Grammar
Sarah and her friends couldn't be more ready for the bell to ring. They were about to head to lunch, and Sarah was so hungry she couldn't really think about much else.
"I hope we have pizza for lunch today!" "It's my favorite food," Sarah said.
"I hope we have pizza for lunch today! It's my favorite food," Sarah said.
If the same person is still talking, we don't need the extra set of quotation marks.
Which POV and why did the author use it?
I sat at my desk rereading my notes, trying to figure out where I had gone wrong. I thought I understood the lesson, but now I wasn’t so sure. I reminded myself that mistakes were part of learning and decided to ask a question the next day.
Correct POV: first person
Why the author used it:
The author uses first-person point of view to show the character’s personal thoughts and problem-solving process directly.
"Public libraries provide access to books, technology, and educational programs. They offer resources that many people would not otherwise have available. Libraries are helpful places for communities. I like going to the library when I need information."
If we want to replace the last two sentences to strengthen this conclusion, which choice is best?
A. Libraries have been around for a long time, and many people enjoy visiting them.
B. Overall, libraries serve an essential role by expanding access to information and supporting lifelong learning.
C. People should return library books on time to avoid late fees.
D. If you ever need a quiet place, the library might be a good choice.
B
Choice B works best because it clearly sums up the main idea of the passage in a formal way and removes the personal opinion, making the conclusion stronger.
Why might an author choose to include a photograph rather than only written descriptions?
A. To make the article more interesting to look at
B. To help readers visualize what the text is describing
C. To persuade readers to agree with the author’s viewpoint
D. To shorten the amount of written information needed
B
What is a thesis?
The central idea of an informational text. The details throughout the text should support the thesis.
How should this sentence be corrected?
While Joshs answer was technically correct, the projects scoring guide said he would have to have two quotes in order to receive full credit.
While Josh's answer was technically correct, the project's scoring guide said he would have to have two quotes in order to receive full credit.
Which POV and why did the author probably use it?
Evan studied his notes, worried he might forget an important detail. Across the room, Maya felt confident about the assignment, while Jordan hoped the teacher would give more time. Luis didn’t notice the tension at all and focused on packing his bag.
The author uses third-person omniscient point of view to show the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters, helping the reader understand the situation from different perspectives.
(41) Some schools require students and staff to wear ID badges on campus.
(42) The badges help adults quickly recognize who belongs in the building.
(43) They also make it easier to notice visitors who have not checked in at the office.
(44) Wearing ID badges allows school staff to identify people who are supposed to be on campus.
(45) For this reason, ID badges can improve school safety.
A sentence in the paragraph repeats information.
Which sentence should be removed to improve the paragraph?
A Sentence 42
B Sentence 43
C Sentence 44
D Sentence 45
Sentence 44 should be removed because it repeats the same idea already explained in sentence 42. Both sentences explain that ID badges help staff recognize who belongs on campus, so sentence 44 does not add any new information. Removing it makes the paragraph clearer and less repetitive.
Early sailors often struggled to measure time accurately while at sea. Without a reliable way to track time, navigation became much more difficult. To solve this problem, inventors created marine chronometers that could keep steady time even on rough waters. These devices helped sailors calculate their location more precisely. Using a marine chronometer was like having a dependable clock that never lost track of the hour, no matter how far from land a ship traveled.
"Using a marine chronometer was like having a dependable clock that never lost track of the hour, no matter how far from land a ship traveled."- What is the most likely reason the author included this analogy?
A. To connect new information to an idea readers are already familiar with
B. To explain how clocks were originally invented
C. To suggest that marine chronometers were simple devices anyone could use
D. To show that sailors depended on time more than modern people do
The author uses the analogy to help readers understand a new idea by comparing it to something they already know. Most readers understand how a clock works, so the comparison makes the information clearer.
The debate team waits quietly as the coach places a sealed envelope on the table. After a moment, Priya steps forward and opens it, revealing the list of speakers for the upcoming match. She reads the names aloud, pausing briefly before announcing Evan as the final speaker. When she finishes, Priya folds the paper and steps back. Evan stiffens, clearly surprised, while several teammates glance between the two.
How does the action in scene 2 develop the dramatic action of the play?
A. It explains how debate teams prepare for competitions
B. It advances the conflict by showing how a deliberate action causes a reaction
C. It provides background information about the team’s history
D. It resolves the disagreement between the characters
A dramatic action is an action with a clear motivation. In this scene, the playwright develops the dramatic action by intentionally having Priya announce the speaker list so that Evan reacts, pushing the conflict forward.
Combine these two sentences:
The town built a new park. It attracts many families on weekends.
Multiple.
The town built a new park, which attracts many families on weekends.
The town built a new park; it attracts many families on weekends.
Which POV and why would the author use it?
Evan stood near the back of the classroom as the group finished their project. Maya adjusted the poster while Jordan erased the board and Luis gathered the markers. Evan watched Maya carefully, remembering how she had helped him organize his ideas when he felt stuck. His chest tightened as he wondered whether he had done his part well enough to support her work. When Maya gave a small nod toward the poster, Evan felt relieved, even though no one else seemed to notice. As Jordan joked about the bell ringing and Luis reminded everyone to clean up, Evan stayed quiet, thinking about how much easier the project had felt when Maya was explaining things beside him.
Correct POV: Third person limited
Why the author used it:
The author uses third-person limited point of view to show only Evan’s thoughts and feelings, allowing the reader to understand his internal connection to Maya—something that would not be clear if the passage only showed actions or dialogue.
Correct this sentence.
"Several students admitted they did not want to participate, even though the activity required very little effort."
A. Several students who admitted they did not want to participate said that they did not want to participate, even though the activity required very little effort.
B. Several students admitted they did not want to participate, despite the activity required very little effort.
C. Several students admitted they did not want to participate. Even though the activity required very little effort.
D. No change is needed.
no change is needed
First clause= complete sentence and thought
Second clause= incomplete
okay to combine complete + incomplete with just a comma
Golden light spreads across the open field as the day begins. Tall grass sways gently in the breeze, and the distant hills glow softly under the rising sun. The scene feels calm and inviting.
What does the author’s use of language in paragraph 1 reveal about his or her attitude?
A. The use of imagery shows the author’s appreciation for the peaceful landscape.
B. The use of hyperbole suggests the author is exaggerating the importance of the setting.
C. The use of symbolism indicates the author believes the field represents personal freedom.
D. The author’s diction reflects frustration with the slow pace of the morning.
The author describes the setting using detailed images that make it feel calm and pleasant. This shows appreciation for the landscape, not exaggeration, hidden meaning, or frustration.
What sort of mood do these words and phrases establish?
a warm feeling, content, secure, proud
Pleased, satisfied
Correct this sentence.
Every week, students keep forgetting to turn their homework in and every week, students keep asking why their grades have gone down.
Every week, students keep forgetting to turn their homework in and keep asking why their grades have gone down.
We've talked about how repetition=weak writing. We don't need to repeat every week and students.
Which POV and why would the author use it?
You step into the room and realize everyone has already started. You hurry to catch up, hoping you didn’t miss anything important.
The author uses second-person point of view to place the reader directly into the situation, making it feel immediate.
(10) Music programs exist in many schools today.
(11) Practicing regularly helps students improve focus and discipline.
(12) Performing with others teaches cooperation and responsibility.
(13) Studies show that students involved in music often perform better academically.
(14) For these reasons, music programs can positively affect student learning.
The writer needs a better topic sentence for the paragraph above (sentences 10–14).
Which sentence can BEST replace sentence 10 to accomplish this goal?
A. Some students choose music classes because they enjoy performing in front of an audience.
B. Participation in school music programs helps students develop skills that support academic success.
C. Learning music can be frustrating for students who struggle at first.
D. Music has been an important part of human culture for centuries.
Choice B works best because it introduces the main idea of the paragraph. The sentences that follow explain how music programs help students build skills and succeed in school, so this sentence fits smoothly with the rest of the paragraph.
Before the school fundraiser opened, the organizers worried that long lines would slow everything down. To prevent this, they placed clear signs at each station and assigned volunteers to guide visitors through the process. As a result, guests moved smoothly from table to table without stopping to ask questions. The event finished on time, and all stations remained busy throughout the evening.
The playwright uses a cause-and-effect organizational structure in this scene most likely to —
A. focus on the challenges of managing a large event
B. demonstrate how specific actions lead to a positive outcome
C. explain the sequence of events that occur during the fundraiser
D. highlight why fundraising events require careful planning
Choice B is correct because the paragraph shows that when the organizers took certain actions, those actions caused everything to run smoothly. The cause-and-effect structure helps the reader see how what they did led to a good result.
The community garden began as a small project with only a few volunteers. At first, the soil was dry, tools were limited, and progress was slow. Over time, more neighbors joined, bringing seeds, supplies, and new ideas. Some people focused on planting vegetables, while others built paths and repaired the fence. By the end of the season, the garden was producing food that was shared throughout the neighborhood, and volunteers had formed strong connections with one another. What started as a simple effort to grow plants became a shared project that benefited the entire community.
A. Volunteers planted vegetables, repaired a fence, and shared food from the garden.
B. The community garden faced challenges at first but slowly improved over time.
C. A small garden project grew into a successful community effort that brought people together.
D. Neighbors worked together to grow food and improve the soil during the season.
Choice C focuses on the main idea of the passage: the project started small, grew with teamwork, and benefited the whole community. The other choices include details but do not capture the overall message.
What mistakes do you see and how should they be fixed?
As students began picking classes for next year, it was obvious that English and History were everyones favorite subjects.
As students began picking classes for next year, it was obvious that English and History were everyone's favorite subjects.
We don't capitalize subjects unless the word is part of a specific class name. english=general subject
English I= name of a specific class, capitalize this proper noun. Also need to add the apostrophe for ownership.
Which POV and why would the author use it?
I waited in line for my turn, listening as the others shared their ideas. I felt nervous, but I focused on remembering the steps we practiced. When it was finally my turn, I took a breath and started.
The author uses first-person point of view to help the reader experience the situation from the character’s perspective.
(11) The cafeteria buzzed with noise as students lined up for lunch.
(12) Trays clattered against the counter, and voices echoed across the room.
(13) Jamal scanned the tables, searching for an open seat.
(14) Near the windows, he noticed several students leaning close together, their heads bent low.
(15) He slowed his pace as he walked past them.
(16) After a moment, Jamal continued toward the far end of the room.
Which sentence can BEST be added after sentence 14?
A. They were huddled around a phone, whispering excitedly as they watched the screen.
B. Jamal wondered if the lunch menu would ever change.
C. The windows had been cleaned earlier that morning.
D. Lunch periods often feel rushed for many students.
Choice A works best because it explains what Jamal noticed near the windows. It adds detail to sentence 14, and the paragraph can still continue smoothly with sentences 15 and 16. The other choices change the focus instead of supporting what he saw.
As Jordan stared at the broken lock on his locker, he remembered the first week of school. Back then, he had rushed to class without checking that it was fully closed, assuming no one would touch his things. When he returned later that day, his backpack had been moved and several papers were missing. Standing in the hallway now, Jordan realized that moment was the reason he no longer trusted the lock—and why the situation felt familiar instead of surprising.
Why does the author include the flashback in the passage?
A. To provide background information that helps the reader understand the current problem
B. To show how Jordan’s locker was assigned at the beginning of the school year
C. To build suspense about what will happen next
D. To describe daily life in the school hallway
The flashback explains what happened earlier, which gives the reader context for the problem Jordan is facing now and helps explain his reaction.
When the unexpected change was announced, the group stopped what they were doing and reviewed the materials available to them. One member repurposed unused supplies, while another simplified the original plan to focus only on its essential parts. The remaining members adjusted their roles so the task could continue without delay. By the time the deadline arrived, the group had completed the assignment using a different approach than they had originally planned.
What can the reader MOST LIKELY infer about the group based on the passage?
A. The group was willing to abandon its original plan when problems occurred.
B. The group demonstrated creative and resourceful thinking in response to a challenge.
C. The group preferred flexible tasks over structured ones.
D. The group benefited from having more materials than they needed.
Choice B is correct because the group changes its plan, finds new uses for materials, and adjusts roles to complete the task. These actions show creative and resourceful thinking, even though the passage never directly says the group is smart or creative.
Why the other choices are incorrect:
A describes something the group did, but it does not explain what their actions show about them. It focuses on the change in plan, not the skill behind it.
C suggests a preference, but the passage does not say the group prefers flexible tasks. It only shows how they responded to one situation.
D assumes the group had extra materials, which is not stated in the passage. The passage only says they reused what was available.