ACT English Practice

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What is the correct way to combine two independent clauses?

Back

Use a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) or a semicolon to connect them.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

Back

A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the essay, guiding the direction of the writing.

Front

Define 'subject-verb agreement'.

Back

Subject-verb agreement means that the subject and verb in a sentence must agree in number (singular or plural).

Front

What is a run-on sentence?

Back

A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunction.

Front

What is the function of a transition word in writing?

Back

Transition words help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text, improving flow and coherence.

Front

What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?

Back

'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence something, while 'effect' is a noun meaning the result of a change.

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What is a dangling modifier?

Back

A dangling modifier is a word or phrase that modifies a word not clearly stated in the sentence, leading to confusion.

Front

What is the role of an introductory paragraph?

Back

The introductory paragraph sets the stage for the essay, introducing the topic and presenting the thesis statement.

Front

What is a compound sentence?

Back

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

Front

Define 'active voice'.

Back

In active voice, the subject of the sentence performs the action expressed by the verb.