Unit 2 CA #2 Review

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What does the 'E' in RACE stand for when constructing a response?

Back

Explain - This is where you add your own thoughts to support your answer.

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What punctuation is used to connect two independent clauses when they are closely related?

Back

Semicolon - It is used to link two independent clauses that are related in thought.

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What is alliteration?

Back

Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words, such as in 'popcorn, peanuts, and Pepsi'.

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What does the word 'allotted' mean in the context of the sentence: 'Each student was allotted two tickets to the dance'?

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Allowed - In this context, 'allotted' means that each student was given or permitted two tickets.

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What can be inferred from the statement: 'After the new recycling program was implemented, the amount of waste sent to the landfill decreased by 30%'?

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The recycling program was effective in reducing landfill waste.

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What is the purpose of making inferences when reading a text?

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To draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoning from the text.

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How can you identify alliteration in a sentence?

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Look for repeated initial consonant sounds in a series of words.

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What is the role of evidence in a RACE response?

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Evidence supports the claim made in the response, providing justification for the answer.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction or a semicolon.

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What is the difference between 'allowed' and 'allotted'?

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'Allowed' means permitted, while 'allotted' means distributed or assigned.