Writing SOL Virginia 2015 Released Test Items

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What is the correct form of the word 'bare' in the context of a sentence?

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The correct form is 'bear', which means to support or carry.

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What is the difference between 'guideline's' and 'guidelines'?

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'Guideline's' is a possessive form, while 'guidelines' is the plural form of 'guideline'.

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What does the transition word 'specifically' indicate in a sentence?

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It introduces a specific example or detail related to the previous statement.

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What is the purpose of the word 'However' in a sentence?

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It indicates a contrast or exception to the previous statement.

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How should the phrase 'keys, but, she' be correctly written?

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It should be written as 'keys, but she'.

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What is a possessive noun?

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A possessive noun shows ownership, typically formed by adding an apostrophe and 's'.

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What is the function of transition words in writing?

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Transition words help to connect ideas and improve the flow of writing.

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What does the term 'punctuation' refer to in writing?

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

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What is the role of a subject in a sentence?

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The subject is the person, place, thing, or idea that is doing or being something.

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What is the definition of a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.