English ACT

Front

What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'The sound of sap dripping into galvanized metal __________ the beginning of the season to gather syrup.'?

Back

signals

Front

How do you correctly indicate possession in the phrase: 'the basement of her hosts __________ house had flooded'?

Back

her hosts'.

Front

What is the correct preposition to use in the sentence: 'He began working __________ a self-employed photographer.'?

Back

as

Front

What is the correct word to complete the sentence: 'Adopt either self-discipline or perseverance, for __________ will lead you to your dream.'?

Back

it.

Front

What is the grammatical error in the phrase: 'one of our school's exchange students being Ligia Antolinez'?

Back

students was.

Front

What is the difference between 'self-discipline' and 'perseverance'?

Back

Self-discipline refers to the ability to control oneself and make positive choices, while perseverance is the continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties.

Front

What is the importance of using the correct verb tense in writing?

Back

Using the correct verb tense ensures clarity in the timeline of events and helps the reader understand when actions occur.

Front

What are the common possessive forms for singular and plural nouns?

Back

For singular nouns, add 's' (e.g., the dog's bone). For plural nouns that end in 's', add only an apostrophe (e.g., the dogs' park).

Front

What is the role of conjunctions in sentences?

Back

Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses, helping to create complex and compound sentences.

Front

What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

Back

'Its' is a possessive pronoun, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'.