ACT English Prep

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What is the correct placement of the adverb 'wisely' in the sentence: 'To avoid being late for her flight, Sheila allotted an extra hour wisely in case of traffic.'?

Back

The adverb 'wisely' should be placed before the word 'allotted.'

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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What misconception about pigs is mentioned in the sentence: 'Just think about these few misconceptions about pigs, that they are dirty, that they carry diseases, and that they are unintelligent.'?

Back

The misconceptions mentioned are that pigs are dirty, carry diseases, and are unintelligent.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What does the term 'idealistically' imply in the context of studying 'The Iliad' at the graduate level?

Back

It implies that 'The Iliad' is considered an ideal text for graduate study due to its literary significance.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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In the sentence 'In addition to raising money for the school’s new library, Tyson also wrote journal entries, created flyers, and posted interviews to help spread the word.', what is the suggested change regarding the phrase 'wrote journal entries'?

Back

NO CHANGE is suggested for the phrase 'wrote journal entries'.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

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What is the difference between 'continually' and 'continual' in the context of the sentence: 'This is why algebra is a continually problem for me.'?

Back

'Continual' refers to something that happens repeatedly over time, while 'continually' suggests something that is ongoing without interruption. The correct term in this context is 'continual'.

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1G

Front

What is the role of adverbs in a sentence?

Back

Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, providing more information about how, when, where, or to what extent an action is performed.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Front

What is a common misconception about the intelligence of pigs?

Back

A common misconception is that pigs are unintelligent, when in fact they are known to be quite intelligent animals.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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How can the placement of adverbs affect the meaning of a sentence?

Back

The placement of adverbs can change the emphasis or clarity of the action being described, potentially altering the intended meaning.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Front

What is the significance of 'The Iliad' in literature?

Back

'The Iliad' is considered one of the most revered pieces of literature in history, often studied for its themes, characters, and historical context.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What does 'NO CHANGE' indicate in the context of editing a sentence?

Back

'NO CHANGE' indicates that the original wording is correct and does not require any modifications.