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Word Meaning-3.2.2
Word Meaning 3.2.2
Revision-Organization and Structure 2.2.2
Research 2.3.3
Revise/Edit 2.2.2
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The jellyfish tree is one of the most "rare" trees plants on earth. Which is the best antonym for rare? A. common B. strange C. colorful D. infrequent
What is A, common.
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4) As used in the following sentence, which is the best definition for unique? “Each piranha species occupies its own ecological niche.” A. irreplaceable B. important C. individual D. unusual
What is C, individual.
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1) Mark is writing an essay on his family heritage. Part of the essay is below. (1) My family is originally from Greece. (2) Greece was a rich cultural civilization, according to my grandfather. (3) We have a large, loving family. (4) My family has always chose professions that require a good education. (5) I hope to continue the tradition by becoming a certified public accountant one day. Where would the sentence below BEST fit in this excerpt? Ancient Greek poetry is still being read today. A) between sentences 1 and 2 B) between sentences 2 and 3 C) between sentences 3 and 4 D) None of the above.
What is B, between 2 and 3
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George decided to write about the birds he can see in his neighborhood. Which of these resources would most likely provide information to help him with his topic? A The American Wildlife Encyclopedia B Biology: Understanding Nature in Maryland C Scientific Research: American Migratory Birds D The North American Birdwatcher’s Guide Book
What is D, The North American Birdwatcher’s Guide Book
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Read the following sentence. Then choose the clearest and most effective revision of the sentence. I was excited when I saw myself on the six o'clock news, and I called all my friends, and they turned on their televisions. A. Excited, I called my friends, and when I saw myself on the six o'clock news, they turned on their televisions. B. Excited, I saw myself on the six o'clock news, and I called my friends, and they turned on their televisions. C. Excited, I called my friends to tell them to turn on their televisions when I saw myself on the six o'clock news. D. Excited, I saw myself, and I called my friends to tell them to turn on their televisions when I was on the six o'clock news.
What is C, Excited, I called my friends to tell them to turn on their televisions when I saw myself on the six o'clock news.
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Idioms a common expression or phrase
What is C, I'll mow the grass after I finish my homework.
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I am so hungry I could eat a horse. I have a million things to do. He is as skinny as a toothpick The above expressions are examples of A. foreshadowing B. hyperbole C. metaphor D. personification
What is B, hyperbole.
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3) Read sentence 7 below. A whole lot of students are frustrated over the matter. How could this sentence be re-worded to use more appropriate language for an adult audience? A) A lot of students are frustrated over the matter. B) A majority of students are frustrated over the matter. C) A bunch of students are frustrated over the matter. D.) None of the above.
What is B, A majority of students are frustrated over the matter.
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Daniel wanted to learn about trees in the Baltimore area. Following which of these Internet links would most likely help Daniel locate the information he needs? A. Tree Conservation Threats to certain species of trees B. Trees of Time and Place Ways to encourage everyone to collect and plant tree seedlings C. Tree Varieties and Distribution Information about trees, organized by region, species, and subspecies D. Trees in the Garden Best bets and useful advice on planting, pruning, and general care of most trees
What is C, Tree Varieties and Distribution Information about trees, organized by region, species, and subspecies
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Read the sentence below. Then choose the most clear and effective revision of the sentence. Mark Twain's writing style is sophisticated and his humor is timeless, and readers find his books appealing. A. Readers find Mark Twain's style sophisticated, and his humor is timeless, so his books appeal to them. B. Readers whose style is sophisticated and whose humor is timeless find Mark Twain's books appealing. C. Readers find Mark Twain's books appealing because his writing style is sophisticated and his humor is timeless. D. Readers who find his books appealing think Mark Twain's writing is sophisticated, and they also think his humor is timeless.
What is C, Readers find Mark Twain's books appealing because his writing style is sophisticated and his humor is timeless.
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The question is rather "ambiguous," open to more than one interpretation; so it was confusing. , which is the best synonym for ambiguous? A. vague B. disturbing C. detailed D. strange
What is A, vague.
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The piranha is a much-maligned fish. Most people think that this is a deadly creature that swarms through rivers and creeks of the Amazon rainforest looking for victims to tear apart. And woe betide anyone unlucky enough to be in the same water as a shoal of piranhas. It takes only a few minutes for the vicious piranhas to reduce someone to 2) In paragraph 1, the author most likely uses the old-fashioned expression “woe betide” to A. highlight the danger posed by piranhas B. suggest that the reputation of the piranha is well-deserved C. emphasize the sarcastic tone D. indicate that the passage was written in the 19th century
What is C, emphasize the sarcastic tone.
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Even though they look like something out of a sci-fi movie, the rows of windmills make you think of the past. Revise to a more formal style. a) The windmills look modern with all that metal, but they still have a kind of old-fashioned style. b) Despite its rather futuristic appearance, the windmill orchard calls to mind the quaint and picturesque. c) Even though the windmills are very shiny and gleaming and sleek, they still look as if they’re from long ago.
What is B, Despite its rather futuristic appearance, the windmill orchard calls to mind the quaint and picturesque.
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Sandra would like to compare Smithville Beach to other beaches along the Atlantic Coast. Which of these would be the best source containing descriptive information about vacations on Atlantic beaches? A. A Road Atlas of the Atlantic Seashore B. A Visitor's Guide to the Atlantic Seashore C. A Collector's Guide to Atlantic Sea Shells D. An Almanac for the Atlantic Coast States
What is B, A Visitor's Guide to the Atlantic Seashore
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Read the sentence below. Then choose the most clear and effective revision of the sentence. To go to the movies and also to have pizza with my friends are both things I always look forward to. A. I always look forward to going to the movies and to having pizza with my friends. B. I always look forward to going to the movies and to have pizza with my friends. C. I always look forward to my friends and I going to the movies and to have pizza. D. I always look forward to going to the movies with my friends and also having pizza.
What is A, I always look forward to going to the movies and to having pizza with my friends.
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“After all, the generation of nuclear energy may strike many as an esoteric process. However, given its relative simplicity, the way in which the NRTS reactor functions is widely comprehensible." As used in the sentences above, which is the best definition for esoteric? A. risky or dangerous B. highly scientific C. kept secret D. understood by few
What is D, understood by few.
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The piranha is a much-maligned fish. Most people think that this is a deadly creature that swarms through rivers and creeks of the Amazon rainforest looking for victims to tear apart. And woe betide anyone unlucky enough to be in the same water as a shoal of piranhas. It takes only a few minutes for the vicious piranhas to reduce someone to a mere skeleton. In paragraph 1, the author uses hyperbole—characterized by the use of exaggeration for effect—to describe the piranha. The author most likely uses hyperbole to A. frame an argument that is supported in a later paragraph B. create ambiguity so the reader cannot be sure which position the writer supports C. juxtapose the myth of the piranha with the truth about the fish D. evoke vivid images of nature television shows in the reader’s mind
What is C, juxtapose the myth of the piranha with the truth about the fish.
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1)The morning is silent. 2)My dog sleeps quietly in the corner of my room.3) He isn’t crying for his morning run yet. 4)From my three brothers rooms come no sounds of showers or morning rituals. 5)__________________________________. 6) I can sleep, too, but I choose instead to listen to silence. 7) I choose simply to enjoy the peace of the early morning. 5) Which sentence best fills the blank and connects the ideas in Sentences 4 and 6? A The pulsing rhythm of last night’s rock concert replays in my mind. B I dream that my lost birthstone ring miraculously reappears on my finger. C The coffeemaker hasn’t yet gone into its automatic drip mode, but continues to sleep. D. None of the above.
What is C, The coffeemaker hasn't yet gone into its automatic drip mode, but continues to sleep.
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For her social studies class, Bettina wrote a short report about women who have won the Nobel Peace Prize. Read the introductory paragraph of Bettina's report, “Women Nobel Prize Winners.” Which of these would most likely include biographical sketches of women who have won the Nobel Peace Prize? A. the Internet website for the Nobel Peace Prize B. a list of Nobel Peace Prize winners in an almanac C. letters between Alfred Nobel and Bertha von Suttner D. a biography of Alfred Nobel describing his plans for a peace prize
What is A, the Internet website for the Nobel Peace Prize
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Read the sentence below. Then choose the most clear and effective revision of the sentence. The Mane High School Lions have won only two games, and they have their fans’ support, and opponents respect them. A. Although the Mane High School Lions have won only two games, they have their fans’ support and their opponents’ respect. B. Because they are respected by opponents and supported by fans, the Mane High School Lions, they have won only two games. C. Although they have fans supporting them and they have opponents respecting them, the Mane High School Lions, have won only two games. D. Because the Mane High School Lions have won only two games, their fans support them, as well as the respect of opponents.
What is A, Although the Mane High School Lions have won only two games, they have their fans’ support and their opponents’ respect.
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In the sentence below, which is the best synonym for notorious? Next time you hear someone talking about the “deadly piranha,” remember the piranha is a notorious killer fish. A. celebrated B. disreputable C. notable D. renowned
What is B, disreputable.
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People use the expression “once in a blue moon” to describe other very rare events in their lives. 1) Which of the following would be a good example of someone doing something “once in a blue moon”? A. Mary likes to go to the mountains every weekend. Mary goes to the mountains once in a blue moon. B. Tom rarely remembers to take out the trash. Tom takes out the trash once in a blue moon. C. Cindy hates to wash the dishes. Nevertheless, she does it every day. Cindy washes the dishes once in a blue moon. D. Ming sometimes forgets to do his homework. Ming forgets to do his homework once in a blue moon.
What is B, Tom rarely remembers to take out the trash. Tom takes out the trash once in a moon.
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After reading poems and essays about the natural world, students in Mrs. Edwards’ English class wrote essays about nature. The following item is about activities the students completed while planning and researching their essays. George identified the following topics to include in his essay. • common behaviors of birds • enjoyment of bird watching Which of these topics would be most appropriate for George to add to his list? A. most interesting birds B. birds in national forests C. global warming and birds D. None of the above
What is A, most interesting birds.
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Jamal chose to learn more about developing black-and-white photographs. Which of these websites would most likely provide Jamal with useful information? A. Welcome to Sight Photography In-depth look at the work of some excellent art, editorial, and commercial photographers. B. PhotoLinks Directory of Photography Links Photography directory with tips and techniques, featured sites, bookstore, and more! C. Masters of Photography Feel free to browse through the list of photographers on the left, and be sure to read the articles and check out the resources. D. Center for Creative Photography Homepage Welcome to the Center for Creative Photography at the University of Arizona, a museum and research center devoted to photography as an art form
What is B, PhotoLinks Directory of Photography Links Photography directory with tips and techniques, featured sites, bookstore, and more!
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Read the sentence below. Then choose the most clear and effective revision of the sentence. A few inches of snow fell, canceling the game because the principal thought the roads were dangerous. A. The principal thought the roads were dangerous, so after a few inches of snow fell she canceled the game. B. The principal thought the roads were dangerous because a few inches of snow fell, and the game was canceled. C. The principal canceled the game because she thought the roads were dangerous after a few inches of snow fell. D. The principal canceled the game because she thought a few inches of snow fell on the roads and made them dangerous.
What is C, The principal canceled the game because she thought the roads were dangerous after a few inches of snow fell.