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Write a story about what it would be like to travel back in time. What would be different from life today? What would be the same? Be sure to include characters, setting, and a plot in your story, as well as specific details to make your story interesting. What type of writing is this prompt? A. Descriptive B. Informative C. Argumentative D. Narrative
D. Narrative
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1) Nine out of ten people think I'm crazy on Valentine's Day. 2) Keep in mind I said people, not pets. 3) It's the day when everyone tells the people they love how much they appreciate them. 4) My favorite "person" is my dog, Lincoln. 5) I can't help it. 6) I really don't like cats that much. Which sentence is irrelevant and should be removed from the passage?
Sentence 6
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His parents were sad to see the poor report card. Which synonym for sad would be more precise in this sentence? a. disappointed b. gloomy c. depressed d. angry
a. disappointed
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What's the best transition word to begin sentence 17? 15) An unmoving, raised tail is a friendly greeting. 16) If a cat is afraid, hair stands up all over its body. 17) If a cat is ready to attack, hair stands up only in a narrow band along the spine and tail. A. However B. Then C. Still D. Next
A. However
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Correct this sentence: The motions of a cats tail is also a sign of it’s moods.
The motions of a cat’s tail are also a sign of its moods.
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Write a story about what it would be like to travel back in time. What would be different from life today? What would be the same? Be sure to include characters, setting, and a plot in your story, as well as specific details to make your story interesting. What would be the best prewrite to use for this story? A. a sequence chart B. an outline C. just start writing
A. a sequence chart
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What does irrelevant mean?
Irrelevant means unnecessary or unrelated
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What is the best way to combine these two sentences: Cats have the most varied forms of expression. They speak with their ears, their tails, and even their fur. A. Cats have the most varied forms of expression, although they speak with their ears, their tails, and even their fur. B. Cats have the most varied forms of expression because they speak with their ears, their tails, and even their fur. C. Cats have the most varied forms of expression when they speak with their ears, their tails, and even their fur. D. Cats have the most varied forms of expression, and they speak with their ears, their tales, and even their fur.
B. Cats have the most varied forms of expression because they speak with their ears, their tails, and even their fur.
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18) Purring is a non-vocal sound originating from the young cat to tell the mother that it is content. 19) When adult cats purr, they are saying “all is well and I’m feeling fine”. 20) Hissing is another common non-vocal sound. 21) When cats hiss, they open their mouths about halfway, draw back their upper lips, and expel their breath very hard. 22) A kitten will meow if it is separated from its mother. What would be the best topic sentence for this paragraph? A. A grown cat sounds different from a kitten. B. Cats display many fascinating behaviors. C. Cats have been both valued and feared. D. A cat also has its own unique sounds.
D. A cat also has its own unique sounds.
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What's the correct way to write this sentence? 19) When adult cats purr, they are saying “all is well and I’m feeling fine”. A. When adult cats purr, they are saying “All is well, and I’m feeling fine.” B. When adult cats purr, they are saying, “all is well, and I’m feeling fine.” C. When adult cats purr, they are saying, “All is well, and I’m feeling fine.” D. The sentence is correct as written.
C. When adult cats purr, they are saying, “All is well, and I’m feeling fine.”
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Write a letter to your school principal explaining who should be named Teacher of the Year and why. Be sure to include your reasons for nominating that teacher as well as specific details to make your argument better. What kind of writing prompt is this? a. narrative b. descriptive c. information d. persuasive
d. persuasive
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27) This brief discussion of body language and sounds suggests that cats have their own communication system. 28) Even a kitten that is born deaf develops this entire range of sounds. 29) Oskar Heinroth, a scientist who studied zoology, was once asked why animals do not develop a language. 30) Zoology is the study of animal life. 31) He replied, “Because they have nothing to say to each other.” 32) However, his answer may have been too hasty. 33) Cats have tons to say to each other and to their human owners. 34) Who, indeed, can claim that their totally incapable of expressing ideas? Which sentence shifts focus by adding an irrelevant detail?
Sentence 30
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He can just open them and eat them. How can the sentence be improved so that it uses better and more descriptive word choices? A. He can eat them if he wants to. B. He can open them with a scissor and eat them with a fork. C. He can just rip them open with his claws and teeth and devour them all day long. D. He can eat them up and gobble on them.
C. He can just rip them open with his claws and teeth and devour them all day long.
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19) When adult cats purr, they are saying “all is well and I’m feeling fine”. 20) Hissing is another common non-vocal sound. 21) When cats hiss, they open their mouths about halfway, draw back their upper lips, and expel their breath very hard. 22) A kitten will meow if it is separated from its mother. Where would be the most logical place to add the sentence "Of all the cat noises, however, meowing is the most familiar sound." A. after sentence 19 B. after sentence 20 C. after sentence 21
C. after sentence 21
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Rewrite this sentence correctly: He was not afraid of polar bears or any other danger on the lake (including thin ice.
He was not afraid of polar bears or any other danger on the lake (including thin ice).
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Write a letter to your school principal explaining who should be named Teacher of the Year and why. Be sure to include your reasons for nominating that teacher as well as specific details to make your argument better. How would you organize your writing on this topic? a. using a sequence chart b. using a diagram c. using an outline d. just get started writing
c. using an outline
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But if my sis wants to share some of the dough with me, I say yes. How can this sentence be corrected? a. But if my sister wants to share the money with me, I be saying yes. b. But if my sister wants to share some of the dough with me, I would say yes. c. But if my sister wants to share some of the money with me, I would say yes. d. But if my sis wants to share some of the money with me, I would say yes.
c. But if my sister wants to share some of the money with me, I would say yes.
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Regarding his age, he is a true friend to me and always has been. Which is the BEST way to rewrite this sentence for clarity? a. Regarding his age, he has always been a true friend. b. Regarding his age, he is really old. c. Regardless of his age, he is a true friend to me and always has been. d. Regardless his age, he always has been.
c. Regardless of his age, he is a true friend to me and always has been.
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18) Purring is a non-vocal sound originating from the young cat to tell the mother that it is content. 19) When adult cats purr, they are saying “all is well and I’m feeling fine”. 20) Hissing is another common non-vocal sound. 21) When cats hiss, they open their mouths about halfway, draw back their upper lips, and expel their breath very hard. 22) A kitten will meow if it is separated from its mother. Where would be the most logical place to add this sentence? Of all the cat noises, however, meowing is the most familiar sound. A. after sentence 18 B. after sentence 19 C. after sentence 20 D. after sentence 21
D. after sentence 21
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What is the correct way to write the following sentence: Jake and me begged Mom to take us to disneyworld.
Jake and I begged Mom to take us to Disneyworld.
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Describe the best vacation you've ever had. Be sure to use details to help make your writing stronger. What should you focus on in writing your response to this question? a. using my senses to describe the vacation b. arguing that my vacation was the best c. giving information about how to go on vacation d. telling a story with character, setting, and plot
a. using my senses to describe the vacation
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Which sentence uses a double negative? a. She didn't know anything about caring for a child. b. It can definitely be a challenge to take care of a little baby. c. Mom said that was definitely out of the question, so I won't ask again. d. Training Gwendolyn for this big day wasn't no easy task.
d. Training Gwendolyn for this big day wasn't no easy task
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Which synonym for odor has a positive connotation? a. smell b. fragrance c. stench d. stink
b. fragrance
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(1) Taipei 101 is a skyscraper in Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan. (2) Designing this tower was challenging because Taiwan is often hit by earthquakes. (3) To solve this problem, architects built a steel sphere weighing eight hundred tons and installed it near the top of the tower. (4) The sphere keeps the building stable during intense movement. Which sentence is the topic sentence? a. Sentence 1 b. Sentence 2 c. Sentence 3 d. Sentence 4
b. Sentence 2
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Rewrite the following sentence correctly: Can Lori borrow the chairs tables and plates for the party.
Can Lori borrow the chairs, tables, and plates for the party?
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