sentences. (True/False)
14. The figure of speech “hyperbole” involves exaggeration. (True/False)
15. “She is happier than him” is an example of a comparative degree. (True/False)
16. An adverbial phrase can modify a verb, adjective, or another adverb. (True/False)
17. The word “until” is an example of a coordinating conjunction. (True/False)
18. “Than” is used for superlative comparisons. (True/False)
19. A metaphor makes a direct comparison between two things. (True/False)
20. An informal letter is written to government officials. (True/False)

Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions

1. A ______ is a word that modifies a noun or pronoun.
2. The conjunction “because” is an example of a ______ conjunction.
3. An adverb of manner tells us ______ something is done.
4. The vowel sound /æ/ is ______ than /i:/.
5. In a letter, the ______ is the closing part before the signature.
6. A ______ compares two things using “like” or “as.”
7. The vowel sound /ɒ/ is produced with the mouth ______.
8. The word “quickly” is an adverb of ______.
9. The purpose of a ______ is to link words or clauses together.
10. An informal letter is written to ______ or friends.
11. “She runs ______” is an example of an adverbial phrase.
12. The vowel /æ/ is produced with the tongue in a ______ position.
13. A figure of speech that exaggerates is called ______.
14. The function of an adverb is to modify a ______.
15. The vowel sound /æ/ in “cat” is ______ in duration.
16. “The sky is as blue as the sea” is an example of a ______.
17. The word “very” is an adverb of ______.
18. A ______ letter is used for personal or family communication.
19. In “She dances well,” “well” is an adverb of ______.
20. The term “figure of speech” refers to ______ used for effect.