ACT English Practice

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What is the purpose of transitional words in writing?

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Transitional words help to connect ideas, clarify relationships between sentences or paragraphs, and guide the reader through the text.

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Define 'eventually' in the context of time.

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'Eventually' refers to something that will happen at an unspecified time in the future, often after a delay or after a series of events.

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What does 'NO CHANGE' mean in multiple-choice questions?

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'NO CHANGE' indicates that the original wording of the sentence is correct and does not need to be altered.

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Explain the term 'gloomy' as it relates to weather.

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'Gloomy' describes weather that is dark, overcast, and often associated with a feeling of sadness or dreariness.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'at last'?

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'At last' signifies that something has finally happened after a long wait or delay.

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What does 'until' imply in a sentence?

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'Until' indicates that an action or situation will not occur before a specified time or event.

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Define 'public eye' in a political context.

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'Public eye' refers to the attention and scrutiny that public figures receive from the media and the general public.

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What does the phrase 'hardly give a thought' mean?

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It means to rarely or not at all consider something, often implying that it has become so common that it is taken for granted.

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What is the role of context in understanding transitional phrases?

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Context helps determine the appropriate transitional phrase to use, as it provides clues about the relationship between ideas.

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Define 'remarkable' in the context of achievements.

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'Remarkable' describes something that is worthy of attention or extraordinary, often due to its significance or impact.