ACT English Practice

Front

What is the role of pressure from the wind in the formation of triangular snowflakes?

Back

Pressure from the wind causes bonds to form more quickly at one edge of the snowflake, leading to its triangular shape.

Front

Which phrase is least necessary in a sentence about a teacher's career?

Back

The phrase 'in the field of education' is least necessary and can be deleted.

Front

What does the phrase 'at a minimum' imply in a sentence?

Back

It implies that the amount of leisure time is very limited.

Front

What is the process by which snowflakes form?

Back

Snowflakes form from tiny water droplets through a specific process of chemical bonding as they freeze.

Front

What shape do snowflakes actually have despite appearing triangular?

Back

Snowflakes have a hexagonal pattern.

Front

What is the significance of the phrase 'No change' in ACT English questions?

Back

It indicates that the original wording of the sentence is correct and does not need alteration.

Front

What does the term 'redundancy' mean in writing?

Back

Redundancy refers to unnecessary repetition of ideas or phrases that do not add value to the text.

Front

How can one identify unnecessary phrases in a sentence?

Back

Look for phrases that do not add essential information or clarity to the main idea.

Front

What is the importance of conciseness in writing?

Back

Conciseness helps to communicate ideas clearly and effectively without unnecessary words.

Front

What does the term 'punctuation' refer to in English grammar?

Back

Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing to separate sentences and clarify meaning.