ACT prep

Front

What is the significance of transitional words in writing?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

Define 'NO CHANGE' in the context of multiple-choice questions.

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.L.2.2C

Front

What does 'afterward' imply in a sequence of events?

Back

'Afterward' indicates that something happens later in time, following a previously mentioned event.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

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

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What does 'at first' suggest about the sequence of events?

Back

'At first' indicates the initial state or condition before a change occurs.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What is the role of context in understanding the meaning of a word?

Back

Context provides the surrounding information that helps clarify the meaning of a word or phrase.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

Define 'toxic' in relation to substances.

Back

'Toxic' refers to substances that are harmful or deadly to living organisms.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What does 'later' indicate in a narrative?

Back

'Later' signifies that an event occurs after a previously mentioned time or event.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Front

What is the purpose of using examples in writing?

Back

Examples illustrate and clarify a point, making it easier for the reader to understand the concept.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

Explain the term 'public eye.'

Back

'Public eye' refers to the attention and scrutiny of the general public, especially regarding a person's actions or status.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3