Literature Quizzes for Eighth Grade

Dorothy finds herself in the mysterious, far-away Land of Oz in this 1900 children's book by L. Frank Baum. Use the pictures provided to see if you remember her adventures in this novel! This quiz can not be solved by watching the film! Recommended for grades: 8,9,10,11,12

We have here ten questions about well-known books which children have enjoyed for generations. Almost all were published in the 19th century. The stories are still popular with adults as well as children. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

Robert Frost was an American poet who lived most of his life in New Hampshire. This quiz is about ten of his poems, some famous, some not. The photographs will give you some hints. Recommended for grades: 7,8,9,10

See if you can match the literary term with its correct definition. Recommended for grades: 8,9,10,11

Let us take a look at some places in children's literature as we visit the land of make-believe. Recommended for grades: 5,6,7,8

Every question in this quiz relates to a book where at least one cat appears. Good luck! Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

Beatrix Potter wrote endearing stories with animals as anthropomorphized characters. See what you know about the wonderful works of Beatrix Potter. Recommended for grades: 8,9,10,11,12

This quiz is about books geared toward middle school-aged kids. I hope you enjoy! Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9

All my grandkids still love listening to a bedtime story, and during the holiday season, why not read some Christmas stories? Some may be more for older children! You decide! All you must do is match the characters from each story with the titles. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10

Nursery rhymes are for kids right? So all of the language they use must be for kids too? Not so! Do you know the meanings of these unusual words that appear in some classic rhymes? Recommended for grades: 5,6,7,8